Music tools
Virtual Kalimba (Thumb Piano)
Play a kalimba in your browser with touch, keyboard control, tuning, recording, and playback.
How to play
Tap the metal tines or press the shown keyboard keys to play the kalimba.
Tuning and layout
Adjust the base note, key count, arrangement, labels, and individual tine tuning.
Privacy
Audio and recordings are handled locally in the browser and are not uploaded.
FAQ
Can I play it on a phone?
Yes. Multi-touch lets both thumbs play at the same time.
Does it need microphone permission?
No. Recording stores note events, not microphone audio.
Can I use a computer keyboard?
Yes. The mapped key is shown on each tine.
Why does sound start after a tap?
Browsers require a user action before web audio can play.