Musical Zaphir Chime Instrument

Zaphir chimes, also known as Shanti chimes, are a truly unique and captivating musical instrument that extends far beyond traditional wind chimes. Handcrafted with precision in France, each chime is produced with exceptional quality and attention to detail. With a gentle touch or circular movement, these chimes create a tranquil atmosphere ideal for relaxation, meditation and adding a touch of harmony to any space.

Their ethereal tones have gained a devoted following among musicians, sound therapists and mindfulness enthusiasts worldwide. Each tuning carries its own unique character and energy, allowing you to explore a wide range of melodies and harmonies on this captivating instrument.

Zaphir Chime Tunings and Seasons

Crystalide — Spring: G A B D A G B D
Color: green
The Crystalide transports you to a realm of tranquility, filling the air with a celestial serenade. Its soothing and ethereal tones resonate with calmness and peace, creating a serene and uplifting atmosphere that captures the essence of nature's awakening.

Sunray — Summer: G# B C# E G# E A C#
Color: yellow
The Sunray is characterized by its vibrant and uplifting melody, capturing the essence of a radiant sunbeam. Its joyful tones create an invigorating atmosphere, infusing your space with positivity, warmth and vitality.

Twilight — Autumn: E G B C E G B C
Color: red
The Twilight creates a magical atmosphere reminiscent of a peaceful dusk. Its enchanting tuning evokes gentle harmonies that blend effortlessly with the wind, bringing a sense of relaxation, depth and grounded serenity to any space.

Blue Moon — Winter: D F A B C E A# C
Color: blue
The Blue Moon produces a celestial melody that echoes the serene glow of a moonlit sky. Its captivating tuning brings tranquility and mystery. This is the deepest tuning of all the Zaphir chimes, creating an atmosphere of stillness and calm perfect for deep meditation and introspection.

Sufi — Intermediary Season: F A D F A G A D
Color: purple
The Sufi evokes a sense of spirituality and introspection, inviting you on a journey of self-discovery and inner peace. Its transcendent sound fills the air with a serene and meditative ambiance, allowing you to connect with your innermost thoughts and find solace in its harmonious tones.

For a complete overview of all Zaphir sound samples and tuning notes, visit our complete sound and notes overview.

We Recommend a Chime Stand for Your Zaphirs

We highly recommend exploring our exclusive chime stands with the Flower of Life design. These stands offer portability, allowing you to place your chimes wherever you desire and adapt to different environments and events, whether at home, in a yoga studio or at an outdoor gathering.

For sound healers, Reiki masters and yoga studios, our rotating stand that holds all four or five Zaphir chimes is a must-have. Simply turn the upper disc like a carousel to select the chime you want to play while the others wait in place. The stand is made from solid beech wood with stainless steel fittings and screws, easy to assemble and disassemble. Our exclusive Flower of Life stands are meticulously crafted by skilled artisan wood turners in Germany.

If you order the Zaphir set together with the stand, you can also save on the combination.

Zaphir Chimes with Other Instruments

Zaphir chimes complement a wide variety of musical instruments beautifully. Here are some of the best combinations to explore:

Singing bowls: The resonating tones of singing bowls blend harmoniously with the delicate vibrations of Zaphir chimes, resulting in a tranquil and transcendent soundscape.

Guitar: The warm, rich sound of a guitar provides a harmonious foundation for the enchanting melodies of Zaphir chimes, producing a serene and melodic fusion.

Handpan drum: Similar to the hang drum, the handpan produces melodic and atmospheric sounds that resonate beautifully with the mystical vibrations of Zaphir chimes, creating an ambient and introspective atmosphere.

Shamanic drum: The rhythmic beats and primal vibrations of a shamanic drum can create a deeply meditative state when combined with the ethereal melodies of Zaphir chimes, facilitating spiritual journeys and inner exploration.

Allow yourself to explore and discover the harmonies and textures that arise when combining different instruments. Trust your ear and intuition to guide you in creating a captivating musical arrangement that resonates deeply with you.

We always say — go with your gut.