These days, I need to be washed away by a tidal wave of calming sounds and vibrations to really focus and unwind during my meditation [1] sessions.
I've relied on virtual sound baths [2] to get the job done while away from my studio — but the longer I see myself staying home, the more my online shopping carts fill up with chimes, singing bowls, and drums.
Ahead, you'll find the soothing instruments I'm browsing to build my at-home meditation [3] practice — may they bring you rejuvenating peace, too.
Silent Mind Tibetan Singing Bowl Set
Handmade by artisans in the Himalayan foothills, this Tibetan Singing Bowl Set [5] ($36, originally $46) is etched — not painted! It comes with a dual-surface mallet made of Himalayan wood and suede, along with a hand-sewn nondampening silk cushion that keeps the bowl steady while in use.
Woodstock Chimes
The sound of this Woodstock Chime [6] ($22) — which is crafted from ash wood with a cherry finish and silver-polished aluminium — is used to calm and refocuses your practice, the brand says.
Tingsha Cymbals Tibetan Lucky Symbol Embossed Meditation Yoga Bell Chimes
According to this retailer, these Tingsha Cymbals Tibetan Bell Chimes [7] ($25) are made from a blend of seven metals that produce harmonic overtones. Its ringing sound — which is supposed to clear the negative energy and rebalance a space — should last for 30-60 seconds per stroke. And if you're social distancing with a fellow meditation-lover, might I suggest having them sound these chimes over your head mid-session for maximised relaxation and clarity.
OcarinaWind 5.5 inches C Major Steel Tongue Drum Black 8-Notes Drum
This Steel Tongue 8=Note Drum [8] ($47) is said to relieve stress and promote relaxing and peaceful energy thanks to eight tongues that can be played with a mallet or your fingers.
Pineal Chakra Crystal Singing Bowl
You may have to splurge for this Crystal Singing Bowl [9] ($105), but the brand notes that the purple beauty is made with high-quality pure quartz. Plus, it comes with a scratch-proof suede texture singing bowl bag, a cowhide mallet suede striker, and an O-ring, which acts as a stable base for the bowl.
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[1] https://www.popsugar.co.uk/fitness/reconnect-with-nature-with-this-outdoor-meditation-47380537
[2] https://www.popsugar.co.uk/fitness/virtual-sound-bath-classes-made-meditating-at-home-breeze-47338026
[3] https://www.popsugar.co.uk/fitness/meditation-classes-taught-me-power-mindfulness-47118626
[4] https://www.popsugar.co.uk/fitness/find-peace-at-home-with-this-10-minute-guided-meditation-47327531
[5] https://www.amazon.com/Silent-Mind-Tibetan-Meditation-Mindfulness/dp/B00XEV4WYM/ref=sxin_7_ac_d_rm?ac_md=1-1-dGliZXRhbiBzaW5naW5nIGJvd2xz-ac_d_rm&cv_ct_cx=crystal+singing+bowls&dchild=1&keywords=crystal+singing+bowls&pd_rd_i=B00XEV4WYM&pd_rd_r=15ee11dc-ba8a-4c72-8579-7f48dac2f2fa&pd_rd_w=dLkK3&pd_rd_wg=tHi5d&pf_rd_p=e3dc9e0c-9eab-4c3e-b43a-ba36f8522e14&pf_rd_r=7ZV58Z06KKC15NP6KHKD&psc=1&qid=1594322974&sr=1-2-12d4272d-8adb-4121-8624-135149aa9081&tag=popsugarshopx-20&asc_source=none&asc_campaign=none&asc_refurl=www.popsugar.co.uk/fitness/products-to-add-to-your-home-sound-bath-meditation-47609349/print&ascsubtag=___psv__p_47609349__t_w__d_d_
[6] https://www.amazon.com/Woodstock-Zenergy-Eastern-Energies-Collection/dp/B0000775G0?ref_=fsclp_pl_dp_6&tag=popsugarshopx-20&asc_source=none&asc_campaign=none&asc_refurl=www.popsugar.co.uk/fitness/products-to-add-to-your-home-sound-bath-meditation-47609349/print&ascsubtag=___psv__p_47609349__t_w__d_d_
[7] https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0741LFWLW/ref=sspa_dk_detail_1?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B0741LFWLW&pd_rd_w=elmNw&pf_rd_p=48d372c1-f7e1-4b8b-9d02-4bd86f5158c5&pd_rd_wg=xJTYf&pf_rd_r=974CSDGN15WGRJ5W7CS6&pd_rd_r=fb968228-14eb-4ecc-a558-e682b2df76cb&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFZQTdGNFk1QlROSVcmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTA4Mzc2MjIyU0NOSzlJNjRENkU0JmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA0MzQ4NzkxSzFERjZSNzhZMFpLJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfZGV0YWlsJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==&tag=popsugarshopx-20&asc_source=none&asc_campaign=none&asc_refurl=www.popsugar.co.uk/fitness/products-to-add-to-your-home-sound-bath-meditation-47609349/print&ascsubtag=___psv__p_47609349__t_w__d_d_
[8] https://www.amazon.com/OcarinaWind-Mallets-Beautifully-finished-peaceful/dp/B07QZHN57N/ref=sr_1_39?crid=2IMI2RMBTUUZ0&dchild=1&keywords=sound+meditation+instruments&qid=1594325858&s=musical-instruments&sprefix=sound+meditation,mi,162&sr=1-39&tag=popsugarshopx-20&asc_source=none&asc_campaign=none&asc_refurl=www.popsugar.co.uk/fitness/products-to-add-to-your-home-sound-bath-meditation-47609349/print&ascsubtag=___psv__p_47609349__t_w__d_d_
[9] https://www.amazon.com/TOPFUND-Singing-Crystal-Pineal-Included/dp/B00JVI24OM/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?crid=10YM1OBZH931L&dchild=1&keywords=crystal+bowl&qid=1594325186&sprefix=crystal+Bowl,aps,172&sr=8-2-spons&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUE5T0s2QTc2SjdOU1kmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTA4MDk3OTczNlE3UkoxNFlRN0pIJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA1OTcxNTQySUsxS0RMODhGNzRXJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ&th=1&tag=popsugarshopx-20&asc_source=none&asc_campaign=none&asc_refurl=www.popsugar.co.uk/fitness/products-to-add-to-your-home-sound-bath-meditation-47609349/print&ascsubtag=___psv__p_47609349__t_w__d_d_
