A singing bowl is a metal bowl that rings when you strike it or run a mallet around its rim. For a first bowl, choose a palm-sized or small set, usually 8 to 11 cm, which is easy to hold and affordable. Strike it gently, then circle the rim slowly. Bowls are used for meditation and relaxation, not as a medical treatment.
Sizes and materials
Small bowls are easier to hold and ring clearly. Our range runs from palm-sized bowls to larger ones. The Handmade Tibetan Singing Bowl Set spans 8.5 cm to 17.5 cm. The Tibetan Singing Bowl Set, Handmade is made in Nepal from golden bronze in sizes from 8 to 10.5 cm. The Meditation Chime set is hand-hammered golden bronze by Nepalese artisans in sizes from 7 to 11 cm. Browse them all in the singing bowl collection.
A compact first bowl
If you want something light enough to travel, the 8 cm Tibetan Singing Bowl with Stick pairs a palm-sized metal bowl with a wooden striker and weighs about 230 g. The Nepal Tibetan Singing Bowl Meditation Set is a palm-sized kit of about 8 by 4 cm in a copper and metal blend. The Sacred Chakra kit is a copper bowl etched with symbols the supplier describes as Buddhist.
Offering bowls
The Mini Gold Tibetan Brass Meditation Bowl is a solid brass offering bowl in 7 cm or 8.8 cm, hand-engraved with Tibetan motifs. An offering bowl is a ritual vessel. Check the product page to see how it is meant to be used.
How to play a singing bowl
- Rest the bowl on the flat palm of your hand or on a cushion, with your fingers spread so they do not touch the sides.
- Strike the outside of the rim gently with the striker, and listen as the tone rings.
- To make it sing, press the striker lightly against the outside of the rim and circle it slowly and evenly.
- Keep a steady pace, and add a little pressure if the tone is faint.
- Let the sound fade before you stop.
Caring for a bowl
Wipe it with a soft dry cloth. Avoid dropping it, and do not use metal polish on a hand-engraved bowl. Store it on a cushion or in a cloth so it does not scratch.
What to expect
Singing bowls are used in meditation and relaxation practice for their sound. We make no health claims for them. If you are choosing a calming routine, you might also like our incense guide for beginners. This guide describes traditional and personal practices for reflection and enjoyment. It is not a substitute for professional medical, legal or financial advice, and it makes no promise about outcomes.
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Frequently asked questions
What size singing bowl should I buy first?
A palm-sized bowl of 8 to 11 cm is easiest to hold, play and afford.
How do you make a singing bowl sing?
Rest it on your palm, press the striker lightly against the outside of the rim and circle it slowly and evenly.
Are singing bowls a medical treatment?
No. They are used for meditation and relaxation, and we make no health claims for them.
How do I clean a singing bowl?
Wipe it with a soft dry cloth, and avoid metal polish on hand-engraved bowls.
This guide is general information about fragrance, aromatherapy and home use. It is not medical advice.
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