Description
Cool clear tones reflecting nature's energy and rhythms. Whether you are a beginner musician or a professional musician, this is the instrument for you!
Mahogany thumb piano, 4.9" x 6.9", 10 steel keys.
The thumb piano originates in Africa. It is also known as the mbira, kalimba or likembe. The metal keys are mounted on a wooden box that acts as the resonating chamber.
To play, rest the thumb piano on the fingers of both hands and hold it between your palms. Then pluck the keys with your thumbs.
The longer keys have lower pitches and shorter keys have higher pitches. The keys can be adjusted by tapping them in or out to adjust their length, and therefore their pitch.
Ships tuned to C Major
Perfect for Idiopan jams
Crafted with quality Mahogany
Wide keys for easy playability
Keys are labeled by pitch
Ideal size (4.9" x 6.9")
ITEM SPECIFICATIONS:
Item Weight:
.9 lbs.
Item Length:
7.25 Inches
Item Height:
1.25 Inches
Item Width:
5.25 Inches
Origin:
China
