{"product_id":"transparent-kalimba","title":"Transparent Kalimba","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThis Transparent Kalimba is a 17 tine thumb piano fitted with an acrylic soundboard, valued in modern lutherie for its transparency and rigidity.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe body of this Kalimba is decorated with a \u003cstrong\u003eprinted feather pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e and the inscription \"Fluttering in the wind\", visible through the transparency of the soundboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHERE DOES THE TRANSPARENCY OF THIS INSTRUMENT COME FROM, AND WHAT IS ACRYLIC?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe transparency of this Kalimba comes directly from its \u003cstrong\u003eacrylic composition\u003c\/strong\u003e, a high performance plastic material chosen for its \u003cstrong\u003eremarkable optical clarity\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eAcrylic is a rigid, extremely smooth synthetic polymer that, as well as offering this clean aesthetic, has \u003cstrong\u003eunique acoustic properties\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eWhen vibrating, this dense and precise material produces a\u003cstrong\u003e crisp, bright sound\u003c\/strong\u003e, distinct from the deeper warmth of wood. It is therefore the very nature of this component that combines \u003cstrong\u003evisual elegance\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003esonic purity\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT ARE THE ACOUSTIC CHARACTERISTICS OF A FLAT ACRYLIC KALIMBA?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe choice of acrylic radically transforms the sound experience compared to traditional wooden models, offering a \u003cstrong\u003eunique acoustic signature\u003c\/strong\u003e centred on \u003cstrong\u003epurity\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eclarity\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal clear, precise tone\u003c\/strong\u003e: With no internal resonance, the sound is free of low or \"muddy\" frequencies. The output is pure, crisp, and highlights the higher harmonics. It often brings to mind the clarity of a music box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControlled sustain\u003c\/strong\u003e: The sustain is generally shorter and drier than on a body resonated model. This characteristic is a major advantage for fast or complex pieces, as it stops notes from overlapping and creating a \"muddy\" effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntimate projection\u003c\/strong\u003e: Its low acoustic projection limits its reach. It is designed for close up listening. It is the ideal instrument for solo playing, meditation or studio use, where precision takes priority over power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSonic stability\u003c\/strong\u003e: The one piece construction of this instrument makes the sound very consistent across the whole keyboard. There is no \"dead\" zone or unwanted resonance linked to internal air volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBody material: acrylic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eKey material: stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eNumber of notes: 17\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSuitable for children and adults\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eInclusions: premium case, tuning hammer, cleaning cloth, key stickers, sheet music\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSHIPPING \u0026amp; GUARANTEE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFree Shipping Australia Wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDelivery: 8 to 13 Business Days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAll Prices Include GST \u0026amp; Customs - No Hidden Fees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tuning Fork And Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54278029181265,"sku":"14:193#Transparent B","price":108.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1036\/2902\/9713\/files\/transparent_kalimba.webp?v=1783607502","url":"https:\/\/www.tuningforkandco.com\/products\/transparent-kalimba","provider":"Tuning Fork And Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}