Choose the quality of a kalimba that is 100% made in France 🇫🇷
“Made in France”—fabriqué en France—is the perfect label for this kalimba, handcrafted by Sébastien, a woodworking specialist with a true passion for musical instruments. Made in his workshop in Saint-Alexandre (Gard), near Avignon and Cévennes National Park, this kalimba is genuinely 100% made in France.
The advantages of this kalimba:
- Free 48-hour Colissimo shipping
- 100% made in France
- A unique instrument crafted by French artisans
- Authentic okoumé wood, cut by hand
- Natural plant-oil finish for an exceptional look
- Stainless steel tines for rich, lively vibrations
Synonymous with quality and finesse—order your 100% made in France kalimba today!
Technical characteristics of the kalimba, 100% made in France
- Type of instrument: percussion – idiophone – lamellophone
- Number of tines, keys, or notes: 17
- Resonator box: no
- Materials: okoumé wood body, stainless steel tines
- Dimensions: 18 × 12 × 1.5 cm (7 × 4.75 × 0.6 in)
- Weight: 260 g (9.2 oz)
- Key: G major, can be tuned to C major
- Please note that each instrument is unique, so dimensions, weight, and wood grain may vary slightly
If you’re keen to invest in a thumb piano made in France, we invite you to discover our handcrafted French-made kalimba. It was made in the Gard region of Occitanie. For more affordable models, check out our selection of kalimbas, each one more unique than the last.
A French instrument with a unique design
Drawing inspiration from everything around him, Sébastien sets no limits on his imagination, creating kalimbas with ever more unique and innovative designs. Here, this skilled craftsman hand-cut a star shape into the centre of the wooden body and named it “Graine de vie dorée” (“Golden Seed of Life”). A beautiful way to honour nature and a striking motif that enhances this high-quality thumb piano.
Support this Occitan artisan’s professional success
Competition can sometimes be tough for small French retailers and artisans trying to earn a living from their passion and know-how. Buying a kalimba from France means supporting Sébastien’s work and helping revitalize local commerce in a village of just over 1,000 people. A meaningful way to promote and stand behind craftsmanship made in France.
Finally, an instrument that is easy for anyone to play, even without musical knowledge
Do you dream of playing beautiful melodies on a musical instrument as soon as possible? Then choose the kalimba. Everything about this instrument has been designed to help you get started. Each key corresponds to a single note, and the sheet music naturally shows the order in which they should be played. No need to decipher complicated music theory—you’ll play with ease and always land on the right notes.
A kalimba crafted from eco-friendly and sustainable materials
The kalimba is a percussion instrument with the advantage of being very simple in design. In fact, there are no plastics or chemical materials here. You’ll find only steel and pure wood, sanded smooth and then protected with a natural wax. The result is an instrument that’s simple, effective, and environmentally friendly.
Legal warranty: when you order from the French company Instruments du Monde, you’re covered by a 2-year statutory warranty on all our items.
Returns and exchanges: not satisfied with your order? Not sure if this product is right for you? We’ve got you covered! Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery, and you don’t need to provide a reason. Shop with peace of mind.
Free delivery: if you live in Canada, delivery is free.
Shipping time: ships within 48 business hours.
Delivery time: orders are delivered to Canada within 3–14 business days. This time frame may be extended to 30 days for other countries.