Large Singing Bowls: A (La)

The typical styles of singing bowls in this category include Jambati, Ultabati, and Manipuri. Usually, large singing bowls, measuring 9-14 inches / 23-35.5 cm in diameter, cover the higher notes of the second octave (G, G#, A, A#, and B / Sol, Sol#, La, La#, and Ti) and can sound as high as F / Fa of the third octave.

Large Tibetan singing bowl produces the deepest, low sounds, often having a grounding effect that can bring listeners to a state of peace almost instantly. Depending on their physical properties, some large singing bowls produce more high-pitched sounds, offering a fuller range of tones.

Low-toned large singing bowl, with slow pulsations, is perfect for private sound healing sessions, meditation, relaxation, and vibroacoustic massages. High-pitched large singing bowl fill the space with a clear sound, making it an excellent instrument for group sound journeys (sound baths) as well as private sound healing work.

The pitch of a singing bowl is determined by its size, the thickness of its metal, and the extra tension created through a shaped edge or rim. Thinner large singing bowl, with relatively consistent wall thickness, produce a low, roaring sound. This type is not as rare as the large Tibetan singing bowl with a shaped lip, which adds a prominent high voice to the low fundamental tone of the instrument.

The large singing bowls in our antique catalog range from 9 to 14 inches in diameter. Modern singing bowls can be as large as 34-36 inches in diameter, and the weight of such a giant Tibetan singing bowl can range from 10 to 30 pounds.

When placing a large singing bowl on a hard surface, use a cushion or a piece of soft cloth to protect it. A rubberized shelf liner can also be used between the cushion and the bowl to prevent it from sliding around.

Locating a high-quality, large Tibetan singing bowl has become a challenging endeavor, primarily because many bowls of this size are often found damaged.