KALIMBA + EFFECTS!
A traditional instrument with expanded possibilities.
Saikne: K-FX offers an expanded electroacoustical experience with interactive audio effects, high fidelity amplifiers and motion sensing.
Combining tradition with technology
At it's core Kalimba FX is a traditional thumb piano with a new twist.
We stayed true to the beautiful kalimba tone while adding new sonic possibilities.
Expand and morph Your sound
Customizable effects allow interacting with the electroacoustic tone - huge reverb? delay? pitcshifting?
We got you covered.
Express more with motion:
The built in motion sensor allows to control any effects parameter with motion by tilting or rotating the musical instrument.
Layer your performance
Develop your performance by overdubbing and looping with a built-in single track looper.
Record up to 1 minute – overdub indefinetely or go one step back if you miss a note.
Capture every nuance
Built in high fidelity amplifiers with allow capturing every nuance of your playing style - from careful touch to over the top analog distortion!
Listen, connect and play:
Got a guitar or your own instrument pickup? Perfekt!
Use Saikne: KFX as a preamped effects processor!
Great for interacting with your other sound devices
via the balanced TRS input.
Kalimba FX supports guitars, piezo pickups, synthesizers and dynamic microphones.
Explore! Outside or at home.
Built with portability in mind - Saikne: KFX can be be powered with a powerbank (via USB-C) or internal battery offering up to 11 hours of play.
We believe in product longevity and right to repair. The internal battery can be easily serviced.
Features & Specs
17 key kalimba
Pentatonic tuning
Electronics
High fidelity AB Class balanced preamplifier
24 bit audio processing
Motion sensor
Input electronic protection
Body
Ash wood
Stainless steel keys
Length: 195 mm Width: 150 mm
Thickness (body) : 30 mm
Power
Easy to service built-in LiPo battery
11 hours of playtime on single charge
I/O
Balanced mono input via 3.5 mm TRS socket
Support for guitars, synthesizers and dynamic microphones
Buffered headphone output
Firmware upates via USB-C
