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Bell metal has a particular quality to it: denser and more resonant than brass, with a tone that builds as the rim vibrates and lingers longer than you might expect. At 15 cm across and 750 g, this bowl sits with real presence in the palm, substantial enough to feel grounded, light enough to hold comfortably through a long sitting.
Singing Bowl Bell Metal Handmade 15cm 750g
Singing Bowl Bell Metal Handmade 15cm 750g is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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What it is
A handmade bell metal singing bowl of copper and tin, with a shining finish. Its struck tone is A5 at 880 Hz and its singing tone is D4 at 293 Hz.
Why people choose it
- Made by hand Handmade in India.
- 15 cm across About 750 g.
- Two ways to play Strike it, or make it sing.
How to use it
- 1
Rest it flat on your palm or a cushion
- 2
Strike the rim once, lightly
- 3
Circle the outer rim slowly with the wooden side of the striker
Care: Keep dry, soft cloth. Brass darkens to a patina. Dents change the sound.
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★★★★★ B.T.This bowl packs a punch
I bought this for my wife for Christmas & she really loves it. It was claimed it had a "great sound". It does. "Plays easily" - it does. At first I was worried that it would be too small, but it actually fits on her fingers well. I bought this after reading the reviews and was not disappointed. I…
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★★★★★ G.Beautiful bell, beautiful sound. Perfect!
It was the perfect size I was looking for, it's easy to transport but it has the right weight. The sound is fantastic. It came with a small sheet with instructions which will prove very useful if you've never used one. I use mine daily to purify/energise crystals and for Reiki practice. It looks…
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★★★★★ J.Fantastic long sound and vibration
Long sound and vibration when rubbing the rubber mallet in a clockwise direction around the rim of the bowl. You don't even have to tap the bowl first to get the sound, just use the mallet and circle clockwise. Starts low then gets loud, you control how long and loud you want it to be. Perfect…
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★★★★★ S.Great purchase
Am really pleased with this striker. Perfect size for my hand. Perfect shape for me and makes the sound much better than just the plain wooden strikers I have. Arrived a good week earlier than I expected it to also so that was a bonus. All in all very pleased with my purchase.
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★★★★★ R.D.Well packed and beautiful sound
Beautiful, I'm absolutely in love with it, the sound is really good and the design is beautiful, well packed and fast delivery, I highly recommend it comes with the cushion as well, I really love it soo soo much.
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★★★★★ D.S.Beautiful
I absolutely love my singing bowl, although haven't quite mastered how to play it yet! The craftsmanship is beautiful and the sound (when I do get it going) literally sends shivers up my spine! Love it.
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★★★★★ D.
I found the singing bowl fantastic just need to lightly touch it and the sound was, all I can say is that it sung to my heart value for money I used in a class and they all felt the vibration
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★★★★★ J.B.Amazing singing bowels
These bowels are amazing and a steal at the price, I have been playing singing bowels a while now and these ones sound really impressive, the size is great too, well impressed
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★★★★★ T.Just as advertised - only better!!
Looks great and was a Perfect gift. Three items. The cushion it sits on, the mallet to play it, and the actual bowl. Lovely sound and a very happy recipient.
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★★★★★ J.M.Feels and works well
Great little 'mallet'. I replaced the original wooden one which came with my bowl with this one.. such a difference.. Great sound. Good purchase..
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★★★★★ A.Great gift
Shame it didn't come with instructions or a pouch but loved the bowl and its tone. Gifted to family and friends. They all loved the bowl.
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★★★★★ J.
Perfect purchase for gifting complete in attractive box. Sound quality very good. The complete sets are great value too.
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About this product
The bowl itself
The alloy is a traditional copper and tin blend, the same combination used in Himalayan metalwork for centuries because of the complexity it lends to the sound. The finish shows the character of worked metal rather than a polished machine surface, and the wall thickness at this diameter gives the tone both depth and a satisfying sustain before it fades.
Sound and playing
- Struck once at the rim, the note opens clearly and carries, the weight of the bowl keeps it steady without needing to be held down.
- For the sustained singing tone, run a wooden striker slowly around the outer rim with even pressure; the vibration builds gradually, so patience matters more than speed.
- At 15 cm, the pitch sits in a mid-to-lower register, warmer and fuller than a smaller bowl, without the deep rumble of the very large sizes.
- The copper-tin alloy tends to produce richer harmonic overtones than a single-metal bowl, so the sound has layers rather than a single flat note.
Craft and origin
Made in India from bell metal, an alloy of copper and tin that has been cast and worked for musical instruments and ritual vessels across South and South-East Asia for well over a thousand years. The proportions of the alloy affect both the colour of the metal and the character of the tone; a higher tin content brightens the sound and gives the surface a slightly warmer, golden hue. Singing bowls in this tradition are used in Himalayan Buddhist practice to mark the opening and close of meditation, the struck tone drawing attention inward and the fade signalling a return.
Practical use
Rest the bowl on a flat palm or a small cushion, contact with a hard surface dampens the vibration. For a struck tone, use the padded end of a mallet; for the singing technique, use the wooden shaft and keep the pressure steady and the movement slow. A wooden or suede-tipped striker works best; metal will damage the rim over time.
Care
Wipe with a dry cloth after use. Bell metal responds to moisture over time, so keep it away from damp storage. If the surface dulls, a gentle buff with a soft dry cloth brings the warmth back; avoid abrasive cleaners, which will scratch the finish and affect the tone.
Size and details
15 cm in diameter, 750 g. Made from a copper and tin bell metal alloy. Origin: India.