That a kalimba gets slightly out of tune from time to time is nothing unusual and nothing to worry about. To get your Kalimba back in tune, here we show and explain step by step how to tune your Kalimba.
HOW TO TUNE A KALIMBA
You will need
1. Your Kalimba
2. Tuning Hammer (included with all Meinl Sonic Energy Kalimbas – except the Mini Kalimba)
3. Tuning App or Tuning Device
4. Silence :)
Listen for notes that are out of tune
Each Kalimba key contains the corresponding note on it.
Now, start your tuning app or device and play each key one after the other.
If your tuning pointer is not centered on the note while playing the key, moves to the left or right of the actual note, you need to make some adjustments with your tuning hammer and correct it until it stays perfectly in the center.
Tuning up a tone
Lightly hit the key from below with the hammer until the required tone is displayed.
Tuning down a tone
Lightly hit the key from above with the hammer until the required tone is displayed.
For perfectionists: Dampen both nearby tones with your fingers so that no unwanted resonances occur.
Learn how to tune your Kalimba with this tutorial created by Francesco Fasanaro.
Meinl Sonic Energy is a collection of instruments that supports our connection to experience the body, mind and energy, as One. Many practitioners and guides within the health and wellness industry use these instruments therapeutically for stress management, anxiety relief, insomnia, depression, addictive recovery, pain management, etc. They are unique expressions of the vibrations we encounter on a daily basis and when listened to closely, seem to have a language all their own. They invite us to appreciate the definition of all things we find harmonious in our life and through this support, our journey begins toward new peace and restoration. Our collection of beautifully crafted creations makes self-discovery through sound a simple, profound practice.
That a kalimba gets slightly out of tune from time to time is nothing unusual and nothing to worry about. To get your Kalimba back in tune, here we show and explain step by step how to tune your Kalimba.
HOW TO TUNE A KALIMBA
You will need
1. Your Kalimba
2. Tuning Hammer (included with all Meinl Sonic Energy Kalimbas – except the Mini Kalimba)
3. Tuning App or Tuning Device
4. Silence :)
Listen for notes that are out of tune
Each Kalimba key contains the corresponding note on it.
Now, start your tuning app or device and play each key one after the other.
If your tuning pointer is not centered on the note while playing the key, moves to the left or right of the actual note, you need to make some adjustments with your tuning hammer and correct it until it stays perfectly in the center.
Tuning up a tone
Lightly hit the key from below with the hammer until the required tone is displayed.
Tuning down a tone
Lightly hit the key from above with the hammer until the required tone is displayed.
For perfectionists: Dampen both nearby tones with your fingers so that no unwanted resonances occur.
Learn how to tune your Kalimba with this tutorial created by Francesco Fasanaro.
Meinl Sonic Energy is a collection of instruments that supports our connection to experience the body, mind and energy, as One. Many practitioners and guides within the health and wellness industry use these instruments therapeutically for stress management, anxiety relief, insomnia, depression, addictive recovery, pain management, etc. They are unique expressions of the vibrations we encounter on a daily basis and when listened to closely, seem to have a language all their own. They invite us to appreciate the definition of all things we find harmonious in our life and through this support, our journey begins toward new peace and restoration. Our collection of beautifully crafted creations makes self-discovery through sound a simple, profound practice.
