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Recycled Copper Tine Kalimba — 17 Key Warm Resonance
Featuring 17 tines forged from recycled copper wire, this kalimba delivers uniquely warm, mellow tones that set it apart from standard steel models.
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Recycled Copper Kalimba — Mellow Tones, Clear Conscience
This kalimba features 17 precision-tuned tines made from recycled copper wire, mounted on a sustainably harvested mahogany resonance box. Copper produces a distinctly warmer, rounder tone than steel — softer attack with rich sustain that lingers like a whispered melody.
The recycled copper is sourced from reclaimed electrical wiring and carefully drawn into the flat tine profiles needed for accurate tuning. Each tine is hand-adjusted to C major pentatonic standard. The mahogany body is finished with natural tung oil for a satin-smooth feel.
Specifications
| Material | Recycled Copper Tines + Mahogany Body |
|---|---|
| Keys | 17 |
| Tuning | C Major Pentatonic |
| Dimensions | 18 x 13 x 4 cm |
| Weight | 300g |
| Finish | Natural Tung Oil |
| Skill Level | Beginner |
Cultural Origins & History
Recycled Copper Kalimba — Mellow Tones, Clear Conscience
This kalimba features 17 precision-tuned tines made from recycled copper wire, mounted on a sustainably harvested mahogany resonance box. Copper produces a distinctly warmer, rounder tone than steel — softer attack with rich sustain that lingers like a whispered melody.
The recycled copper is sourced from reclaimed electrical wiring and carefully drawn into the flat tine profiles needed for accurate tuning. Each tine is hand-adjusted to C major pentatonic standard. The mahogany body is finished with natural tung oil for a satin-smooth feel.
Every instrument is carefully wrapped in protective packaging to look after its handcrafted details during shipping. Fragile items are double-boxed with cushioning so they arrive safe and sound.
Copper's Second Song
Recycling copper requires 85% less energy than mining and refining new ore. These tines began as electrical wiring — silent conductors of power — and now conduct something far more beautiful: music. The warm copper tone is especially suited to evening relaxation and ASMR recording.
Keep it on your nightstand for a gentle wind-down ritual before sleep.
Playing Your Copper Kalimba
Copper tines respond best to a gentle, rolling thumb technique rather than sharp plucks. Let your thumbnails glide off each tine smoothly for the warmest possible tone. The slightly softer metal wears in beautifully over time, developing a playing surface uniquely shaped to your touch.
Apply a thin layer of tung oil to the mahogany body once or twice a year to maintain its lustre and protect against humidity.
