Choose a kalimba made entirely in France 🇫🇷
Looking for an authentic musical instrument, handcrafted by an artisan who truly loves his craft? Don’t want a cheap, mass-produced piece of wood? Then this kalimba made entirely in France is made for you! This 17-tine thumb piano is crafted by Sébastien, a talented cabinetmaker who works in his small workshop in the Gard department, halfway between Marseille and Valence.
The advantages of this kalimba:
- 100% made in France
- A unique instrument crafted by French artisans
- Wood cut by hand
- Finished with natural plant-based oil for a beautiful look
- Stainless steel tines for rich, resonant vibrations
Trust French know-how and treat yourself to this kalimba made entirely in France!
Technical specifications of the kalimba, entirely made in France
- Type of instrument: percussion – idiophone – lamellophone
- Number of tines/keys (notes): 17
- Resonator box: no
- Materials: body made of laminated ash or okoumé wood, high-quality stainless steel tines
- Dimensions: 18 × 12 × 1.5 cm
- Weight: 400 g
- Key: G major (can be tuned to C major)
- Please note that each instrument is unique, so dimensions, weight, and wood grain patterns may vary slightly
We have a few more gems of French craftsmanship in store for you. Discover the kalimba made in France, which has been crafted in a completely different way by the artisan. Alternatively, choose from one of the many kalimbas available in our store.
Share the love with this thumb piano
In this thumb piano model, a heart is cut directly from the wooden body of the instrument. Crafted with care, it’s then attached to one of the kalimba’s bridges, turning it into a real pendant. You can easily detach this heart and use it as you wish, such as to embellish a handbag, a keyring, or even to create a necklace. That makes this instrument a lovely gift for a special occasion, such as an anniversary or Valentine’s Day. It’s sure to be a hit every time!
A luxurious wooden instrument from Occitania
As a perfectionist, Sébastien was determined to produce kalimbas of the highest quality. That’s why he decided to use solid laminated ash wood to craft the body of his instrument. A noble wood par excellence and very attractive to the eye, ash has a certain aesthetic nobility that makes it a preferred choice for creating luxury furniture, while also offering superb acoustic qualities.
Trust a French cabinetmaker
A true expert in woodworking and wood transformation, Sébastien offers his craftsmanship in another field he particularly enjoys: music. The fusion of these two passions led him to create this magnificent kalimba. When you purchase this finger piano, you’ll receive a true gem of craftsmanship, made with love and finished to perfection.
Easy to use and suitable for everyone
It’s no coincidence that the kalimba is known as a thumb piano. Each of the instrument’s steel keys corresponds to a single musical note, just like on a regular piano keyboard. This ensures that when you pluck the keys, you will produce the desired note perfectly, making it hard to hit a wrong note. What’s more, the mbira is a gift that is suitable for both adults and children, who love how easy it is to use and how it allows them to compose and play songs right away.
Legal warranty: when you order from Instruments du Monde, a French company, you're protected by the consumer guarantees under New Zealand's Consumer Guarantees Act 1993, plus our own 2-year 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 New Zealand, delivery is free on orders over NZ$79.
Dispatch time: dispatches within 48 working hours.
Delivery time: orders are delivered to New Zealand within 3–14 working days. This time frame may be extended to 30 days for other countries.
