African mbira, african kalimba, bass mbira in F , thumb piano, musical instrument

African kalimba bass instrument, 24 key, in F tune thumb piano african instrument, made to order, with pick up. Inspired by vintage kalimba bass instrument which is used in cultural mbira bands. It works well in unison with the 24 key dongonda kalimba which is the 2nd from last attached image. You can request customization and buy both instruments at a discounted, special reduced price,


Expertly handmade by Charles Chirikure ,  both a mbira maker and player who has been in the Mbira fraternity for more than 30 years.

History of African  mbira

With its roots from the Southern African region, the mbira, or african kalimba musical instrument is believed to have been in existence for more than a thousand years to this period and more developed in Zimbabwe, particularly among the Shona-speaking people.

Other variations of mbira were made in Zambia such as karimba, mucapata and sansa in Tanzania and kalimbe in central Africa. Now, the African instrument is being produced in European and Asian countries as a thumb piano.

Mbira is more than just an instrument. In Zimbabwe it carries a significant role in the country’s tradition and culture, and carries a traditional musical identity.

It has a soothing sound which makes it great for meditation or just to enjoy its unique sound.