{"product_id":"sonic-energy-sonic-energy-sound-hole-kalimba-17-notes-maple-and-acacia-342230","title":"SONIC ENERGY SOUND HOLE KALIMBA 17 NOTES MAPLE AND ACACIA - KL1706H","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHistorical context and positioning within the range\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe kalimba (often called \"thumb piano\") has established itself as an accessible and expressive melodic percussion instrument, equally comfortable in composition and musical relaxation. This \u003cstrong\u003eMeinl Sonic Energy Sound Hole\u003c\/strong\u003e version emphasizes careful craftsmanship and a warm acoustic response thanks to its resonance body and sound hole, positioning it as a \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-quality\u003c\/strong\u003e instrument designed for regular use, both in the studio and daily life.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho this instrument is for\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis kalimba is primarily aimed at \u003cstrong\u003ebeginners\u003c\/strong\u003e who want an intuitive instrument, but also at \u003cstrong\u003eintermediate musicians\u003c\/strong\u003e looking for a reliable 17-note kalimba to record, arrange, or enrich an acoustic set. The \u003cstrong\u003eC major scale\u003c\/strong\u003e facilitates improvisation and playing \"by ear,\" which is perfect for \u003cstrong\u003efolk\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003epop\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eworld\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003emeditation\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003esound design\u003c\/strong\u003e atmospheres, and soft accompaniments (voice, guitar, piano, light percussion). It is also very suitable for musical awakening and relaxation practices, thanks to its enveloping sound and immediate playability.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures and innovations\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith its \u003cstrong\u003e17 notes\u003c\/strong\u003e tuned in \u003cstrong\u003eC major\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Meinl Sonic Energy kalimba is designed to produce a \u003cstrong\u003eharmonious sound sequence\u003c\/strong\u003e: the notes naturally complement each other, helping to build coherent melodic patterns even without knowledge of music theory. The \u003cstrong\u003etraditional sound hole\u003c\/strong\u003e is not just an aesthetic detail: it enhances the role of the resonance body by promoting a sense of depth, with longer note sustain, highly appreciated for slow arpeggios and melodic pads. Finally, providing a \u003cstrong\u003etuning hammer\u003c\/strong\u003e is a real advantage to adapt the instrument to your playing (or correct slight variations caused by transport, humidity, or time).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSound characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe choice of wood species directly influences the instrument's sonic personality. \u003cstrong\u003eMaple\u003c\/strong\u003e is known for its rather \u003cstrong\u003eclear\u003c\/strong\u003e and readable response, with well-defined attacks: ideal for making each note stand out clearly, especially in recordings or when playing fast patterns. \u003cstrong\u003eAcacia\u003c\/strong\u003e, on the other hand, adds a warmer and more organic dimension, with a pleasant coloration in the midrange, enhancing the sense of musicality and softness.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe presence of a \u003cstrong\u003ehollowed resonance body\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003esound hole\u003c\/strong\u003e promotes \u003cstrong\u003ewarmer\u003c\/strong\u003e sounds and longer \u003cstrong\u003esustain\u003c\/strong\u003e. Practically, this allows the notes to breathe, achieving smoother transitions between thumb strikes, and exploring a more expressive playing style (dynamics, slow pulse, airy accompaniments). This sound signature is particularly suited to calm atmospheres, song introductions, and anything requiring natural resonance without harshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:2rem\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"flex:1 1 300px;width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of blades\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e17\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003ekalimba\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003ekalimba\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"flex:1 1 300px;width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003emaple\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccessories included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eTuning key, Case, Cover\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eBrown\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:2rem\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e17\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eC major\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMusical behavior\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eharmonious sound sequence (complementary notes, intuitive play)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003ehollowed resonance body\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWoods\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003ehigh-quality maple and acacia\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpening\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003etraditional sound hole\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003ewarmer sounds\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSustain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003elonger thanks to the sound hole and resonance body\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sonic Energy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54356584235283,"sku":"342230","price":73.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/0872\/6803\/files\/623f20f2f392f663791718151e3903f6261e4657_MEINL_KL1706H.jpg?v=1787590994","url":"https:\/\/woodbrass.shop\/products\/sonic-energy-sonic-energy-sound-hole-kalimba-17-notes-maple-and-acacia-kl1706h-342230","provider":"Woodbrass.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}