Sonodrum Kalimba
Goes well with
The Sonodrum kalimba is handmade from high-quality African Coralwood, which is characterized by an accurate, clear sound and a good response echo. The increased density of the rosewood gives our kalimba a slightly deeper sound.
In addition, the kalimba exudes a light, distinctive woody scent of rosewood.
Because of its soothing melody, the kalimba is considered a wonderful instrument for relaxation, meditation and yoga. Also together with a large reed drum or sonodrum, the kalimba sounds just perfect.
What is a kalimba African Coralwood?
Is a handy, natural wooden block on which the individual sounding bodies made of ore metal have been integrated as a piano by the finest handwork. The arrangement of the individual sound bars produces a beautiful melody when played.
How does the kalimba African Coralwood produce its sound?
The sound vibration is intercepted by the real wood block and deep acoustics are created by the opening on the back, which make up the entire sound. The flat surface on the top makes the middle and high frequencies sound clearer and purer.
"You don't necessarily play by notes, but let the melody of the instrument guide you.."
Easy to play
Because of the soft, warm sound of the kalimba, you will immediately fall in love with its timbre. It is played all over the world because it is easy to learn. You don't need any previous knowledge or musical training to be able to play the instrument. Therefore, it is easy to play even for absolute beginners.
Two variations
Our kalimba is available in 2 different versions, one with 17 and one with 21 keys. The keys are rounded and made of ore steel, for a pleasant feel. The rounded edges in the wood make it easy to hold the kalimba in your hands.
Easy to tune
The tones of theΒ Instrument can be tuned by sliding the slats back and forth. In principle, this allows tuning to any tonal system. However, tunings are done in terms of intervals rather than steps of a scale. In the case of a diatonic scale, for example, the notes are arranged alternately to the right and left of the long center lamella. If you pluck two adjacent slats, you will hear a consonant third, if you pluck three, you will hear a triad, and so on. In free playing, therefore, secondary dissonances can only be produced by plucking a left and a right lamella, which is why it usually sounds consonant.
17 or 21 keys - High quality African Coralwood
Small and compact
Handcrafted
Rounded corners for perfect grip
Pitch/Frequency: 440 Hz
Scale: Diatonic (heptatonic)
Dimensions: 7.08" x 5.51" x 0.91" / 18cm x 14 cm x 2,3 cm
Weight: 1.21 lbs / 550g / 1.32 lbs / 600g
Shipping is free to the US, Canada and the UK. Orders usually ship within 5 days. Delivery to the US and UK usually takes 7 to 10 business days.
You can return an unused kalimba in its original packaging within 30 days of delivery. Email support@sonodrum.co first to start a return. If it's accepted, we'll send you a return shipping label and instructions. Items sent back without a request can't be accepted.
Our kalimba songbooks are PDFs, sent to your email right after checkout. They are written in numbers, so you can play without reading music.
German Christmas SongsKalimba Music Book Β· C major Β· 17, 21 keys Β· 50 songs$12.95
Classic SongsKalimba Music Book Β· C major Β· 17, 21 keys Β· 50 songs$12.95
Relaxing SongsKalimba Music Book Β· C major Β· 17, 21 keys Β· 50 songs$12.95
German Children's SongsKalimba Music Book Β· C major Β· 17, 21 keys Β· 50 songs$12.95
No sheet music needed. The full how-to is on the first pages of the book.
C major, at 440 Hz.
A protective bag, key stickers, an instruction and music book, a cleaning cloth and a tuning hammer.
About 7.1 Γ 5.5 Γ 0.9 in (18 Γ 14 Γ 2.3 cm).
No. Our kalimba songbooks show a number for every note.
Each songbook page shows the instrument, the key and the sizes it is written for. Our page Which songbook fits my tongue drum or kalimba? lets you filter all songbooks by instrument, key and size.
Shipping is free to the US, Canada and the UK. Orders usually ship within 5 days, and we email you the tracking number.
Email us at support@sonodrum.co within 30 days of delivery. The kalimba must be unused and in its original packaging. If your return is accepted, we'll send you a return shipping label and instructions. Items sent back without first requesting a return can't be accepted.
Questions about the kalimba? Email us at support@sonodrum.co. We usually reply within 48 hours.
Overall rating: 4.6 / 5 from 931 reviews.
This is my son I gave to his family. He, my daughter in law & 14 yr old granddaughter all have anxiety issues. They had no idea what it was until they started to play. Granddaughter plays cello, & key board she found it relaxing.
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My nephew enjoys playing songs on his drum!
Tongue Drum Songbook - 8 Tongues - C Major - Standard - 30 Songs - Download PDF
I love the sound and it is easy to play. My puppy loves the sound also. I would recommend this to anyone that loves to play instruments.
I received it today and tested a bit. Wonderful sound. Recommended. It is allowed to confess that I was skeptical at first. But the delivery was faster than expected.ππ
Hello! I'm totally satisfied and always play a small improvised piece in between to get down or to celebrate something. Just wonderful! LG Aloka Sophia
My granddaughter is overjoyed with it.
Have the sonodrum received from my favorite. I was really happy. The supplied bag is simply fantastic and also finds space for the mallets :-)
Such a great instrument in C major tone. simply class
Even our bitch tracy is thrilled <3 just wonderful
The instrument pleases with very good, just thought it was bigger. The presentation in the net deceived me.
The Sonodrum was a Christmas present for my wife. She was very happy and also played immediately. I find the songbook could be quiet meditation sounds. I had no comparison to other sonodrums and I only heard of sounds from others later, I personally think the slightly deeper sounds a bit more beautiful, but that's just my personal taste. Otherwise, it is very well processed, the accessories like the bag really great. I hope my wife has long joy. Your customer service is very nice and competent, thanks for it. Best regards Andreas S.
A lot of fun,
The small tongue drum has a very nice color. I also like the sound of the drum very well. All in all a compact surprise with associated pocket and Schlegel.
Sonodrum is a gift for our grandchild Elina 10. Elina is born with a CP disability. She loves music over everything. Sonodrum gives the opportunity to produce beautiful tones despite coordination difficulties. Everything worked well. It was a Geuburn's gift. Thanks very much
Beautiful packaging ... sonorous instrument, great downloads
Excellent product - really relaxing and exactly what I was looking for.
Great quality
A beautiful gift idea
I am very satisfied, thank you!
The sounds do the soul good and already the small drum can do it π€
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Great sound, easy to play for the price. Oh, suitable for playing Z.B as accompaniment to Mantras. But also melodies to play well possible. An all-rounder perfect π
Good value for money and great sound!
She has a wonderful sound, games, every day on it, makes me really a great pleasure ...
Super fast delivery, great product!
It's huge fun and it's good for friends.
The children and I are very excited.
Playing Sonodrum is soother meditative, reassuring.
A pretty little steldrum that sounds very nice. It was a gift and got very well :)
Meun child loves the sounds. Beautiful harmonious tones are heard.
Wonderfully warm sound, goes directly into the heart.Very reassuring. Without prior knowledge of playing big and small.
A very nice instrument. I have given my daughter for Christmas. She was delighted!
A very nice sound. The wood is also visually very nice. Of course you have to get used to the handling, as with every instrument.
The Kalimba I have given my wife for Christmas she often prevails in the kindergarten in which she works it is a beautiful musician and the children like to hear it
Bellissimo Mio Figlio Ha Suonato Subito!
Tongue drum was delivered quickly, despite normal shipping. Well packed, no damage. Bag and accessories flawless. Drum is really an eye-catcher, beautiful design, wonderful sound. We are completely satisfied and excited about the drum. Would already be more respected to the drum.
I love her.
It's exactly the Christmas Eve! I was very happy! Very good quality, the sound is the hammer! I could play all day :). Also the bag is very well sewn and padded. I'm really excited about the product!
Patrick from the support was super helpful. The Sonodrum is really great - and at these even 300! Songs included. I could play all day!
Am thrilled!
