Zaphir Chimes are hand crafted by a small team of 15 people in a
workshop located in the Pyrenees in France. The design is similar to
Koshi chimes, but the materials used are very different.
Each instrument has 8 metal rods of different
length, welded with silver into a metal ring at the bottom of the
cylindrical resonance tube. The tube itself is constructed from a mesh
made from thin layers of strong, long fibre celluloid, tightly wound in a
spiral to deliver beautiful acoustic qualities.
After assembly,
the instrument is tuned by hand in order to refine the interaction of
tones and overtones: the effect is delightful. Love Echo tuning: F F# A# C F A# C C#
The marbled effect of the paper outer layer is
created by dropping oil paint on water. The paper is protected with a
layer of Eco varnish. The inside of the cylinder is coated with a
protective layer of Green Label black paint. Most of the materials used
are natural, recyclable and of European origin/standards.
The dimensions of the chime correspond to the Golden Ratio.
Zaphir
chimes are frequently used for meditation, yoga, healing and well
being, education and sound-therapy. They are best placed indoors - near
a doorway, or by a window, where any air movement may create an
unexpected melody. If placed outside, the chime should be under a roof
or porch overhang to keep it dry.
Packaged in a glossy black presentation box.
MeasurementsHeight of cylinder: 12.5 cm (5 inches)
Diameter: 6.5 cm (2.5 inches)
Overall length (from hanging ring to bottom of wind catcher) 40 cm (15.75 inches)
