This is really a challenging one. It’s neither heavier nor bigger than the regular 17 key Kalimba. It is not just for beautiful at first glance, once you get the hang of it, you’ll fall in love with this instrument more.
This Seeds Chromatic kalimba has a total of 34 keys. Lower layer is 17 keys in C/B and upper layer in the middle start from low 4 to high 4, which this special structure , you will feel like you have both 17 key kalimba and 21 key kalimba and a 3 octave kalimba..Chromatics will let you play much more songs.
- Play on lower layer = original 17 keys kalimba
- Play on lower layer + (4-5-6-7) = 21 keys kalimba
- Both layer together = 34 keys chromatic kalimba
Design:Original and Patented
Tuning:C Tone, or B Tone.
Range:F3 to F4 Diatonic. G4 to F6 Chromatic.
TUNING YOUR KALIMBA Step 1: Use a tuner
Columbus(24 key) and Pisces(34 key) comes pre-tuned. However ,after some times playing, movements in the tines reduces the precision of each key. To know whether each key is in tune, you will need a tuner (buy from). This can be a physical tuning device, or a free smartphone tuning app. We recommend Da Tuner for android or Ins Tuner for ios smartphones. How to use a tuner varies greatly. Please read the instructions meant for your chosen device or app.
Step 2: Refer to the Correct Tuning Chart
is on page B1 of your booklet.
There is no physical copy of the tuning chart for customers who bought the seeds Pisces B Tone Kalimba. Save a copy or print the.
For 24 key Columbus, you can refer to this
Step 3: Use Tuning Hammer
With reference to the tuning chart which shows you the musical alphabet for each key, strike each tine to see if it is in the correct tune with the aid of your tuner.
If the tuner shows that the tine sounds lower than it should, use the tuning hammer to TAP UP.
If the tuner shows that the tine sounds higher than it should, use the tuning hammer to TAP DOWN.
FAQ: What is the difference between Pisces C Tone and B Tone？
C Tone Kalimba 1 (do) = C.
B Tone Kalimba 1 (do) = B.
1 (do )can be = any musical alphabet.
For C Tone Pisces 12345 means CDEFG
For B Tone Pisces 12345 means BC#D#EF#
What are the benefits of C Tone or B Tone Kalimba?
The C tone Kalimba has no accidentals on the lower layer, like a piano keyboard, So C Tone may be easier to find the right notes, like a piano, when collaborating with other musicians.
B tone as a lower pitch and you play it the same way. If you plan to play individually only, a lower B tone feels more soothing.
Can I re-tune C Tone to C? Or C Tone to B?
For C Tone Pisces, Yes. You can tune C down to B scale or Bb scale with no sound issues.
For B Tone Pisces, B Tone Kalimba has better sound quality in C tuning or Bb tuning. We do not recommend tuning up to C Scale. Purchase C Tone Pisces instead for quality assurance to tune it to any tone.