This 34 string feeltone Monochord easily and beautifully creates mesmerizing overtones when strummed. The Monolina uniquely also features deeper toned octave and fifth strings providing a grounding interval under the higher harmonics, as well as 5 melody accent notes that can be tuned to a Major or minor pentatonic scale.
Lightweight and versatile, this monochord is designed so anyone can pick it up and instantly play, while also suitable for concert performances, sound baths, meditation and to accompany singing and chanting.
With its original boat-like shape underneath, the Monolina is also designed to be utilized therapeutically as a "body monochord" where a practitoner may play it on a body and the receiver may "feel the tone."
- Choose your tuning: C, A, G, F or D
- 34 strings: 24 overtone strings,5 bass strings, 5 fifth strings
- 5 Koto bridges
- Universal template for bridges: may tune to Major or minor pentatonic scale
- tuner, tuning key and replacement strings
- A set of percussion chopsticks
- Size: 28.3'' x 13'' x 4.3''
- Material: ash & cherry wood
- Weight: 6 lbs
Available add-ons:
- Santori and/or felt mallets
- Monochord cleaning brush
- Set of extra foam padding mats so you can pack the stand into the Monolina bag ,included for Free if you buy the set Bag and Stand
Monolina C - highest feeltone tuning, thin steel strings on top, ethereal quality, 24 overtone strings in C, 5 bass strings in C, 5 fifth strings in G, part of the Elemental Soundscapes Earth - Terra Collection in C-Major (all instruments in this collection harmonize with each other)
Monolina A - 2nd highest tuning, thin steel strings on top, easeful for singing and chant, 24 overtone strings, 5 bass strings in A, 5 fifth strings in E, part of the Elemental Soundscapes Air -Aria Collection in A-minor (all instruments in this collection harmonize with each other)
Monolina G - middle range tuning, thicker wound top strings, more physical sensation, 24 overtone strings in G, 5 bass strings in G , 5 fifth strings in D, part of the Elemental Soundscapes Fire- Ignis Collection in G-Major (all instruments in this collection harmonize with each other)
Monolina F - middle range tuning, thicker wound top strings, slightly more physical sensation, 24 overtone strings in F, 5 bass strings in F, 5 fifth strings in C, part of the Elemental Soundscapes Earth - Terra Collection in C-Major (*contact us for special instruction for the bridges) Also part of the limited Aethera - Ether Collection in F-Major. (instruments within collections harmonize with each other)
Monolina D - deepest tuning, thickest wound strings, strongest physical vibration, grounding, 24 overtone strings in D, 5 bass strings D, 5 fifth strings in A, part of the Elemental Soundscapes Water - Aqua Collection in D-minor
(all instruments in this collection harmonize with each other)
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What our customers are saying...
"As a music therapist, I know about the incredible therapeutic value of sound and vibration. I use the monochord to begin and end yoga classes, massage therapy sessions, and guided meditations. Because we synchronize with our sonic environment- a principle called "entrainment"- the monochord is a powerful tool that induces a parasympathetic response, reducing heart rate, blood pressure, breathing, pulse and brainwave activity. It facilitates a shift from the busy thinking and doing states to a calm feeling and being state, thereby promoting relaxation and preparing clients to enter and receive deep healing, and meditative states."
- Katarina Zech, Board Certified Music Therapist, Licensed Massage Therapist, Registered Yoga Teacher, and Meditation Guide.
