# Sansula

> Realistic digital Kalimba simulation for exploring tunings and melodies. (iPhone/iPad app by Hokema Kalimbas.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sansula/id495925800 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Hokema Kalimbas](https://appshunter.io/developer/495923849)
- Category: Music, Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 34 App Store ratings · 29 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 6.0 · 84 MB
- Languages: American English, German (Germany)
- Released: 2012-02-02
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sansula/id495925800/reviews.md

## What is Sansula?

The Sansula belongs to the family of the Kalimba and can be played just as easily. The instrument, with its patented suspended mounting of the resonating block, is an innovation entirely of our own design. 

Since its launching in 2001, the Sansula has quickly become a bestseller and found thousands of friends at home and abroad. 

The special feature of the Sansula is its unbelievable sound. The oval frame of laminated beechwood is fitted with a membrane which, together with the resonating block, gives an easily-produced and prolonged, soft tone.

---- Now at last a realistic simulation for the iPad is available This enables the user to try out new tunings. For every scale there are many different options to arrange the position of the relevant

tones on the instrument. With the APP the tones can thus be arranged in such a way that smooth playing with both thumbs is facilitated.

## Key features

- Realistic instrument simulation
- Patented suspended resonating block sound
- Explore new tunings
- Arrange tones for easy play
- Soft, prolonged tones

## Recent user reviews (10 of 29)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sansula/id495925800/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Thank you

*2024-09-19*

When a developer blesses you with a useful and well built instrument for free, all you can do is give thanks. I’ve always enjoyed playing the Kalimba, or thumb piano as I grew up thinking of it. I first heard a Kalimba on a King Crimson album and loved the instrument ever since. 

The greatness here, besides that it was free, is the ability to tune each tine. A good exercise is to think of logical ways to tune the instrument. It will help you think creatively. And be sure to record your creation once tuned and performed. 

Thanks again to the developer! The community really does appreciate the gesture.

### 5/5 — sansula app is a delight!

*2023-11-25*

This app was my into to the blissful sounds of Sansula. I don’t play it a lot but when i do, it brings a happy grin to my face. I look forward to getting a real, physical Sansula

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2023-02-02*

As a professional film composer, I’ve used my Sansula in many cues and compositions. It always brings immediate life to the track. This is a fantastic tool and shockingly sounds very close to the real one. Amazing you can instantly change tuning and still be high quality (not easy to change tuning on the real one). The only drawbacks I’ve found so far is being unable to mute a note ringing on the app.
I hope they make and sample their other models like the B17 kalimba

### 5/5 — One of the best apps I’ve ever used

*2022-03-10*

I bought a HOKEMA double a couple months ago and I really love it. I’m hard on it a little bit and it goes out of tune and it’s great to have a reference point along with my tuner. This company is great

### 4/5 — Closest to the real thing I’ve heard

*2021-07-31*

There’s no noticeable lag and sounds very natural. I just wish it would work In tandem with Garage Band as a midi import keyboard. At present I play it through speakers and mic it in as real time instrument.

### 5/5 — Mesmerizing!

*2021-06-15, version 2.1*

This app sound quality is so beautiful (and it’s easy to use) - almost as beautiful as the real instrument! It’s so helpful to retune sansula on the app so that you know what it sounds like. My children can spend hours on this app making their own dreamy music ... all is calm! LOVE IT as much as the real instrument!  Thank you Hokema:)

### 5/5 — Lovely

*2020-02-03*

I’m not sure what people are complaining about. This app is working flawlessly in iOS 13. Love it.

### 2/5 — Crashes

*2019-12-23*

Crashes and will not produce sound.

### 1/5 — Would be stellar if it was updated to work on iOS 12!!!

*2019-10-03*

I love this program yet it hasn’t been updated in 4 years and does absolutely nothing on my iPhone 7 Plus running iOS 12. I would be willing to pay $5 for an upgraded version.

### 5/5 — Enable disabled

*2019-09-08*

Custom sensors enable spectrum of abilities (audio/physical-...) to trigger sensors to activate “voices “(sounds, musical or other)

## Frequently asked questions about Sansula

### What is the Sansula app?

The Sansula app is a realistic digital simulation of the Sansula instrument, which is a type of Kalimba known for its unique sound. It allows users to experience the instrument's capabilities on their iPad.

### What makes the Sansula instrument special?

The Sansula features a patented suspended mounting of its resonating block, which contributes to its unbelievable sound. It produces an easily produced, prolonged, and soft tone due to its membrane and resonating block.

### Can I try different tunings with this app?

Yes, the app enables users to try out new tunings. You can explore various options for arranging the positions of tones for every scale, facilitating smooth playing.

### Is this app compatible with all iPads?

The description states that a realistic simulation is available for the iPad. Specific compatibility details regarding iPad models or iOS versions are not provided in the description.

### What are the use cases for the Sansula app?

The app is ideal for users who want to experiment with different musical tunings and explore the unique sound of the Sansula instrument. It's designed to facilitate smooth playing by allowing users to arrange tones effectively.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.1 — 2014-11-05

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

- fixes iOS 8 bug
- improved and overhauled design

### 2.0.2 — 2012-03-30

- minor changes to improve the usability

### 2.0.1 — 2012-03-04

- Fixed link to Tuning Service
- Some small improvements

### 2.0 — 2012-02-23

- added iPhone support

### 1.0.1 — 2012-02-09

- added support for german

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