Tuning Forks
Tuning forks are the perfect way to tune both the instrument and the mind. At Gear4music, we offer various tuning forks with many different frequencies.
Tuning forks are the perfect way to tune both the instrument and the mind. At Gear4music, we offer various tuning forks with many different frequencies.
Used heavily in sound therapy and meditation, sometimes producing a tone synonymous with cosmic frequencies. Browse through our extensive range of brands and price points to find the best tuning fork for you.Showing 13 of 93 products
Meinl Sonic Energy Crystal Tuning Fork, F 440 Hz, 16mm
Meinl Sonic Energy Crystal Tuning Fork, C 440 Hz, 16mm
Meinl Sonic Energy Crystal Tuning Fork, F 440 Hz, 20mm
Meinl Sonic Energy Crystal Tuning Fork, C 440 Hz, 20mm
Meinl Sonic Energy Tuning Fork Holder Chakra Set
Meinl Planetary Tuned Chakra Set of Tuning Forks
Meinl Sonic Energy Therapy Tuning Fork Holder Chakra Set
Meinl Sonic Energy Tuning Forks with Case, 16 Tuning Forks
Meinl Planetary Tuned Complete Set of Tuning Forks
Meinl Sonic Energy Tuning Fork Chakra Set
Meinl Sonic Energy Therapy Tuning Fork Holder Set-Up, 16 Tuning Forks
Meinl Sonic Energy Tuning Fork Holder Set-Up, 27 Tuning Forks
Meinl Sonic Energy Therapy Tuning Fork Holder Set-Up, 27 Tuning Forks
About Tuning Forks
Tuning forks are thought to have been invented in 1711 and are commonly used by musicians as a way to tune musical instruments, such as pianos, violins, guitars, and more.
They are typically constructed from steel and feature two prongs known as tines, which are activated by striking the tines against a hard surface. This produces an elongated tuned tone, serving as a reference point for you to tune the instrument by ear.
In addition, tuning forks are commonplace in sound therapy and meditation settings, used to provide certain frequencies and vibrations to deliver various healing qualities. The frequencies delivered by tuning forks range from 64 Hz all the way to 4096 Hz, depending on the size of the prongs.
For standard orchestral tuning, a fork with the tuning of A and measuring 440hz is used. In sound therapy, a fork with the frequency of 128Hz is more commonly used. Popular brands that manufacture tuning forks include Meinl and John Walker.
FAQs
What are tuning forks used for?
Tuning forks are used to tune instruments accurately, and also for use in meditation and sound therapy. Tuning forks are known for their soothing tones and vibrations, which are used for healing qualities.
Why do musicians use a tuning fork?
Musicians use a tuning fork as a tool to tune an instrument. The most common frequency for tuning is 440Hz, which is an A note. As this frequency is standard tuning, this is the most used tuning fork among musicians.
What is the healing frequency of a tuning fork?
The standard healing frequency of a tuning fork is 128 Hz. Tuning forks that emit this frequency are commonly used in sound therapy and meditation environments.
Where do you hit a tuning fork?
You hit a tuning fork against a hardened surface at the end of the fork tines (prongs). By holding the fork on its handle at the top and striking the fork tines, the fork will then resonate and produce the tone.