Search
Close this search box.

Hugh Tracey African Karimba + PU

$200.00

The two rows of tines on the Karimba are laid out in a centuries-old traditional African system that makes beautiful African melodies pop out easily. This model has an electronic pickup.

In stock

If you don't select, we'll ship "African A Tuning".  You can learn more about the alternative tunings on the karimba tuning page.
This tiny hammer will help you achieve more accurate tine tuning, and will elminate finger pain from tuning "by hand". A win-win for sure.
Product total
Options total
Grand total
SKU: KARIMBA+P CATEGORIES: , ,

15 YEARS

in Business

100% MONEY BACK

Exchange for a Different Kalimba

30 DAYS

Satisfaction Guarantee

Description

What could be better than the African tuned karimba playing traditional songs? Try plugging it in and turning it up.

The karimba is similar to the mbira from Zimbabwe. It has 17 tines organized in two rows, but at first glance the organization isn’t logical. However, as you begin to learn how to play this instrument, you will discover its inherent logic, which especially lends itself to a traditional African sound.

Andrew Tracey says that this is closely related to THE ORIGINAL metal-tined kalimba from 1300 years ago.

Listen to these sound clips:

Karimba in African A + PU

Karimba in A Minor + PU

There are numerous books and instructional downloads available for the Karimba. Learn more about the African-tuned Karimba in the “How to Play” pages.

Additional information

Weight 1.2 lbs
Dimensions 5.5 × 8 × 1.9 in

Video

 


G minor retuning of trad. African layout.


Yekermo Sew, G minor retuning of trad. African layout.

Mark Holdaway

Mark Holdaway

Mark Holdaway has been playing kalimba for over 30 years. He invented his kalimba tablature in 2004, and has been writing books and instructional materials for kalimba ever since. His business, Kalimba Magic, is based on the simple proposition that the kalimba is a real musical instrument capable of greatness. See answered questions.

Related Products

Related products

Use of this website constitutes acceptance of the Privacy Policy and User Agreement. Copyright © 2020 Kalimba Magic. All Rights Reserved.