How tall is a Koshi chime
Mar 05, 2021
From top to bottom, a Koshi chime measures 14.17 in / 40 cm once you hang it up. This article breaks that figure down part by part and covers what you need to know when selecting a hook or stand.
The Parts of a Koshi Chime and Their Dimensions
1. The O-Ring
At the top is the O-ring where you hang the chime. Its diameter is 0.75 in / 2.0 cm.
2. Top String
Below the ring is the top string, which is 3.54 in / 9.5 cm long. This connects the O-ring to the top of the bamboo veneer resonance tube.
3. Bamboo Resonance Tube
The main body of the chime is the bamboo veneer resonance tube. It is 6.29 in / 16.4 cm long with a diameter of 2.36 in / 6.5 cm. This is where the acoustic work happens the eight silver-welded steel rods are suspended inside, and the hollow bamboo cylinder amplifies and colours their sound. The eight rods are arranged around the interior of the tube and vary in length depending on the tuning.
4. Center String with Pearl
Running through the centre of the bamboo tube is the inner string with a pearl at its lower end. Please note that we did not measure the total length, just the part that comes out of the resonance tube until it meets the wind catcher. This string is 1.18 in / 3.0 cm long. The pearl strikes the rods as the chime moves, producing sound.
5. Wind Catcher
At the base is the drop-shaped sail, also called the wind catcher. It has a length of 1.96 in / 5.0 cm. This catches the wind and transmits the movement upward through the inner string to the pearl.
Full Dimensions at a Glance
| Part | Measurement (approx.) |
|---|---|
| O-ring diameter | 0.75 in / 2.0 cm |
| Top string | 3.54 in / 9.5 cm |
| Resonance tube length | 6.29 in / 16.4 cm |
| Resonance tube diameter | 2.36 in / 6.5 cm |
| Center string (outside tube to wind catcher) | 1.18 in / 3.0 cm |
| Wind catcher length | 1.96 in / 5.0 cm |
| Total hanging length (top to bottom) | 14.17 in / 40 cm |
All measurements of the Koshi chime are approximate.
How Koshi Compares to Zaphir in Size
Browse the Zaphir wind chimes collection to compare the seasonal tunings and see how they differ from the Koshi elemental series.
Choose the single Flower of Life Stand if you have one favourite chime you want to display and play at home. Choose the Zenmotion Stand if you work with a set and want all your chimes within reach, ideal for sound healing sessions, yoga studios, and anyone who plays with multiple tunings.
For guidance on optimal hanging positions and how to create air movement indoors, see the full indoor placement guide.
Browse the full Koshi wind chimes collection to compare all four tunings.
Koshi Set of 4
How much space do I need to hang a Koshi chime?
A Koshi chime hangs 40 cm / 14.17 in from top to bottom. You need enough clearance below the hook for the chime to swing freely allow at least the full hanging length plus a bit on each side. The chime can be hung from a standard ceiling hook, a doorframe, or a dedicated chime stand.
Do Koshi and Zaphir chimes fit the same stands?
Yes. Both Koshi and Zaphir chimes fit the same hooks and stands. The O-ring diameter is the same across both families, so any stand designed for one will work with the other. This means you can display Koshi and Zaphir chimes side by side on the same Zenmotion rotating stand.
Why does my Koshi chime need more wind than a Zaphir?
The wind catcher on a Koshi chime is smaller than the one on a Zaphir. A larger surface area catches more air movement, which is why Zaphir chimes respond to lighter breezes. Koshi chimes need a slightly stronger movement either more wind outdoors, or a gentle hand motion indoors. Both chimes work well in sheltered indoor spaces when moved by hand.
