Tingshaw

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Sound sample is of one strike of first a Medium, then an Om Mani Padme Hum, and finally a Large Tingshaw. Each pair was played by striking one Tingshaw against the edge of the other (see photo at right). To listen again, click on the arrow above.

Available sizes and designs (clockwise from bottom left) :

Large (3 1/8" diameter) $50.00
Medium (2 3/4" dia.) $40.00
Small (2 1/2" dia.) $20.00
Om Mani Padme Hum (2 3/4" dia.) $30.00
Dragon (2 3/4" dia.) $30.00

Traditionally used by Tibetan Buddhists as an offering of sound which helps to dispel the seemingly endless cravings of desire. Used here in the West for meditation, healing work, and as a sound "smudge" to clear negative and attract positive energy .

Bodhisattva Trading Company Tingshaw (also known as tingsha, or dingsha) are made by the living master-makers of Tibetan Bells according to an ancient formula that has been passed down through their families for centuries.

Yangki playing a pair of large tingshaw

The Tingshaw come in matched pairs, held together by a leather cord. Easy to play. . . simply hold by the cord and strike one against the other on their edges.

Produces clear brilliant tones with long sustains. The richness of the sound and the vibrancy of their natural modulations is amazing!

Each pair is personally selected in the Himalayas for their superior sound characteristics.

Included FREE-- our exclusive design Tingshaw Case, made of Tibetan monks' wool and loomed cotton with a Velcro closure. Use it as a handy carrying case or, when opened, as a display pad.