Q1: How to tune the thumb piano?
A1: Each kalimba’s tone has been tuned accurately before delivered so it is not necessary to tune in the beginning. If the tone is inaccurate in the later use, you can use the tuning hammer and auxiliary APP to tune it.
Q2: Can I learn thumb piano without any music foundation?
A2: YES. Kalimba is an introductory instrument that is suitable for beginners to learn and play, no special fingering or any musical foundation required. It can be played by pressing the corresponding keys which has been engraved with notes and number on each tine.
Q3: Why the highest keys have very little tone or resonance?
A3: In fact, the high keys of all musical instruments, not just the thumb piano, have very short sustained sound, including piano, harp, ukulele and guitar. This is a normal phenomenon because sound is produced by vibrating.
Q4: Is every thumb the same color?
A4: The color of the wood is determined by the natural properties of the tree. In the same environment, the height of the trees is different and the intensity of photosynthesis is different in different parts and in the sunlight. Trees will take on different colors because of the different growing environment, climate and geographical conditions. Just like the difference of people’s skin color.
Q5: In daily use, how should I maintain it to make the kalimba look new?
A5: After playing, it should be placed into the case in time. Avoid placing it in the environment that is too dry or exposed to the sun for a long time. After each play, you can use the cleaning cloth to clean fingerprints and sweat from the keys to effectively prevent oxidation of the keys.