At the 2019 NAMM Show, VisionQuest Sound sat down with our friend and musician Brandon Blake for a conversation all about Hokema Kalimbas — and their signature instrument, the Sansula. Brandon shares why these instruments are so accessible, expressive, and beloved by musicians and sound practitioners alike.
Hokema Kalimba Product Line Overview
Want to see the full range? This video gives you a lovely overview of all Hokema Kalimbas — from the compact pocket models to the deluxe versions:
Retune Your Sansula to Any Key
Love the Sansula but need a different tuning to match your instrument setup? Hokema Kalimbas and Sansulas can be retuned to virtually any pitch using our Hokema Tuning Tool. Listen to this collection of creative retunings from players around the world:
I have only had my Monolina C for about 10 days, and already I have fallen in love with it. The craftsmanship is beautiful. I purchased the legs and travel bag as well, and yesterday traveled with it to visit a friend who is recovering from surgery. I tried out the placement of the monolina on her body, and she said it felt amazing and reduced her level of discomfort tremendously! I also really appreciate the excellent customer service from Gabriele, who helped me with some questions about purchasing, and then with some initial tuning questions. I was also able to attend one of the Monochord Monday Meet-Ups, which I found very inspiring. I highly recommend both this company and the high quality instruments!
I run this kalimba through effects pedals and get some amazing soundscapes with it. Very versatile and beautiful. Highly recommended. I appreciate that we play well together carries these wonderful instruments. Highly recommended.
A beautiful Kalimba. I run this through effects pedals and you can do some amazing musical soundscapes with it. I would certainly buy again. I appreciate weplaywelltogether carrying and shipping this item. Highly recommended.
A delicate and elegant musical instrument. I like that it is tuned to key of C. It is not for leaving outside on the patio, but rather kept with other musical instruments. I love the sound of it with my kalimba.
