Explore the magical Zaphir Chimes!

Where do Zaphir Chimes come from? Montjoie en Couserans, France

About Zaphir Chimes - Well known for over 30 years, these chimes are appreciated for their quality, their crystal-clear sound and their glowing colours. They are totally heartmade in their workshops.

Each instrument has 8 metal cords of different lengths, welded with silver into a metal ring. Upon assembly, the cords are again carefully tuned to refine the interaction of tones and overtones into a continuous flow of harmonies. The proportions of the resonance-tube coincides with the ‘Golden Ratio’ principles of Da Vinci, thus assuring optimal sound and resonance.

Thin crushed and pressed layers of long fiber celluloid board calendered create the perfect acoustic qualities for the warm timbre and crystalline sounds Zaphir Chimes are known for.

Most of the materials used are natural, recyclable and of EEG origin / standards. The protective layers of varnish, and paint of the resonance-tube are ecological. The wooden parts are wax coated.

The chimes come in 5 tunings: Crystalide – G A B D A G B D  (spring) / Sunray – G#B C#E G#E A C#  (summer) /

Twilight – E G B C E G B C  (autumn) / Sufi – F A D F A G A D  (intermediate) / Blue Moon – D F A B C E A#C  (winter)

Pricing: $60 + tax

Note: Our website does not fully reflect our store inventory, please email ahead of time to insure that the instrument you are looking for is in stock.