The spherical melodies of the Koshi and Zaphir chimes are
legendary and have been among our bestsellers for years. As
high-quality musical instruments they spread their magic in house
and garden and enrich every meditation or yoga class. Even with
each other the chines sound very harmonious, because they are tuned
to each other. The popularity of the chimes made in France is
certainly due to their beautiful sound and the many different
uses.
Koshi chimes
These chimes are available in the melodies of the 4 elements
Terra (earth), Aria (air), Aqua (water) and Ignis
(fire). Their tubular sound body is made of several thin
layers of bamboo veneer. This natural material has been used in the
past for the construction of musical instruments (e.g. the famous
Asian bamboo flute). It is ideal for this purpose because bamboo is
a very hard wood with high elasticity and lightness.
Zaphir chimes
The Zaphir
chimes in the original Shanti design are available in a wide
range of 20 colours. Thanks to the special marbling technique, all
chimes are unique. An outer, water-repellent wax layer over the
colour provides sufficient protection so that the shantis are also
suitable for protected outdoor areas. The zaphir chimes are
available in melodies of the 4 seasons and Sufi: Crystalide
(spring), Sunray (summer), Sufi, Twilight (autumn) and Blue Moon
(winter).
Accompaniment of meditations and calming of children &
animals
The gentle sound of Koshi and Zaphir are ideal for accompanying
meditation or relaxation exercises. They are an excellent
alternative to the singing bowl. The delicate, angelic melody
either gently tunes in to the silent phase or ends it. Small
children love these gentle sounds. Even babies listen to them
intensively and can be very well soothed by their sound. Chimes are
therefore popular gifts for birth or baptism. Hanging over the cot
or on the changing table, their beautiful melodies stimulate the
brain and promote early childhood development.
It has been proven that sounds have a calming effect on animals.
For example, cows give more milk with soft music, dogs bark less
and cats relax faster. The gentle sounds have a particularly good
effect on nervous or frightened animals.
Chimes in house and garden & high quality musical
instrument
Every day a chime brings a piece of joy into house and garden
with its beautiful sounds. Just a light breeze or a gentle tap is
enough. As the chimes are not weatherproof, they should only be
hung outside in summer and protected from rain.
Koshi and Zaphir are high-quality musical instruments that
have been tuned to a specific tone sequence. Since no previous
knowledge is required for playing them and they produce wonderful
sounds at the same time, they are ideal for making music together
in kindergarten or school. The simple play supports the children's
joy of music. The coloured zaphir chimes are especially popular
with children.
How the sound is created
The sound is produced by a vibrating clapper which touches bars
of different lengths when the sound is moved. These are arranged in
a sound-specific way in each model and produce a characteristic
melody. The elongated shape of the sounding body is typical for the
chime, which has very good sound characteristics.
The melodies and meaning of the Koshi chimes:
Aria - air - tone sequence A-C-E-A-B-C-E-B
Breath is life. At the same time, air can blow away what is harmful
to the body and provide internal and external cleaning. The sound
play Aria promotes mental clarity, lightness and communication, but
also letting go and relaxation.
Aqua - Water - Sound sequence
A-D-F-G-A-D-F-A
Water is life. We cannot be without water. It is a flowing energy
that symbolises both the emotional and spiritual level. The sound
play Aqua promotes the expression of feelings, empathy and
adaptability.
Ignis - Fire - Sound sequence -
G-B-D-G-D-G-A
The element fire is the energy that makes life colourful and
exciting. Fire stands for light, heat, energy and vitality. The
sound play Ignis strengthens creativity and vitality.
Terra - earth - tone sequence -
G-C-E-F-G-C-E-G
The element earth refers to all solid materials such as stones,
wood or metal and stands for stability and security, but also for
fertility and growth. The sound play Terra supports endurance and
patience, but also the sense of reality.
The melodies and meaning of the zaphir sounds:
CRYSTALIDE - spring - tone sequence G A B D A G
B D
In Feng Shui, spring corresponds to the element wood. Nature begins
to sprout and the first green appears. The assigned colours are
therefore all shades of green and turquoise. The cardinal point is
the east. The sound of a Crystalide promotes family health and
prosperity.
SUNRAY - Summer - Sound sequence G#B C#E G#E A
C#
Summer corresponds to the element of fire. In nature, intense light
and expressive colours prevail. The colours assigned to them are
therefore all strong colours, especially all shades of red and
violet. The cardinal point for this season is the south. The sound
of a sunray supports fame and prestige.
SUFI - late summer - tone sequence F A D F A G
A D
Sufi corresponds to the element earth and stands for the transition
between the two seasons summer and autumn - late summer. The heat
and light intensity gradually diminishes and the colours become
paler. The assigned colours are therefore all shades of yellow and
orange. The cardinal points for this season are the northeast,
southwest and the middle. The Sufi sound has a positive effect on
partnership and relationship, but also on learning and
knowledge.
TWILIGHT - autumn - tone sequence E G B C E G B
C
Autumn corresponds to the element metal. It is slowly getting
darker again outside and nature is turning into natural brown
tones. The associated colours are grey, white and other pastel
shades as well as the metal colours copper orange and bronze. The
cardinal points for this season are the west and northwest. The
Twilight sound encourages creativity and the support of helpful
people.
BLUE MOON - Winter - Sound sequence D F A B C E
A#C
Winter corresponds to the element water. It is dark early and the
bright colours have completely disappeared, only a bluish winter
light remains. The assigned colours are therefore blue and black.
The compass direction for this season is the north. According to
Feng Shui, the sound of Blue Moon promotes the career.
Feng Shui and Chimes
Chimes are very popular in Feng Shui. They can be used to direct
energies and strengthen areas of life. Each of the 4 Koshis stands
for an energy of the elements: fire, earth, water, air. Since these
are not always balanced in life, it is good to strengthen or
balance the weaker elements. Which energy of an element is needed,
you usually feel yourself.
Zaphir chimes also correspond with their sounds to the elements
in Feng Shui: Crystalide - spring - wood, Sunray - summer - fire,
Sufi - late summer - earth, Twilight - autumn - metal, Blue Moon -
winter - water. By taking colour and direction into account, the
chimes can unfold their optimal effect. A green Crystalide in the
east of the flat, for example, is very good for health and
prosperity. A blue Blue Moon in the north of the room strengthens
the energy of the career.
Accessories for Koshi and Zaphir
We have developed exclusive gift packaging for both Chimes. The
Koshi chimes can be packed in noble black
gift
boxes, which pick up the colours of the elements fire, water,
earth and air. The white
gift
boxes for the Zaphir chimes are decorated all around with
flowers in the colours of the chimes. This makes them a perfect and
high-quality gift or transport. An insert with information about
the chimes completes the gift.
We also exclusively offer stands for Zaphir and Koshi - all made of
local beech wood. This means that the chimes can be placed
wherever you want - regardless of the existing hanging options. For
single chimes there are the models
Tipi and
Pisa,
for 3-5 Koshis or Zaphirs the
Carousel is the best choice.
Saving money with Sets
If you want to buy more than one Koshi or Zaphir, our
inexpensive economy sets are a good choice. There are 2-5 chimes in
a set or even together with a stand such as tipi, pisa or the
carousel. The composition of the sets can be completely free as
desired. Popular are for example the Invalid link or the 5er-Set-Zaphir-Klangspiele.
You would like to offer Koshi or Zaphir as a reseller? Contact us
and send us your trade licence.