Tibetan Metal Singing Bowl – Handmade 17cm Sound Bowl

A Tibetan Metal Singing Bowl Sized for Daily Practice

At 17cm, this Tibetan metal singing bowl sits right in the middle of our size range — smaller and lighter than our 20cm and 25cm bowls, but with a fuller tone than our mini 11cm option. It’s the size we recommend most often to first-time buyers who want one bowl that works for meditation, yoga, and everyday stress relief without taking up much shelf space.

The bowl is cast from a traditional bell-metal alloy (a bronze-based blend historically used across the Himalayan region) and then hand-finished, giving it the slightly uneven, hand-worked surface that distinguishes a real Tibetan metal singing bowl from a machine-polished import.

What’s Included

• 1 x 17cm Tibetan Metal Singing Bowl
• 1 x silk cushion base
• 1 x wooden striker
• Free DHL home delivery, 4–5 working days

Everyday Uses for This Bowl

• Morning routine: a few rim strokes before you start your day, used the same way some people use a meditation bell
• Yoga practice: mark the beginning or end of a session
• Focus breaks: a short sound break between work blocks
• Sleep wind-down: a slow, sustained tone can help signal the transition to rest

Playing Technique

Place the bowl on its cushion so it can vibrate freely. Hold the wooden striker near the top, not the very end, for better control. Press it lightly against the outer rim and move it in a steady circle — resist the urge to press harder if it doesn’t sing right away; a lighter touch with a more consistent circle almost always works better than more pressure.

Why Sound Bowls Have Become a Wellness Staple

Once found mostly in temples and specialty meditation studios, the Tibetan metal singing bowl has become a mainstream wellness tool over the last several years. A 2016 study published in the Journal of Evidence-Based Complementary & Alternative Medicine found participants reported significantly reduced tension, anger, and fatigue after a group singing bowl meditation. Cleveland Clinic’s overview of sound bath practice notes that while large clinical trials are still limited, several peer-reviewed studies point to measurable relaxation benefits from singing bowl sessions.

Materials & Origin

Made in Nepal from a traditional bell-metal alloy, hand-finished by artisans. Each bowl is inspected individually before it’s packed for shipping, so the tone and finish you see photographed is representative — not identical, since no two hand-finished bowls sound exactly alike.

Shipping

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

Not Sure Which Size Is Right for You?

If you want something more compact, see our Mini Singing Bowl (11cm). For a heavier, room-filling tone, our Hand Hammered Singing Bowl (20cm) is the step up. You can browse every size in our Meditation & Sound Healing category.

FAQ

What is a Tibetan metal singing bowl made of?

Traditionally, a bell-metal alloy — a bronze-based blend of copper and tin — hand-finished by artisans in Nepal.

How do I use a Tibetan metal singing bowl for meditation?

Sit comfortably, rest the bowl on the included cushion, and rub the wooden striker around the rim in slow circles until it produces a sustained tone. Use the sound as a focus point for breathing.

What size Tibetan singing bowl should a beginner buy?

\A 17cm bowl like this one is a common recommendation for beginners — big enough for a full tone, small enough to be easy to handle.

Does this bowl come with everything I need to play it?

Yes, it includes the bowl, a silk cushion, and a wooden striker.