Sound & Meditation Instruments
Singing bowls, gongs, drums, chimes, kalimbas and tingshas for meditation, sound baths and clearing a room with sound. Choose by size, note and feel, from a first bowl to a deep 80cm gong.
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Choosing a singing bowl
Size shapes the sound. Smaller bowls, around 8 to 11cm, give a brighter, higher note that suits a desk, bedside table or travel bag. Larger bowls hold a deeper, longer hum and are lovely at the centre of a meditation space or a sound bath. Many people start with one bowl and add a second in a different note later.
To play, rest the bowl on its cushion or your flat palm, then run the wooden striker slowly around the rim with steady pressure. Let it build rather than rushing; the bowl begins to sing on its own. A gentle tap gives a single clear tone to open or close a meditation.
Drums, rattles and percussion
For a deep, room-filling sound, a gong on a stand is hard to beat. A frame or shamanic drum carries a steady heartbeat rhythm that has been used for journeying and ceremony across many cultures. Djembes, played with the hands, are warmer and more playful, good for circles and gatherings. Rattles and ankle shakers add a lighter texture and are easy for anyone to pick up.
Chimes, bells and tingshas
Tingshas are a pair of small cymbals joined by a cord: one bright, ringing note to mark the start of a practice. Altar bells are often rung to clear a space before ritual, and wind chimes bring that same quality to a garden or doorway, moving with the weather. Pair your sound practice with sage or palo santo for a full clearing ritual, or read our guide to using a singing bowl.
Questions and answers
What size singing bowl should I buy as a beginner?
A bowl of around 10 to 14cm is a good first choice. It is easy to hold in the palm, sings readily with a striker, and has a clear, warm note that suits daily meditation without being too loud for a small room.
How do I get a singing bowl to sing?
Hold the bowl flat on your palm or its cushion, press the striker lightly against the outside of the rim and circle it slowly and evenly. Keep the pressure steady and the speed gentle; the hum builds after a few rotations.
What is the difference between a shamanic drum and a djembe?
A shamanic drum is a wide, shallow frame drum held in one hand and played with a beater, giving a deep, steady beat for meditation and journeying. A djembe is goblet shaped, played with the hands, and has a brighter, more rhythmic sound.
How quickly will my order arrive?
Orders are dispatched within 1 to 2 working days, with free UK delivery on orders over £40.