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Star Kalimba Thumb Piano

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SKU:
X8-WD-KLB
UPC:
818028011171
MPN:
X8-WD-KLB
Condition:
New
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MSRP: $45.00
$18.99
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Description

The traditional hardwood kalimba is big enough for accenting your favorite music, but small enough to take along when you travel. It's made from durable, renewable hardwood with seven tunable steel keys and a branded star and stripes design.

Although inspired by kalimbas that originated thousands of years ago, our version is made with the modern day player in mind. It's beautifully crafted from a solid piece of durable and renewable plantation grown mahogany hardwood with an oblong shape and branded star and stripes design that recalls early West African kalimbas used in tribal dances and rituals.

Seven tunable steel keys allow you to customize the pitch to your liking. Because tuning is highly subjective and varies from player to player, your kalimba arrives without any preset tuning settings. That means you can tune it to match your personal preferences. Simply tighten or loosen tension using the two screws on top, then move the keys in or out to adjust their length and pitch. The longer keys have lower pitches while shorter ones have higher pitches.

To play the kalimba like a pro, just hold it in both hands and stroke the keys with both of your thumbs together or individually. It's that easy. And don't be fooled by the kalimba's small size. It's a serious instrument, capable of producing a wide range of soothing melodies, enchanting accents, even complex musical arrangements. The compact 51/2"ΝW x 71/4"ΝL x 11/4"ΝD size makes it easy to hold and play while you practice, perform or record.

Materials:
7 Steel Keys
Mahogany hardwood

Size:
Width: 5.5"
Length: 7.25"
Depth: 1.25"

 

UPC: 818028011171

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6 Reviews

  • 5
    AMAZING!

    Posted by Sydney Owczarzak on 31st Dec 2015

    I haven't had the best of luck ordering presents online, until I came here. The customer service was amazing and I they kept me updated every step of the way. I highly recommend ordering from this website! They are very punctual in getting back to you and very friendly if you have any questions.

  • 5
    Star Kalimba Thumb Piano

    Posted by Carolyn B on 28th Jul 2014

    The quality and sound of the Star Kalimba Thumb Piano that I purchased from X8 Drums is fantastic!!!! The price was very reasonable. X8 Drums goes out of their way for offering their customers "First Class Service". I give X8 Drums an A+++++ in EVERY way. Thank You X8 Drums, Best regards, Carolyn

  • 5
    good sound

    Posted by lori kroeger on 16th Jul 2014

    I really like the Kalimba. I just cant find much training for it. :)

  • 5
    Thumb Piano

    Posted by Brian Swaaley on 16th Jul 2014

    Ordered this on a wednesday, got it 2 days later on friday, it wasn't broken when i took it out of the box, what else could you ask for? 5 / 5, nah 6 out of 5

  • 5
    thumb piano

    Posted by Joe on 16th Jul 2014

    I purchased this as a coffee table curio and it has gotten a lot of use. Worth every penny! Also the delivery was speedy.

  • 5
    Amazing

    Posted by United States on 11th Jul 2014

    Got this as a present for my anniversary and my boyfriend loved it. It came right on time, and it was awesome. Beautiful instrument, and made wonderfully.

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