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Traditional Tibetan singing bowls are typically made from a bronze alloy. The Thomann Crystal series offers a modern reinterpretation, using ultra-pure crystalline quartz which preserves the fundamental sonic character of its metal predecessors. A gentle tap or light circular motion produces an airy, sustained tone centred on a precise fundamental, enriched by shimmering harmonic overtones. Moreover, this reimagined design benefits from a specialised manufacturing process, yielding extended sustain and exceptional clarity that surpass many traditional bronze models.
Thomann Crystal Singing Bowls are available in a range of sizes and pitches, each defined by its fundamental note and tuning frequency. Each bowl's designation corresponds to its primary note. This set includes seven bowls tuned to B, A, G, F, E, D, and C, all calibrated to a reference frequency of 432Hz. Bowl diameters range from 6" (B) to 12" (C), reflecting the ascending pitch scale. In addition to their size, the bowls differ in colour, with each bowl featuring a milky frosted exterior that subtly reveals its inner colour.
While crystal bowls can certainly be used in musical settings to evoke a mystical atmosphere, they are most often associated with relaxation, wellness, and meditative practices. These instruments are widely used in sound therapy and are believed to support calm and clarity across mind, body, and spirit. Thomann Crystal Singing Bowls are well suited to therapeutic sound journeys, yoga sessions, or simple relaxation at home. In general, larger bowls produce deeper and more expansive resonance, enhancing the immersive quality of the sound.
In addition to products from more renowned companies, Thomann now also dedicates a large proportion of its range to instruments that bear the store’s own brand name and are manufactured by well-known and long-established companies. These include percussion instruments – from shakers and cajons through to handpans and drums authentically made in Africa – that offer an unbeatable price-performance ratio and are the perfect choice for students, beginners, and many others. These are characterised by features and materials normally found at much higher price points as well as by a thoroughly convincing sound.
To realise their full sonic potential and allow the vibrations to resonate freely, the singing bowls rest on specially designed silicone rings. The set also includes a mallet and a scraper. Two padded bags are provided for safe storage and transport of all seven instruments and their accessories. Each bowl can be played individually or in combination with the others. For an even deeper and more nuanced sound experience, they can be paired with Thomann Wuhan Tam Tam or Tam Gong gongs for truly immersive results.
The Thomann Crystal Singing Bowls are available in two tunings: 440Hz and 432Hz. These refer to the reference pitch "A" from which the rest of the bowl's notes are derived. The 440Hz version aligns with the international concert pitch standard established in 1939, making it easy to integrate with other instruments. The 432Hz model, tuned 8Hz lower, does not align with conventional tunings and is best used solo or with other instruments set to this fundamental. Both versions offer distinct listening experiences depending on user intention and context.