Discover our new quality of large monochords in the third generation. We have not only completely redesigned the bodies, but also the strings. We are more than satisfied with the result and are now taking off with this new design and improved sound quality. They complement our Monolina sound ensemble, but can also shine as a solo instrument on stage at any time, round off a yoga session or be played on their own.
These instruments can be played in an upright or horizontal position.
Technical data: Monochord with 20 plain overtone strings in D 10 wound bass strings in D 4-string tambura in D, d, d, a 12-string koto with ha...
View full detailsTechnical data: Wood: frame - cherry, soundboard - ash Strung on both sides Monochord with 30 bass strings in D and 20 bare overtone strings in...
View full detailsTechnical data: Wood: frame - cherry, soundboard - ash Strung on both sides Monochord with 30 bass strings in D and 30 bare overtone strings in...
View full detailsThe Monolina Monochord is a handcrafted sound healing instrument designed for meditation, relaxation, wellness, concerts, and sound baths. Its rich...
View full detailsChose from 5 different tunings: A, C,F, G or D 34 strings, 24 overtone 5 bass 5 fifth Size 28.3'' x 13'' x 4.3'' Material: ash & cherry woo...
View full detailsfeeltone Certification Training A 65-hour Sound Practitioner Course In-person small-group retreats with official USA feeltone Trainer Joule L’Adara...
View full detailsIntro to Monochord Live Online Training The power of overtones & natural acoustic vibration for Sound Meditation, Sound Baths, and Sound Journ...
View full detailsSounding x Monochord: Live Online Vocal Flow Training with official USA feeltone Trainer Joule L’Adara, MFA in Music This interactive and supportiv...
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Join us monthly live online hosted by Joule L'Adara to play your monochord as a self-care practice and meet our worldwide community of monochord players who also love this unique sound meditation instrument.
Monochord Monday Meeetup takes place every third Monday of the month live on Zoom at the following times:
9-10am PT, 10-11am MT, 11am-12pm CT, 12-1pm EST, 5-6pm UK, 6-7pm Eur
For April 2023's Monochord Monday Meetup(our monthly free webinar on Zoom for our monochord community),Annette Abraminkooffered us a heart-felt and informative presentation centered around the feeltoneKoTaMo Concert Monochord(a 3-in-one instrument that includes a monochord on one side, with a Kotamo and Tanpura on the other.)
I’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 am very pleased with my new Renaissance Sansula. I purchased it as a replacement to my Sansula Basic after the synthetic head on the basic broke after 3 years of use.
The offer from WePlayWellTogether and Hokema to upgrade to the Renaissance is much appreciated as I love this little instrument. I hope it last me a good long time.
Great quality, so grateful to have had the chance to invest in this! It's sound is so clear! i am glad i went with the renaissance edition. Such a perfect and soothing sound.
In my younger days (I am 83 now) I played the organ and piano. Some time ago I decided to try playing a kalimba where I could sit and play from my recliner. I tried a couple of the inexpensive kalimbas made in China. They were terrible with some dead tines and tuning issues that could not be fixed. So I purchased a Hokema B17 kalimba from WePlayWellTogether and Wow! What a difference. It was tuned to perfection with no dead tines. Having a hearing deficiency, I added a pickup to the back of the kalimba and plugged it into a small battery-powered amplifier. Perfect! I also like the solid body kalimba much better than the hollow box types. I enjoyed the B17 so much that I purchased the smaller Hokema B11 with the built in pickup. Another fantastic kalimba. Now I have two kalimbas, one tuned to C Major and one tuned to G Major. Just to show how much I am enjoying these wonderful Hokema kalimbas, this week I ordered the B15 and electric B9 to add to my collection. WePlayWellTogether has been a great resource for my new hobby. The kalimbas have arrived quickly in perfect condition. A question I had about the scale of the B11 was quickly answered with a booklet sent by the firm at no cost to me. If you are interested in purchasing a kalimba, look no further. Visit the WePlayWellTogether website.
I received my monolini recently and fell in love. My intention is to bring healing to myself and others. This course really brought new understanding to this beautiful instrument. Joule is so authentic and encourages each student. The pace of the two day training is perfect. Plenty of instruction as well as exercises. I highly recommend the course for anyone who is new to this instrument so that they can fully realize its potential. At age 64 having no musical background, I have found an instrument that gives me incredible joy. Also surprisingly confident enough to share with others. Thanks to Joule and her course, I’m deeply in love and have appreciation for the creators, makers, and the wood and metal that makes this instrument possible. I’m looking forward to another Joule training.
I’m really enjoying my Hokema Sansula - it has a beautiful sound and enchants everyone I play it for.