singing bowls

Which singing bowl should I buy?

The right singing bowl makes all the difference. Depending on whether you want to use it for a sound massage, meditation, a sound bath, or sound therapy, different bowls may be suitable. For professional bodywork, we offer the Peter Hess® Therapy singing bowls, which were specially developed for sound massage. For sound baths and sound journeys, our Sound Bath Bowls are the perfect choice. Size, weight, and sound spectrum determine which body areas you can address with the singing bowl and how the vibrations affect the body.

Here's how the singing bowls in our assortment differ:

• Size and Diameter
• Weight and Vibration Characteristics
• Sound Spectrum and Overtone Range
• Assignment to Body Areas (Head, Heart, Pelvis, Joints)
• Area of Use (Therapy, Meditation, Sound Bath, Self-care)
• Material and Manufacturing Process

Are you unsure which singing bowl is right for you? Then write to us!

We offer personal advice via email. You won't reach an anonymous hotline here, but directly Olli and his team. Through direct interaction with our customers, we are constantly learning and can recommend the exact bowl that suits your needs. Simply write to us at kontakt@ollihess.de. If you'd like to read up on it yourself first, our blog post "How to find the right singing bowl for you" can also help.

Why singing bowls from ollihess?

Olli himself comes from the world of sound work. It all began with a Peter Hess® sound massage – and the enthusiasm that followed. Since then, everything we do revolves around sound. That's why, in addition to our handcrafted gong mallets and friction mallets, we also offer selected Peter Hess® Therapy singing bowls and Sound Bath Bowls. Every singing bowl in our shop is personally checked by us and meets our high standards for quality and sound. With us, you get singing bowls, mallets, and accessories all from a single source – perfectly coordinated.

What distinguishes the singing bowls in our range:

• Hand-forged from high-quality bronze alloy (copper and tin)
• Tested in multiple stages and personally auditioned
• Exclusively premium quality
• Palpable vibrations throughout the body
• Perfectly combinable with our handcrafted mallets and beaters
• Fair production and good working conditions

Peter Hess® Therapy singing bowls for professional sound massage

Peter Hess® Therapy singing bowls were specially developed for sound massage and sound therapy. Each bowl has a defined frequency spectrum tailored to specific body areas. For example, there's the universal bowl for the entire body and reflex zones, the heart bowl for the chest area, the pelvic bowl for the lower back, and the head bowl for the head and neck area. This specific assignment allows for targeted application, where the vibrations work precisely where they are needed.

The sound responds sensitively to your playing. With small, hard mallets, you create bright, dominant overtones that are ideal for attracting attention and signaling. Thicker, soft mallets produce deep, resonant frequencies that are not just heard but felt throughout the body. You have control over the character of the treatment.

Sound Bath Bowls for sound baths, meditation, and sound journeys

Not every singing bowl is intended for body work. Our Sound Bath Bowls are designed to resonate within a space. They create harmonious soundscapes that musically accompany meditation, guided imagery, and sound baths. These bowls are not placed on the body; instead, their effect unfolds through the sound in the room. This makes them ideal for yoga studios, seminars, schools, and, of course, for your personal sound ritual at home.

Hand-forged from high-quality bronze alloy

The singing bowls in our range are forged from a cast blank. This process is more elaborate than mass production, but it ensures that the singing bowl vibrates much longer and more evenly. Only pure, high-quality metals are used. The high tin content in the bronze alloy is crucial for the warm, sustained sound. With other manufacturers, tin is often replaced by cheaper metals, which noticeably diminishes the sound.

Bowls that do not meet our quality standards are sorted out during production. We exclusively offer premium quality – no compromises on sound.

The right mallet makes all the difference

The sound of your singing bowl largely depends on the mallet used. With a hard mallet, you create bright, signaling overtones. With a soft mallet, deep, resonant frequencies are produced that can be felt throughout the body. Our gong mallets and beaters are handcrafted in Germany by Olli and his team. They are made from sustainable materials like natural caoutchouc and wellness fleece, producing a clear, undisturbed sound without striking noises. You can find out which mallets can be combined with which singing bowls in the respective product descriptions.

Difference between a singing bowl and a gong

Both singing bowls and gongs create fascinating soundscapes, but they address different needs. Singing bowls are placed directly on the body or held in the hand. Their vibrations have a targeted and palpable effect on individual body areas. Gongs, on the other hand, fill the entire room with sound, creating an immersive sound experience. Many sound healers and sound therapists combine both. In our shop, you'll find singing bowls, gongs, gong mallets, and friction mallets – all from a single source, with personal advice.