This C is now the lowest Monolina (lower than the D!) and has a new shape: longer length, thicker body, but thiner face with 28 strings (that's mor...
View full detailsNew and updated, our Monolina XL Travel Bag now has a shoulder strap and back straps (you can wear it on your back). This lightweight bag for the...
View full detailsNew and updated, our Monolini Travel Bag now has a shoulder strap and back straps (you can wear it on your back). This lightweight bag for the sm...
View full detailsThese instruments open up a new level of working with sound. Our bodily, emotional and mental senses get stimulated and sensitized. Compared with o...
View full detailsThe Padouk Soundwave combines a 40 string monochord with a 4 toned bass tongue drum, and a gentle curved surface in which to recline. It was inven...
View full detailsHandcrafted rawhide rattle with small river rocks inside. Creates great sound. Size about 8" Condition: good Free shipping, tax added at check out...
View full detailsIf you are looking for a companion instrument for your Koshi or Zaphir chime we have put together sets for you. How to chose? If you already ha...
View full detailsT-tuning key, 5 mm, for Monochords and Sound Furniture: Tuning key for all feeltone Monochords (except Monochord Table) in a compact T-shape. For ...
View full detailsThe Essential Components Padded Protective Bag: A fiberglass-reinforced soft case with an adjustable shoulder strap. It features a fully padded i...
View full detailsYour Sansula Starter kit. Combine your Sansula with a sturdy transport bag, a tuning tool and a booklet showing you different tunings and ways to p...
View full detailsYour Sansula Starter kit. Combine your Sansula with a sturdy transport bag, a tuning tool and a booklet showing you different tunings and ways to p...
View full detailsPlease contact us before you are ordering a repair. The exchange will be either with the delicate Basic skin or the durable Renaissance drum skin,...
View full detailsThese Mats are included for free if you buy a Monolina set ( bag & stand) You can use them as a protective layer between stand, instrument and ...
View full detailsFor our Soundscape set we changed the colors of our Zaphir chimes to visually match the Zenko elemental colors Zaphir Green: C-Major - for our Terr...
View full detailsPlease contact us if you would like single or multiple Gong Tube sets. These instruments open up a new level of working with sound. If you tap the ...
View full detailsThis beautiful ceramic rattle is perfectly sized for the palm of the hand. The sound is very subtle. The rattle is made and designed by Teija Oikko...
View full detailsThese instruments open up a new level of working with sound. Our bodily, emotional and mental senses get stimulated and sensitized. Compared with o...
View full detailsThis beautiful instrument is easy to play. Hold the instrument from the wooden ball at one end and allow the tringle to hang loose. Hit the edge of...
View full detailsCheck out our classic soprano tongue drum - it's got a rich sound, is super portable, and easy to handle. You can play it with your hands or ma...
View full detailsSounding x Monochord: Live Online Vocal Flow Training with official USA feeltone Trainer Joule L’Adara, MFA in Music This interactive 20-hour onlin...
View full detailsIf you need replacement strings for your Monolina or Monolini, it is important that you only use our feeltone strings as they are made specifically...
View full detailsHandcrafted spirit animal rattle with river rocks inside. Great sound. The artist Carol Rowland from Canada has beautifully emphasized the animal ...
View full detailsSmaller (40x12x14) than the Bass (120x40x45) Padouk drum. This big tenor drum is especially fun for kids and percussionist alike. Two children c...
View full detailsThe Sansula is a very special instrument. Its unique resonance system and the outstanding workmanship makes it the perfect Kalimba, which through ...
View full detailsI’m loving this kalimba!
However, the highest note does not ring like the rest. And the third to highest note is ever so slightly flat.
But I know I’m going to love her.
A few years ago I became casually interested in the Kalimba because of its simplicity of design and playability. Without experience or a good point of reference I needed to taste a lot of flavors to sort out the choices. For a while, my discards kept the local Goodwill store supplied with inventory.
The feeding frenzy stopped when I discovered Hokema. Build and material quality is professional grade. The tines are not stiff, so you can play at any intensity without stressing a thumb nails. Resonance from the solid wood base and the resulting sustain are simply stunning. Even the high notes sing, unlike the flat 'tapping an aluminum pan' sound from my discards.
I first purchased the B-17, and later the smaller B-17 Mini. Comments above apply to both. There is no problem holding, playing, or carrying around either instrument. The Mini's smaller footprint might be more comfortable for small hands. I just like the smaller package. Because the B-17's wood block is wider, it has more space between the tines. Both instruments appear to use the same tine assembly materials, but the Mini has a shorter cross bar. The Mini's tine spacing is grouped, but they can be adjusted to make the spacing more uniform like the B-17. In that mode, even with the smaller block the tine spacing is noticeably wider than some other Kalimbas I've tried. My thumbs are average width for a 5'8" person and my nails are normally rounded (not pointed), and I have no trouble playing individual notes.
Tablature is available around the net for 17-key Kalimbas (RiffSpot has a nice ebook), so you can play tunes without reading music on both the B-17 and B-17 Mini.
I just took the week-long monochord training with Joule and fell in love with my Monolina. Joule is a fun, engaging and knowledgeable teacher who brings deep reverence to her instruments and the art of playing them. We got to experiment with and experience all the different ways of expressing through our monochords and came away with a proven, complete and beautiful 45-minute session we can now offer. I highly recommend this class.
Wonderful instrument. It’s easy to travel with and well crafted. Customer service is wonderful as well. Very responsive. I am always impressed with the attention to customer service and care of the instruments. This instruments complement my crystal singing bowls and monalina nicely.
This set elevates one’s instruments to the next level. Having all these components really sets one up for success and allows room for growth to grow into your sound practice.
The versatility that comes with having the leg extensions allows the player to be comfortable in a variety of ways while playing. The mallets add additional ways to play.
Tuning is a breeze with the template. When not being played or on the go with this monolina, the mats keep everything safe and the backpack makes it so you can take it to the studio or out into nature to play.
I can’t say enough great things about it, it’s a must have in the sound tool kit for sure.
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.
I loves these, perfect to my steel tongue drum. The sound they produce is stunning. These are a must have. Good size and weight. Excellent Product!! The customer service help from these ladies is top notch. 💯 Thank you so much.