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Zimbabwe Kalimba Mbira Thumb Piano Authentic - :
$224.00


Watch a performance of this Mbira (Deze sold separately).
Joel Laviolette talks about the features.

In addition to mbiras, X8 Drums now offers a very special version of the Zimbabwean Kalimba. A new design, this kalimba is built in tune with the regular high-tuned mbiras.

A traditional instrument of the Shona people in Zimbabwe, kalimbas usually have only 15 keys, so they don’t have the full seven-note scale of a regular mbira and are missing a couple of the major chord tones you need to play a lot of the traditional repertoire of mbira music. However, Joel and his instructor designed and built the kalimba featured in the video and sold by X8 Drums so that they could add in those extra chord tones. They call it the \"Dandaranyika\" kalimba, which in the Shona language translates to \"the kalimba that can be played all over the world.\"

With this innovative kalimba, you can play the repertoire of the regular kalimba as well as the repertoire of the bigger mbiras. Like mbiras, all kalimbas, including the ones at X8 Drums, are hand built. The steel rod keys are pounded and filed by hand while the soundboard is made from beautiful Mukwa wood, the original wood used to make traditional kalimbas. The kalimba featured in the video is mounted inside of a deze, which acts as an amplifier. The kalimba is mounted in by three screws so that players can easily take the kalimba out if they want.

All of our kalimbas at X8 Drums have buzzers (the bottlecaps) on the soundboard to create that distinctive buzzing sound.

X8 Drums Customer Testimonials

\"I just got the djembe (14\" Ruby Pro) yesterday. It\'s everything I could want in a larger drum - nice tight tones, crisp slaps, impressive bass, and an excellent overall package. The shell shape, carving, and staining are expertly done and the rope-work is superb. It easily compares to other professional traditional djembes I\'ve seen for twice the price.\" Bob, Acworth, GA

\"My Djembe drum arrived - literally \"sound\" and safely! I love the tone and the resonance and the craftsmanship of this drum!\" Jutta, PA

\"I got my drum yesterday and just wanted to say thank you. It was in great condition and tune when it arrived. I absolutely love it and know where I will be buying my drums in the future. ... X-8 ... Very satisfied Thanks again.\" Matt, New York, NY

\"Many thanks for sending us a fantastic drum! My son was thrilled when he opened it today for his birthday. The workmanship is beautiful and the sound that comes out of it is phenomenal! I cannot thank you enough.\" Laura, Warrenville, IL

X8 Drums specializes in professional hand carved wooden shell djembe drums that are manufactured using legally certified timber that is environmentally sustainable.Not sure where to start? We\'re happy to walk you through our entire selection to find the best musical instrument for your needs. Call toll-free Guaranteed! 30-Day Return Policy!

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