Code: T102AB4

This small Thadobati is not strictly part of my collection because it is owned by my wife who enjoys using it at the end of her yoga practice. It is a delicate, small-scale antique Thadobati singing bowl offering an elegant and intimately calming acoustic presence. With its smooth golden bronze surface and soothing Ab4 fundamental, it is a refined instrument designed for gentle, close-listening practices.

Classification & Form

• Type: Antique Thadobati.

• Form Profile: It features the classic straight-walled Thadobati architecture, scaled down into a beautifully compact and deeply approachable form.

Musical Signature & Acoustics

• Fundamental Pitch: Ab4 (420 Hz), providing a calming, bright, and emotionally lifting foundation.

• Harmonic Overtones: A few gentle, subtle harmonics gracefully enrich the fundamental tone without overwhelming the ear.

• Acoustic Presence: This is a notably elegant and quiet instrument that does not project with commanding volume. It yields its most beautiful, pure voice when struck very gently, making it ideal for personal, intimate meditation rather than large group sessions.

Physical Specifications

• Dimensions: 10.2 cm diameter.

• Weight: 221 grams.

• Architecture: Its lightweight 221g mass and diminutive 10.2 cm frame make it highly responsive to the lightest touch of a playing wand.

Patina & Surface Characteristics

• The exterior features a very smooth, luminous golden-bronze patina that feels wonderful to hold.

• The metal remains clean and beautifully preserved, reflecting a long history of careful, respectful handling by its previous caretakers.

• The interior walls softly catch the light, highlighting the gentle, artisanal shaping required to forge such a small vessel.

Archival Notes

• This small Thadobati serves as a gentle reminder that profound acoustic impact is not always about volume or heavy vibration.

• It is a perfect, humble companion for practitioners seeking a subtle, soothing tool for deeply focused sound work.