Support French craftsmanship by treating yourself to this kalimba-style instrument 🇫🇷
This musical instrument, guaranteed to be 100% French-made, comes from Sébastien, a craftsman with a small workshop in the south of France in Saint-Alexandre, a village not far from Avignon. A trained cabinetmaker, this woodworking expert has brilliantly combined his passion for music with his craft by creating this 17-tine kalimba made from okoumé wood.
The advantages of this kalimba:
- Free 48-hour Colissimo delivery
- 100% made in France
- a one-of-a-kind instrument from French craftsmanship
- genuine okoumé wood, hand-cut
- natural vegetable oil finish for an exceptional look
- stainless steel tines for rich, resonant vibrations
Do local businesses matter to you? Support them by treating yourself to this French-made kalimba.
Technical specifications of the 100% French-made kalimba
- 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
- Weight: 260 g
- Key: C major
- Please note that each instrument is unique, so dimensions, weight, and ridges may vary slightly
To get the most out of the health benefits of music, we recommend choosing a kalimba tuned to 432 Hz, a specific frequency traditionally associated with nature and well-being. If that’s not what you’re looking for, choose one of our many melodious kalimbas.
Take advantage of the vibrations of the sanza to improve your physical and mental well-being
Did you know that every time you play a note on the kalimba, also known as sanza, you can feel the vibrations travelling through your body? That’s one of the instrument’s greatest benefits. Musicians love feeling the sound they create under their fingertips, which makes the sanza perfect for meditation and music therapy. Let it guide you into deep calm and a peaceful moment that lasts for the length of a song.
Escape with the melodies of Africa
A long-standing traditional musical instrument of the African Shona people, the finger piano quickly spread throughout Africa hundreds of years ago. It is an instrument steeped in legend and has been recognised by UNESCO as part of humanity’s cultural heritage since 2020. Owning a finger piano is a wonderful way to help keep this small instrument from being forgotten, while enjoying the beautiful sounds that have been played in Africa for over a thousand years.
Choose a kalimba crafted from raw wood for exceptional quality
Many low-quality thumb pianos are sometimes made from chipboard, which is produced by compressing wood chips and binding them with chemical glues that can be harmful to health. At Instruments du Monde, all our wooden kalimbas are crafted from raw materials. The result is instruments that look better and, above all, are made without harmful compounds in the production process.
Easy to play and suitable for everyone
It's no wonder the kalimba is nicknamed the thumb piano. Each steel tine corresponds to a single musical note, just like the keys on a traditional piano, so when you press them, you’ll get the exact note you want without worrying about mistakes. The thumb piano also makes a wonderful gift for adults and children alike, thanks to how easy it is to learn and how quickly they can start playing simple songs.
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 New Zealand, delivery is free.
Dispatch time: ships within 48 business hours.
Delivery time: orders are delivered to New Zealand within 3–14 business days. This time frame may be extended to 30 days for other countries.
