Product Description

This chime is tuned to the enchanting sounds of the theme from a work by the great Japanese composer,Toru Takemitsu. Commissioned to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Carnegie Hall, "from me flows what you call time" is infused with the symbolism of T

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #749 in Lawn & Patio
• Brand: Woodstock Percussion
• Model: TPCBR
• Dimensions: 25.50" h x 5.25" w x 5.25" l, 1.10 pounds

Features

• Precision tuned using a sophisticated digital analysis
• Lifetime tuning guarantee
• Handcrafted in the USA and weather protected
• Use only non-endangered North American hardwoods
• Measures 5-1/4 inches by 5-1/4 inches by 25-1/2 inches

Amazon.com Review
The sounds of nature are sweet, but the music of chirping birds, chattering squirrels, and rustling leaves is even sweeter when accompanied by Woodstock's Tibetan-influenced, tenor computer-tuned wind chimes. These silver chimes play notes inspired by the work of famous Japanese composer Toru Takemitsu. "From Me Flows What You Call Time" is a musical score infused with the symbolism of Tibetan Buddhism. Company founder Garry Kvistad has developed an advanced method of tuning used on every Woodstock chime: each tube is analyzed digitally with a microphone under the tube measuring the frequency, and cutters are instructed to remove just the right amount of material to produce the most precise tuning possible. The result is a purer, more harmonious sound. All Woodstock wind chimes are made in the USA from nonendangered hardwoods treated to endure season after season of outdoor use. Woodstock prides itself on being a socially responsible company, explaining that "through the sale of our chimes we proudly support the arts, as well as many environmental and humanitarian causes." Add a hint of Tibetan mystery to your yard or garden while contributing to the harmony of the earth. --Ariel Meadow Stallings

Customer Reviews

Great sound... but......
it rarely chimes... that is, unless there is a gale force wind. The sound is beautiful, and has wonderful rich tones that resonates long after the chime has been struck. My only complaint is the frequency of the "chiming". Light, even moderate winds barely get the clapper into motion, and unless its a very windy day, or before a storm (which you dont want to be outside anyhow) it rarely makes it voice heard.

Deeper tones than the usual chime.
I bought this chime for my sister's new house. She loves it, and to me it makes a more calming sound than most wind chimes do. I'm not trying to make a value judgment here, just tell you what you're getting.

The average wind chime has much smaller diameter and shorter tubes, with a high-pitched tone. Because most chimes are also lighter, the chimes more easily touch each other, and so chime more often than this one does.

The Tibetan chimes have a deeper tone, which is very soft as well. I couldn't hear them as well as most chimes through the wall of the house. It is clanged by a wooden clapper about halfway up the length of the chimes, driven by a small wood triangle weight below the chimes, attached to the same string. I have noticed that because of its design, it does not chime nearly as much as it might have with a better weight, especially in light winds. The triangle weight seems to spin around as much as it pulls the clanger into the chimes. All the materials are very good, and I expect it will last for years.

I've got to say, the florid verbiage in Amazon's and the manufacturer's reviews seem a bit much. Perhaps some people think of Japan's great wind-chime master when they hear a chime, but I just think they sound relaxing, which is reason enough to have one. I understand that dramatizing the ad copy is good marketing, but please.

WoodStock Tibetian Prayer Wind Chimes...
I bought this chime set and have enjoyed it greatly! As a result of my enjoyment, I've also given several WoodStock chime sets to friends and family to share the joy. The reason I rate 4/5 instead of 5/5 is because this particular chime set requires a heavier breeze than the others to get it to chime but I have no regrets and recommend it highly.