Meinl Percussion Sonic Energy Sound Hole Kalimba

Product Description

The Meinl Sonic Energy Kalimba KL1707H is a 17-tone thumb piano built in acacia wood and tuned to the C major scale. Every tine is chosen so the notes work together no matter what order you play them in, which makes the instrument approachable even without any music theory. A sound hole in the body adds extra resonance and a fuller tone.

The kalimba, also known as mbira or sansa, is a traditional instrument originating in Africa. The principle is simple: tuned metal tines mounted on a wooden block or soundbox are plucked with the thumbs, and it's that plucking action that gives the kalimba its distinctive, bell-like sound.

Sound and tuning

The tines follow a harmonic tone sequence in C major, so you can play freely across the keys without hitting a wrong note - handy if you want to improvise right away or work out simple melodies by ear. The soundport in the body opens up the tone and adds resonance compared to a fully closed box.

Build

The body is made from acacia wood, a dense, resonant timber commonly used for kalimbas and other melodic percussion instruments. The metal tines sit directly on the soundbox and can be fine-tuned with the included tuning hammer.

What's included

The kalimba ships complete with a case, cotton pouch, microfiber cloth and tuning hammer, so you have everything you need to play and care for the instrument straight out of the box.

Specifications

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