Ready to learn all about feeltone Monochords?
This four-part video guide was created for sound creators just like you — after speaking with countless customers over many years. It will walk you through everything you need to know to choose your ideal feeltone monochord with confidence.
Part 1: Is a Monochord Right for Me?
A monochord is a multi-stringed therapeutic instrument used for relaxation, sound healing, sound massage, and music therapy. Its deeply resonant, harmonically rich sound makes it ideal for:
- Anyone seeking relaxation and self-care through sound
- Sound practitioners, music therapists, and sound bath facilitators
- Yogis, sound meditation leaders, and kirtan facilitators
- Music composers, performers, and intuitive musical artists
Before you buy, keep in mind: monochords are stringed instruments that require regular tuning and maintenance, and long fingernails may limit your playing technique.
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Part 2: Monolina or Monolini — What's the Difference?
Both the feeltone Monolina and Monolini are portable monochords designed for sound therapy, sound massage, and sound meditation. They share the same 5 tuning options. The Monolina also includes 5 accent melody strings on bridges that can be tuned to either a major or minor pentatonic scale, adding melodic versatility to your practice.
| Feature | Monolina | Monolini |
|---|---|---|
| Total Strings | 34 | 21 |
| Overtone Strings | 20 | 10 |
| Bass Strings | 5 | 5 |
| Fifth Strings | 5 | 5 |
| Bridges | 5 included | None |
| Size | 28.3" × 13" × 4.3" | 28.4" × 8.3" × 4.3" |
| Weight | 6 lbs | 4 lbs |
Part 3: How to Choose Your Tuning
Both the Monolina and Monolini are available in 5 tunings: A, C, D, F, and G. Each tuning is built around three notes — a root, an octave, and a fifth — creating a naturally resonant, harmonically rich sound. While the instrument body is identical across models, each tuning uses a unique set of strings designed by feeltone's specialist string manufacturer.
| Tuning | Root | Octave | Fifth |
|---|---|---|---|
| C | c | C | g |
| A | a | A | e |
| G | g | G | d |
| F | f | F | c |
| D | d | D | a |
Not sure which tuning to choose? Here's a simple guide:
- Choose by vocal range — sing along with our tuning recordings to find which key feels most natural for your voice
- Choose by instruments you already own — match or complement what you have
- Choose by feel — C and G feel grounded and open; A and D feel more intimate; F sits warm and mid-range
→ Listen to longer individual recordings of all 5 tunings
Note: these recordings are tuned to 440 Hz, but you may easily tune your instrument to 432Hz if preferred.
Part 4: Combining Two Monochords
Already have one and ready for a second? Across the 5 tunings there are 10 possible two-monochord combinations. The 4 most harmonious pairings — because they share only 3 notes between them — are:
- A + D
- D + G
- F + C
- C + G
The remaining combinations produce 4 notes between them and create a slightly more complex, dissonant sound when played together.
Not Sure? We Can Help.
Reach out via live chat or phone for a quick recommendation. For an in-depth consultation, book a personalized live video session — our expert ears will listen through Zoom, identify the notes you already play, and give you a specific recommendation for your next instrument.
You'll also receive $50 of your consultation fee as store credit.
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Welcome to Our Monochord Community
We offer in-person and online group trainings to master playing techniques, plus 1:1 live video coaching to deepen your understanding of music theory and instrument integration.
- Monochord Monday Meetups — we've been gathering live online since May 2020 and have an enormous content library to share. Sign up here →
- Upcoming feeltone Trainings — IRL and Zoom online trainings plus 1:1 coaching. Contact us for more information →
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Need Strings & Accessories? Replacement strings, tuners, tuning keys, travel bags, mallets, and more — in stock in our California office and ready to ship. Shop strings & accessories →
All of Our Strings Are Specially Made for Our Monochords
feeltone works with a string maker to design the correct timbre and feel for each monochord. This ensures the sound volume, vibration, and feel of the strings work in harmony with every instrument design.
