Ami Hugh Tracey KALIMBA TREBLE CELESTE 17 NOTES BOARD-RESONATOR + PICKUP
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- 17 steel tines with standard tuning in G Major for immediately playing clear, singing melodies
- Kiaat body (African hardwood) with a warm touch and a Celeste-format top
- Built-in pickup with a 6.3 mm jack output for amplification on stage, in the studio or with an acoustic amplifier
- Handcrafted and hand-tuned in South Africa (with finishing that may vary)
Manufacturer Information
Ami Hugh Tracey
https://www.kalimba.co.za
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Historical context and positioning within the range
The kalimba is the modern version of the mbira, an iconic instrument of African traditions. This model follows directly in the heritage of Hugh Tracey, an ethnomusicologist who helped introduce and develop these instruments, and whose kalimbas have been manufactured since 1954 by AMI (African Musical Instrument). The Treble Celeste 17-note is an expressive and precise kalimba, designed for those looking for a reliable, musical instrument that is ready to be amplified thanks to its built-in pickup.
Who is this instrument for?
This kalimba is suitable for beginners as well as intermediate and advanced musicians looking for a pure and inspiring tone. The G Major tuning makes it easy to get started and encourages improvisation, making it ideal for acoustic music, soft pop, cinematic atmospheres, meditation, and vocal accompaniment. With its jack output, it is also an excellent choice for artists who want to integrate the kalimba into a live setup or studio recording.
Technical specifications
| Electroacoustic | Yes | Type | kalimba |
| Number of blades | 17 | Material | Teak |
| Category | kalimba | Color | Brown |
| Tuning | standard in G Major (G Major) | Note | the color of the tines may differ from that shown in the image |
| Adjustable tuning by slightly moving the tines (recommendation | do not adjust by more than a semitone from the main tuning) | Number of tines | 17 |
| Body | Celeste-shaped top in Kiaat (African hardwood) | Microphone / pickup | built-in |
| Construction | handmade and tuned by artisans in South Africa | Output | 6.3 mm jack |
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Questions frequently asked
Can the AMI Hugh Tracey Treble Celeste kalimba be connected to an amplifier?
A pickup is integrated and the connection is made via a 6.3 mm jack output. This setup allows amplification without an external microphone.
What is the tuning of the 17 tines?
The 17 steel tines are tuned to G Major.
Can the tuning of this kalimba be modified?
The tuning can be adjusted by slightly moving the tines, using a tuner. The recommended modification does not exceed a semitone from the main tuning. This limit preserves playing balance and instrument stability.
What sound does the Kiaat wood bring to this kalimba?
The body made of Kiaat, a hard African wood, provides warmth and tonal stability. Combined with the steel tines, it promotes a clear attack and precise note definition.
Is this kalimba suitable for beginners?
This model is suitable for beginners due to its G Major tuning, which facilitates playability and improvisation.
