Mini Singing Bowl – Handmade 11cm Travel Sound Bowl

A Mini Singing Bowl That Still Sounds Full

The most common question we get about a mini singing bowl is whether a smaller size means a weaker sound — it doesn’t. At 11cm, this bowl is compact enough to slip into a travel bag or sit on a work desk, but it’s still hand-shaped from the same bell-metal alloy as our larger bowls, so the tone is clear and carries well in a small room, even if it doesn’t have the deep sustain of a 20cm or 25cm piece.

We made this our go-to recommendation for two groups of customers: people who travel often and want a sound-meditation tool that fits in carry-on luggage, and people buying their first singing bowl who want to try the practice before committing to a larger, pricier piece.

What’s Included

• 1 x 11cm Mini Singing Bowl
• 1 x protective cushion
• 1 x wooden striker
• Weight: light enough for hand luggage
• Free DHL home delivery, 4–5 working days, fully tracked

Best Uses for a Mini Singing Bowl

• Desk meditation: a quick 60-second sound break between meetings
• Travel: pack it in a bag and keep a consistent practice on the road
• Kids & beginners: easier to hold and play than a larger bowl
• Gifting: an affordable entry point for someone curious about sound healing

How to Play a Mini Singing Bowl

Hold the bowl flat on your open palm or set it on the cushion. Tap the rim gently with the striker for a single clean note, or rotate the striker around the outer edge in small, steady circles to produce a sustained tone. Because it’s smaller, a mini singing bowl responds faster to touch than a large one — expect the tone to build within a few seconds rather than needing a longer warm-up.

Why Size Matters Less Than You’d Think

Sound therapists often keep a mini singing bowl in their kit specifically for one-on-one work, where a smaller, more focused tone is easier to direct than the room-filling sound of a large bowl. A 2016 study on Tibetan singing bowl meditation recorded reduced tension and fatigue after sessions using standard-sized bowls — the calming effect comes from the technique and the tone quality, not sheer volume. You can read more about the range of traditional singing bowl sizes and uses on Wikipedia.

Materials & Craftsmanship

Hand-finished in Nepal from a traditional bell-metal alloy. Because each mini singing bowl is shaped individually, small variations in tone and finish are normal and expected — that’s part of buying a genuinely handmade piece rather than a factory-uniform one.

Shipping

Ships worldwide via DHL with tracking, arriving in 4–5 working days.

Want a Bigger Sound?

If you’d like a deeper, longer-sustaining tone for home use, step up to our Tibetan Metal Singing Bowl (17cm) or Hand Hammered Singing Bowl (20cm). See the full lineup in our Meditation & Sound Healing collection.

FAQ

Is a mini singing bowl good for beginners?

Yes — its smaller size makes it easier to hold and play, and it’s a lower-cost way to try sound meditation before buying a larger bowl.

Can I travel with a mini singing bowl?

Yes, its compact size and light weight make it easy to pack in carry-on luggage.

Does a mini singing bowl produce a full tone despite being small?

It produces a clear, focused tone well-suited to close, personal use — it just won’t fill a large room the way a 20–25cm bowl does.

What’s included with this mini singing bowl?

The bowl, a protective cushion, and a wooden striker, ready to use out of the box.