Magadi M17 Cherrywood Kalimba (17 keys, C Major) Magadi M17 Cherry is a premium 17-key kalimba made from solid cherry wood. It offers an exceptionally warm, resonant sound, perfect craftsmanship, and ergonomic design for comfortable hand-holding. Thanks to its standard tuning in C Major, it's an ideal choice for beginners, advanced players, music therapists, and meditative playing. About the Magadi Brand The Magadi brand is among the leading global specialists in modern kalimbas and lamellophones. It stands out for combining traditional acoustic principles with innovative design, precise processing of exclusive tone woods (such as cherry and beech), and top-quality German steel for tone lamellas. Magadi instruments are globally recognized for their pure sound, exceptionally long sustain (tone reverberation), and ergonomic shaping, providing an exceptional experience in music therapy, relaxation, and professional musicianship. Key Features Solid Cherrywood The body of the instrument, made from finely crafted cherry wood, gives the sound a natural depth, long sustain, and a velvety warm acoustic tone with a beautiful wood grain. 17 Precisely Tuned Quality Steel Keys (C Major) Specially shaped steel keys ensure tuning stability and a gentle touch without finger fatigue. The standard range of 17 keys in the diatonic C Major allows for easy interpretation of popular songs and free improvisation. Resonant Body with Natural Acoustics The design with a resonant cavity significantly amplifies the volume and clarity of the tones, while allowing for creating a subtle wah-wah effect by covering the acoustic holes. Ergonomic Shaping for Comfortable Grip Rounded edges and a compact construction ensure that the kalimba fits perfectly into your palms and provides a stable and comfortable touch even during long playing sessions. Technical Specification Parameter Value / Specification Brand Magadi Model M17 Kirsche / Cherry Wood Number of Tones 17 Tuning C Major Body Material Solid Cherry Wood Lamella Material High-grade Spring Steel Surface Finish Smooth Lacquer / Natural Oil Purpose Music Therapy, Relaxation, Concert and Home Playing Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) What sets Magadi kalimbas apart from other brands? Magadi focuses on premium quality craftsmanship, the selection of hard resonant woods, and high precision tuning of steel keys. This results in instruments that produce a pure tone without unwanted buzzing and have a long sustain. Is the Magadi M17 Kalimba suitable for complete beginners? Yes, the tuning in C Major is the most common and very intuitive. No matter which tone you pluck, it sounds harmonious, making playing easy even for people without previous musical experience. Can the Kalimba be retuned if necessary? Yes, using a tuning hammer, you can fine-tune the tones or retune the instrument to another scale by moving the keys forward or backward. The Magadi M17 Cherry is a premium 17-key kalimba made from solid cherry wood. It offers an exceptionally warm, resonant sound, perfect craftsmanship, and ergonomic design for comfortable hand-holding. Thanks to its standard tuning in C Major, it's an ideal choice for beginners, advanced players, music therapists, and meditative playing.