Tibetan Tingsha - Five Buddhas - approx 9.5cm

Start with one or two mid-sized paired tingsha designs with broadly recognisable motifs, then add larger or more premium pieces once you know your customers’ preferences. A compact selection lets shoppers compare sound and price without creating unnecessary duplication in the range.

Yes. With paired tingsha, hold them by the connecting cord and gently bring the outer edges together; a light strike is normally enough to create a clear, sustained tone. Hitting them forcefully is unnecessary and can produce a harsher sound.

They are better treated as handcrafted sound instruments rather than laboratory-calibrated tuning devices. Small tonal differences between individual handmade pieces are normal, so retailers should avoid promising that every set of the same design will produce an identical frequency.

Keep the cord dry and avoid pulling, twisting or using it to swing the cymbals forcefully. On designs connected with leather cord, normal use can eventually produce wear, so customers should periodically check that the connection remains secure.

It is safer to describe them as sound instruments used in meditation, mindfulness and spiritual practices rather than as medical or therapeutic devices. Claims that they treat anxiety, pain, illness or other health conditions should not be made without appropriate evidence.