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Whether it’s relaxation, yoga, sound journeys or songwriting: handpans and steel tongue drums deliver a warm, sustaining tone – intuitive to play and instantly inspiring. At MUSIC STORE you’ll find a wide selection, real-world advice from “Mr. Handpan”, and a 3-year warranty on all handpans.
Handpans are melodic percussion instruments made from steel or stainless steel and played with the hands. The round body (approx. 50–65 cm diameter) is formed from two joined shells; the cavity acts as a resonator. On top sit precisely tuned tone fields that produce a clear note with long sustain when struck with control.
The concept is intuitive: strike briefly and cleanly, then lift your hand quickly – this keeps the tone focused and “singing”. For beginners, a harmonically tuned scale is a great choice, because most note combinations sound musical right away.
Example: Fame Handpan One D Minor – stainless-steel handpan with 9 tones in D minor, ideal for beginners and sound journeys.
View Fame Handpan One D MinorThe scale defines your handpan’s tonal world: the centre note (Ding) anchors the instrument, while the outer notes (Chor) form the scale. Popular choices include D minor, D Kurd, C major and G major. Many handpans are set up so the notes fit together harmonically – making patterns and melodies feel natural from the start.
In addition to the scale, the tuning frequency matters: 440 Hz is the standard (great for playing with others), while 432 Hz is often chosen for relaxation settings. Also pay attention to number of tones and response so the instrument matches your playing style.
Example: Meinl HPSTL101 Sensory Handpan D Amara – 10 tones plus two sound tubes for a flexible resonance character.
View Meinl HPSTL101 Sensory HandpanFor band/studio work and playing with other instruments, 440 Hz is usually the most practical choice. 432 Hz is often used for relaxation and meditation and is sometimes perceived as softer. Beyond tuning, scale, material, technique and the room strongly shape what you hear.
Handcrafted handpans are shaped and fine-tuned with experience and precision. Highly sought-after are models by NIMO Sounds from Cologne, exclusively available at MUSIC STORE – ideal for sound work, recording and performance.
“Mr. Handpan” (Christian) answers questions about handpans, steel tongue drums and accessories, and checks every instrument before shipping (tuning, finish, response and sound) – including B-stock. You also get a 3-year warranty on all handpans and the option to test instruments in our showroom.
Contact Christian (workshops also on our YouTube channel): MisterHandpan@musicstore.de
A steel tongue drum features cut tongues in the body that vibrate when struck and produce fixed, clearly defined notes. It can be played with hands or soft mallets – ideal for anyone who wants quick musical results.
Thanks to robust coatings, many tongue drums are easy to maintain and great for everyday use. Sonically they’re warm and clear – perfect for relaxation, lessons, sound work and laid-back grooves at home.
Example: Fame FST10-DB Steel Tongue Drum 10" – compact, 11 tones, tuned to Mixed Tone D.
View Fame FST10-DB Steel Tongue DrumThe most common questions, answered clearly – ideal for beginners and anyone comparing options before buying.
