Percussion Instruments → Kalimba Thumb Piano
The Kalimba, or thumb piano, originates in Africa. It is also known as the mbira or likembe. Metal keys are mounted on a wooden box that acts as the resonating chamber. To play the kalimba, hold the thumb piano between the palms of both hands. Several reeds or tines are plucked with the thumb or fingers, and the reed vibrations are amplified by a hollow box resonator or a sounding board. The thumb piano may be tuned to your personal preference. 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.
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Kalimba, Box, Black, 12 Keys
SKU: KLMBB-12
Kalimba, Box, Black, 12 Keys (KLMBB-12) Box Kalimba with black finish 5W x 8L inches, and 12 steel keys. The thumb piano originates in Africa. It is also known as the mbira 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. Several reeds or tines are plucked with the thumb or fingers, and the reed vibrations are amplified by a hollow box resonator or a sounding board. Many different tunings are acceptable, according to personal preference. The tuning is subjective and should only be pleasing to the player. 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
Price: $25.00
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Kalimba, Box, Natural, 12 Keys
SKU: KLMBN-12
Kalimba, Box, Natural, 12 Keys (KLMBB-12) Box Kalimba with natural finish 5W x 8L inches, and 12 steel keys. The thumb piano originates in Africa. It is also known as the mbira 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. Several reeds or tines are plucked with the thumb or fingers, and the reed vibrations are amplified by a hollow box resonator or a sounding board. Many different tunings are acceptable, according to personal preference. The tuning is subjective and should only be pleasing to the player. 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.
Price: $25.00
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Hugh Tracey Karimba with Pickup, 17 Keys, African Tuning
SKU: HT_KARIMBAP
The Hugh Tracey Karimba with Pickup comes with African tuning, from low A to high A with slightly flat 3rds, 6ths, and 7ths. The notes don't fall on the exact western intervals. 17 Keys, includes a built in piezo-electric pickup and 1/4 inch jack. Plug this kalimba into a guitar amp, effects processor, PA system, or a direct box using a standard 1/4 inch guitar chord, and you are on your way to rocking out on this new age African instrument. The karimba is similar to the mbira from Zimbabwe. It has 17 tines organized in two rows, but at first glance the organization isn't logical. However, as you begin to play, you find that the inherent logic of this instrument lets you sound like a traditional African musician! Traditionally used in ceremonies to speak with one's ancestors in Shona ceremonies, this instrument has a lot of soul built into it. Made in Africa.
Listen to the Hugh Tracey African tuned Karimba Sound
Regular Price: $148.00
On Sale For: $119.00
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Hugh Tracey Karimba, 17 Keys, African Tuning
SKU: HT_KARIMBA
The Hugh Tracey Karimba comes with African tuning, from low A to high A with slightly flat 3rds, 6ths, and 7ths. The notes don't fall on the exact western intervals. 17 Keys. The karimba is similar to the mbira from Zimbabwe. It has 17 tines organized in two rows, but at first glance the organization isn't logical. However, as you begin to play, you find that the inherent logic of this instrument lets you sound like a traditional African musician! Traditionally used in ceremonies to speak with one's ancestors in Shona ceremonies, this instrument has a lot of soul built into it. Made in Africa.
Listen to the Hugh Tracey African tuned Karimba Sound
Regular Price: $128.00
On Sale For: $102.00
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Hugh Tracey TM Karimba with Pickup, 17 Keys, African Tuning
SKU: HT_TMKARIMBA-P
The Hugh Tracey TM Karimba with Pickup comes with African tuning. The octaves and 5th intervals are the same as the western intervals, but the 2nd, 3rd, 6th, and 7th are all flat from the western major intervals by varying degrees, while the 4th is a bit sharp. This tuning is best when the karimba is played solo, with other similarly-tuned karimbas, or with percussion. This is the native tuning as the instrument comes from Africa. The notes don't fall on the exact western intervals. The TM Kalimba is shaped like the AMI (African Musical Instruments) trademark, which is also the shape of some traditional kalimbas from Africa. 17 Keys, includes a built in piezo-electric pickup and 1/4 inch jack. Plug this karimba into a guitar amp, effects processor, PA system, or a direct box using a standard 1/4 inch guitar chord, and you are on your way to rocking out on this new age African instrument. The karimba is similar to the mbira from Zimbabwe. It has 17 tines organized in two rows, but at first glance the organization isn't logical. However, as you begin to play, you find that the inherent logic of this instrument lets you sound like a traditional African musician! Traditionally used in ceremonies to speak with one's ancestors in Shona ceremonies, this instrument has a lot of soul built into it. Made in Africa.
Listen to the Hugh Tracey African tuned Karimba Sound
Regular Price: $143.00
On Sale For: $115.00
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Hugh Tracey TM Karimba, 17 Keys, African Tuning
SKU: HT_TMKARIMBA
The Hugh Tracey TM Karimba comes with African tuning. The octaves and 5th intervals are the same as the western intervals, but the 2nd, 3rd, 6th, and 7th are all flat from the western major intervals by varying degrees, while the 4th is a bit sharp. This tuning is best when the karimba is played solo, with other similarly-tuned karimbas, or with percussion. This is the native tuning as the instrument comes from Africa. The notes don't fall on the exact western intervals. The TM Kalimba is shaped like the AMI (African Musical Instruments) trademark, which is also the shape of some traditional kalimbas from Africa. 17 Keys. The karimba is similar to the mbira from Zimbabwe. It has 17 tines organized in two rows, but at first glance the organization isn't logical. However, as you begin to play, you find that the inherent logic of this instrument lets you sound like a traditional African musician! Traditionally used in ceremonies to speak with one's ancestors in Shona ceremonies, this instrument has a lot of soul built into it. Made in Africa.
Listen to the Hugh Tracey African tuned Karimba Sound
Regular Price: $122.00
On Sale For: $98.00
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Hugh Tracey Treble Kalimba with Pickup, 17 Keys, Key of G
SKU: HT_TrebleP
The Hugh Tracey Treble Kalimba with Pickup comes tuned in the key of G, starting on the 3rd (B-1) and going up 2.5 octaves (D+2). 17 Keys, includes a built in piezo-electric pickup and 1/4 inch jack. Plug this kalimba into a guitar amp, effects processor, PA system, or a direct box using a standard 1/4 inch guitar chord. This thumb piano model has been extensively copied by other manufacturers outside of Africa. Mounted on a resonant box made of native African kiaat wood. The Hugh Tracey Treble Kalimba is a superior musical instrument with level tines that rarely give you problems. The Hugh Tracey Treble Kalimba is a nice match for duets with the Hugh Tracey Alto Kalimba. Made in Africa.
Listen to the Hugh Tracey Kalimba Sound
Regular Price: $138.00
On Sale For: $110.00
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Hugh Tracey Treble Kalimba, 17 Keys, Key of G
SKU: HT_Treble
The Hugh Tracey Treble Kalimba comes tuned in the key of G, starting on the 3rd (B-1) and going up 2.5 octaves (D+2). 17 Keys. This thumb piano model has been extensively copied by other manufacturers outside of Africa. Mounted on a resonant box made of native African kiaat wood. The Hugh Tracey Treble Kalimba is a superior musical instrument with level tines that rarely give you problems. The Hugh Tracey Treble Kalimba is a nice match for duets with the Hugh Tracey Alto Kalimba. Made in Africa.
Listen to the Hugh Tracey Kalimba Sound
Regular Price: $125.00
On Sale For: $100.00
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Kalimba, 17 Keys, Large Rosewood
SKU: THMP
Rosewood kalimba, also referred to as the thumb piano, 5 inches x 7 inches, 17 steel keys. The 17 key kalimba is not tuned. To tune the kalimba, adjust the position of each tine by tapping the end slightly to move the tine forward or backward. Kalimbas can be tuned to any key, although the key of G Major is quite common. The scale is layed out by alternating notes left and right from the fundamental note C in the center. This puts thirds next to each other, so if you play two adjacent notes at once, you have a chord. Tuned in this fashion, the seventeen note range of this kalimba is from B to D (2 octaves higher). Made in Pakistan.
Price: $34.90
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Hugh Tracey Alto Kalimba with Pickup, 15 Keys, Key of G
SKU: HT_altoP
The Hugh Tracey Alto Kalimba with Pickup comes tuned diatonically in the key of G, from low G to high G for a full 2 octaves. 15 Keys, includes a built in piezo-electric pickup and 1/4 inch jack. Plug this kalimba into a guitar amp, effects processor, PA system, or a direct box using a standard 1/4 inch guitar chord. The Hugh Tracey Alto Kalimba is the original kalimba made by African Musical Instruents in Grahamstown, South Africa since 1960. Made from kiaat wood and high quality spring steel, this is a real musical instrument and is easy to play, not just a pretty coffee table ornament. The Hugh Tracey Alto Kalimba is a nice match for duets with the Hugh Tracey Treble Kalimba. The large tines are easy to play, and the two octave setup from low G to high G is simple to undestand. A truly beautiful instrument. Made in Africa.
Listen to the Hugh Tracey Alto Kalimba Sound with an electric PICKUP, so you can play with drums or a band. Get ready to hear some non-traditional effects.
Regular Price: $150.00
On Sale For: $120.00
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Hugh Tracey Alto Kalimba, 15 Keys, Key of G
SKU: HT_alto
The Hugh Tracey Alto Kalimba comes tuned diatonically in the key of G, from low G to high G for a full 2 octaves. 15 Keys. The Hugh Tracey Alto Kalimba is the original kalimba made by African Musical Instruents in Grahamstown, South Africa since 1960. Made from kiaat wood and high quality spring steel, this is a real musical instrument and is easy to play, not just a pretty coffee table ornament. The Hugh Tracey Alto Kalimba is a nice match for duets with the Hugh Tracey Treble Kalimba. The large tines are easy to play, and the two octave setup from low G to high G is simple to undestand. A truly beautiful instrument. Made in Africa.
Listen to the Hugh Tracey Alto Kalimba Sound
Regular Price: $137.00
On Sale For: $110.00
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Hugh Tracey TM Alto Kalimba with Pickup, 15 Keys Flat Board, Key of G
SKU: HT_TMaltoP
The Hugh Tracey TM Alto Kalimba with Pickup, Flat Board, comes tuned diatonically in the key of G, from low G to high G for a full 2 octaves. 15 Keys, includes a built in piezo-electric pickup and 1/4 inch jack. Plug this kalimba into a guitar amp, effects processor, PA system, or a direct box using a standard 1/4 inch guitar chord, and you are on your way to rocking out on this new age African instrument. Of course, this kalimba can still be played acoustically. The tines are mounted on a board instead of the resonant box. The TM Alto with Pickup doesn't give you the "wah" sound that you can get with the resonant box Alto Kalimba. The flat board can be played against a table or window pane as a soundingboard. The flat board also permits the use of the right index finger on the up-stroke, a technique used with the mbira. The TM Alto Kalimba with Pickup gets its name because the body is shaped like the AMI TradeMark kalimba logo. The Hugh Tracey Alto Kalimba is the original kalimba made by African Musical Instruents in Grahamstown, South Africa since 1960. Made from kiaat wood and high quality spring steel, this is a real musical instrument and is easy to play, not just a pretty coffee table ornament. Made in Africa.
Listen to the Hugh Tracey TM Alto Kalimba Sound, Flat Board
Regular Price: $138.00
On Sale For: $110.00
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Hugh Tracey TM Alto Kalimba, 15 Keys Flat Board, Key of G
SKU: HT_TMalto
The Hugh Tracey TM Alto Kalimba, Flat Board, comes tuned diatonically in the key of G, from low G to high G for a full 2 octaves. 15 Keys. The tines are mounted on a board instead of the resonant box. The TM Alto doesn't give you the "wah" sound that you can get with the resonant box Alto Kalimba. The flat board can be played against a table or window pane as a soundingboard. The flat board also permits the use of the right index finger on the up-stroke, a technique used with the mbira. The TM Alto Kalimba gets its name because the body is shaped like the AMI TradeMark kalimba logo. The Hugh Tracey Alto Kalimba is the original kalimba made by African Musical Instruents in Grahamstown, South Africa since 1960. Made from kiaat wood and high quality spring steel, this is a real musical instrument and is easy to play, not just a pretty coffee table ornament. Made in Africa.
Listen to the Hugh Tracey TM Alto Kalimba Sound, Flat Board
Regular Price: $118.00
On Sale For: $94.00
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Hugh Tracey Box Pentatonic Kalimba with Pickup, 11 Keys, Key of G
SKU: HT_BOXPENTATONICP
The High Tracey Box Pentatonic Kalimba with Pickup spans from G-1 to G+1 and has the 11 notes of two octaves of the G major pentatonic scale. Because it uses the pentatonic scale, it is very easy to play, and seems to float and soar above the guitar. The box style lets you get that great "wah" sound by placing your thumb over the sound hole. Includes a built in piezo-electric pickup and 1/4 inch jack. Plug this kalimba into a guitar amp, effects processor, PA system, or a direct box using a standard 1/4 inch guitar chord. Made in Africa.
Listen to the Hugh Tracey Box Pentatonic Kalimba Sound
Regular Price: $142.00
On Sale For: $113.00
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Kalimba, 9 Keys by Meinl
SKU: MEI_KA9-M
The new MEINL Kalimbas are great sounding melodic instruments in a compact size! Solid construction, plated steel keys and an ergonomic shape makes these kalimbas dependable musical tools. The sound is pure joy, and a great addition to any percussion kit. Size Medium – a’ c” c’ a” A f’ e’ e” b’. Material Chrome plated steel Rubber Wood (Hevea brasiliensis Muell.-Arg.). Features Ergonomic shape.
Regular Price: $80.00
On Sale For: $50.00
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Hugh Tracey 8-Note Kalimba with Pickup, 8 Keys, Key of C
SKU: HT_8NOTEAMIP
The Hugh Tracey 8-Note Kalimba with Pickup comes tuned in the key of C, includes 1 octave. 8 Keys. Made of native African kiaat wood. The thicker soundboard and the longer sustain makes this a great kalimba for holding against resonant objects such as a bowl or a table for amplification. Includes a built in piezo-electric pickup and 1/4 inch jack. Plug this kalimba into a guitar amp, effects processor, PA system, or a direct box using a standard 1/4 inch guitar chord. Made in Africa.
Listen to the Hugh Tracey 8-Note Kalimba Sound
Regular Price: $84.00
On Sale For: $67.20
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Kalimba, 8 Keys, Black Box
SKU: KLMBB
Kalimba Box, black finish 7 inches x 4 inches, 8 steel keys. The thumb piano is also known as the mbira or likembe. To tune the kalimba to your preferred pitch, slide the metal tines. Made in India.
Price: $19.90
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Kalimba, 8 Keys, Natural Box
SKU: KLMBN
Kalimba Box, natural finish 7 inches x 4.5 inches, 8 steel keys. The thumb piano is also known as the mbira or likembe. To tune the kalimba to your preferred pitch, slide the metal tines. Made in India.
Price: $19.90
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