Meinl Sonic Energy Wah-Wah Kalimba

Product Description

The Meinl Sonic Energy Wah-Wah Kalimba is a 17-tone kalimba made from acacia wood, with a warm, singing tone and a built-in wah-wah effect that adds extra character to every note. All tines are tuned to a harmonic C major scale, so you can play freely without hitting a wrong note. It's a great way to get started with a traditional African instrument without needing to read music.

The kalimba, also known as thumb piano, mbira or sansa, originates from Africa. It consists of a wooden block (a resonating box) fitted with tuned metal tines that are played with the thumbs. The Sonic Energy model stands out both in sound and appearance, with a design that differs from the classic kalimba.

Sound and Tuning

The 17 tines are tuned in C major and arranged so that every note complements the others harmonically: d'', b', g', e', c', a, f, d, c, e, g, b, d', f', a', c'', e''. This means you can improvise freely across the whole range without worrying about chord progressions - nothing sounds wrong. The wah-wah effect is created by opening and closing your hand around the opening of the resonating box, giving the notes a living, vocal quality.

Material and Build

The body is made from acacia wood, a dense, resonant tonewood that gives the instrument its warm fundamental tone.

Included in Delivery

The kalimba comes complete with a case, cotton pouch, microfiber cloth and a tuning hammer, so you can protect the instrument and fine-tune it right away.

Who It's For

A good choice if you want a meditative, relaxing instrument to pick up at home, or as an extra layer of tonal colour in an acoustic songwriting session.

Specifications

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