{"title":"Sound Tools","description":"\u003cp\u003eInstruments for texture and atmosphere alongside bowls and gongs: Koshi Chimes, Rain Pillars, and the Somni Sounds Cálix. Every one is recorded so you can hear it before you buy.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"koshi-chimes-set-of-4-elements-terra-aqua-aria-ignis","title":"Koshi Chimes Set of 4 Elements (Earth\/Water\/Air\/Fire)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic Koshi Chimes\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eEverybody's favorite chime, these authentic Koshi Chimes are handmade in a workshop at the foot of the Pyrenean mountains. Each set of four chimes - Terra, Aqua, Aria, and Ignis - is meticulously crafted, with eight notes welded with silver into the metal plate at the base of the resonance bamboo tube.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs you gently sway them, their soothing acoustics fill the air with pure tones. The chimes are designed to evoke the elements, with each one offering a unique and harmonious scale:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/koshi-chime-terra-earth-element\"\u003eTerra\u003c\/a\u003e (Earth) is tuned to G C E F G C E G\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/koshi-chime-aqua-water-element\"\u003eAqua\u003c\/a\u003e (Water) is tuned to A D F G A D F A (Pentatonic)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/koshi-chime-aria-air-element\"\u003eAria\u003c\/a\u003e (Air) is tuned to A C E A B C E B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/koshi-chime-ignis-fire-element\"\u003eIgnis\u003c\/a\u003e (Fire) is tuned to G B D G B D G A (Pentatonic)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether played together, or one chime at a time, these Koshi Chimes harmonize beautifully. The overtones of the shorter chords gradually dominate and become fundamental, creating a circular, ever-evolving tone range that is both soothing and relaxing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHear each element on its own page, browse the full \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/koshi-chimes\"\u003eKoshi chimes collection\u003c\/a\u003e, or compare all four in \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/news\/which-koshi-chime\"\u003ewhich Koshi chime should you get?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Koshi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49747232588096,"sku":"342421290111","price":179.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0895\/0415\/3920\/files\/Koshi_Main.png?v=1741647819"},{"product_id":"meditation-rain-pillar","title":"Meditation Rain Pillar - Solid Maple Extended Play Rain Stick","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoomful of Relaxation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHandcrafted from solid Maple wood, our custom Rain Pillars send up to 20 minutes of soothing, gentle rain sounds that fill an entire room with a soft, calming ambiance. Perfect for sound baths, meditation, yoga, sound healing, bedtime, or simply unwinding.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a Rain Pillar?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Rain Pillar is a unique twist on a traditional rain stick, offering extended playtime. Simply flip it over like an hourglass to enjoy up to 20 minutes of calming rain sounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBring Surround Sound to your Sound Baths\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe beauty of our Rain Pillars is you can set it and forget it, and continue to play additional sound healing instruments at the same time to create an immersive experience for you and your sound healing clients\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Ideal conditions are typically achieved when all internal components are gathered on one side of the pillar through the act of multiple gentle shakes and the pillar is flipped over with a quick, decisive motion.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso available in \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/meditation-rain-pillar-bamboo-extended-play-rain-stick\"\u003eBamboo\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/meditation-rain-pillar-walnut-extended-play-rain-stick\"\u003eWalnut\u003c\/a\u003e — see all three in the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/rain-pillars\"\u003eRain Pillars collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Raven Sounds","offers":[{"title":"5 Minute Run Time","offer_id":52751415345472,"sku":"RSRP05","price":449.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"11 Minute Run Time","offer_id":49884601778496,"sku":"RSRP11","price":799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 Minute Run Time","offer_id":49884601811264,"sku":"RSRP20","price":899.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0895\/0415\/3920\/files\/RainStick-11minute-1.png?v=1730333154"},{"product_id":"koshi-chime-ignis-fire-element","title":"Koshi Chime Ignis\/Fire Element","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKoshi Chime: Ignis (Fire)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Koshi Chime Ignis, representing the vibrant and transformative element of Fire, offers a warm, dynamic, and uplifting sound. Tuned to a powerful pentatonic scale (G B D G B D G A), its notes resonate with a lively energy, much like the flickering of a flame. This unique chime brings a spark of warmth and passion to its surroundings. Handcrafted in the Pyrenean mountains, the Ignis chime is ideal for moments of inspiration, to ignite creativity, or to add a touch of fiery energy to your space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the four Koshi elements — hear all four in the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/koshi-chimes\"\u003eKoshi chimes collection\u003c\/a\u003e, or get the complete \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/koshi-chimes-set-of-4-elements-terra-aqua-aria-ignis\"\u003eSet of 4\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Koshi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49862238273856,"sku":"KI1","price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0895\/0415\/3920\/files\/koshi-chime.png?v=1737749671"},{"product_id":"koshi-chime-aria-air-element","title":"Koshi Chime Aria\/Air Element","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKoshi Chime: Aria (Air)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Koshi Chime Aria embodies the light and ethereal spirit of the element of Air. Tuned to the scale A C E A B C E B, this chime's delicate and airy tones dance on the breeze, creating a sense of lightness and freedom. Each note is a whisper, a gentle breath of sound that elevates the spirit. 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This beautifully crafted chime, handmade in the Pyrenean mountains, is tuned to a pentatonic scale (A D F G A D F A), mirroring the serene and ever-moving nature of water. Its crystalline, clear notes cascade together, creating a tranquil and refreshing soundscape. 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