Our Shruti Box is made in Nepal. It's a simple yet powerful instrument that produces a continuous, soothing drone used for centuries in meditation, chanting, yoga, and sacred music. With its warm, sustained tones, it creates an immersive sound environment that encourages relaxation, mindfulness, and deep presence. Whether you're a sound healer, yoga instructor, meditation guide, vocalist, or simply someone who enjoys creating peaceful spaces, the Shruti Box offers an effortless way to enrich your practice. History: The Shruti Box traces its roots to India, where it evolved from the harmonium in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Unlike a harmonium, which is played with a keyboard to create melodies, the Shruti Box is designed to produce a continuous drone by opening selected notes and pumping the side bellows. The word shruti comes from Sanskrit and can be translated as "that which is heard." In Indian classical music, shruti also refers to subtle microtonal intervals that form the foundation of musical expression. The instrument has long been used to provide a stable tonal reference for vocalists, devotional chanting, and traditional Indian music. Today, the Shruti Box has found a home in many wellness practices around the world, including sound baths, Reiki sessions, breathwork, mindfulness meditation, and yoga. How It Works: The Shruti Box contains free reeds that vibrate as air passes over them. By selecting one or more notes and gently pumping the bellows, you create a continuous harmonic drone that can last indefinitely with a steady rhythm. Unlike many instruments, no musical experience is required. Simply choose the notes you want to hear and allow the instrument to create a rich, resonant foundation for your session. The Science of the Drone: Continuous drone sounds have unique acoustic properties that many people find calming and grounding. The sustained tone can: Provide a consistent auditory anchor that supports focused attention during meditation. Help reduce external distractions by creating a stable sound environment. Encourage slower, more intentional breathing when paired with mindfulness practices. Support vocal toning, chanting, mantra meditation, and breathwork by offering a stable pitch reference. Research has shown that music and sustained sound can influence the autonomic nervous system, helping activate the body's relaxation response. While individual experiences vary, many practitioners report that drone instruments promote a greater sense of calm, presence, and emotional balance. Perfect For Sound healing sessions Meditation Yoga classes Breathwork Reiki and energy work Chanting and mantra practice Vocal warm-ups Spiritual ceremonies Personal mindfulness practices Why You'll Love It: The Shruti Box is one of the most accessible acoustic instruments available. It requires no batteries, electronics, or complicated techniques—just your breath, your intention, and a gentle pumping motion. Its warm, organic resonance blends beautifully with crystal singing bowls, Tibetan bowls, gongs, chimes, drums, tuning forks, flutes, handpans, and many other healing instruments, making it a valuable addition to any sound healing collection. Whether you're creating a peaceful atmosphere for yourself or guiding others through transformational experiences, the Shruti Box offers a timeless, grounding sound that invites stillness, connection, and inner harmony. Shipping and Returns PAYPAL | VISA | MASTERCARD Please allow approx. 2 weeks for delivery. If any of your items are damaged during shipment, please send us a photo and let us know within 10 days of receiving so that we can replace your item, otherwise we consider the sale final. Returns on this item are not accepted. Refund Policy Link: https://www.lifechangingenergy.com/pages/refund-policy Shipping Policy Link: https://www.lifechangingenergy.com/pages/shipping Notice for international Buyers: https://www.lifechangingenergy.com/pages/notice-for-international-buyers If you have any questions at all, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us via email at support@lifechangingenergy.com.