The guide
Five Buddha Singing Bowl: a guide
What it is
Five Buddha Singing Bowl is a 11cm metal singing bowl. Struck or circled around the rim with a mallet, it produces a sustained tone with layered overtones that slowly fades.
From the maker: This Five Buddha singing bowl combines a rich visual design with a deep, grounding sound. The engraved exterior features traditional Buddhist script, while the base is decorated with the Five Buddha motif, adding symbolic detail without overpowering the bowl’s simple form.
If you're comparing, this sits at the accessible end of our 70 tibetan singing bowls (£1.56–£886.40). You might also look at Earth Powder Singing Bowl - Mandala Buddha - 16cm, Ganesh Singing Bowl, Large Aluminum Singing Bowl - Tibetan Double Dorjy Design - Blue (27cm).
Materials and size
Size: approximately 11cm. Allow for small variations between batches.
Traditional uses
In meditation and sound practice, the bowl's fading tone is used as a focal point, and bowls are often played at the beginning and end of a session. Singing bowls are associated with the Himalayan region. Bowls made there have traditionally been hand-hammered or cast from metal alloys, and many carry engraved mantras or symbols. Engraved designs such as mandalas, the Om symbol or the Buddha are decorative and devotional; they reflect the traditions the bowls come from. We share these as cultural traditions and personal beliefs only, not as health or medical claims.
How to use it
- A simple way to begin: Place the bowl on a cushion or your flat, open palm.
- Tap the outside wall gently with the mallet to wake the bowl.
- Circle the rim slowly with even pressure; once it starts to sing, keep the speed steady.
- For a softer sound, strike rather than rub, and let each tone fade fully.
Care
- Store somewhere dry and away from hard objects that could dent the rim.
- Wipe with a soft, dry cloth after use; skin oils can mark the metal.
- Avoid harsh polish on engraved or coloured finishes.
Who it suits
A good choice for sound therapists and teachers adding to a collection; people starting a meditation or yoga practice; someone who enjoys quiet rituals.
Delivery
UK delivery is £3.95, or free if your basket is over £40: add £12.80 more to qualify. Delivery usually takes 2–5 working days.
