Description
The handpan is a completely beginner-friendly instrument where percussion and melody come together. Playing the handpan creates calming, spherical and long-lasting sound worlds that completely captivate both the player and the listener. Neither previous experience nor knowledge of music theory is required, because on the handpan all tone fields are on a fixed scale. With most models it is not possible to hit dissonant, i.e. “wrong” sounding notes. Therefore, you can follow your own intuition when playing and lose yourself in mysterious, dreamy melodies after just a short time. With a little practice, more complicated rhythms, captivating chords and two-part melodies are possible.
Sela Harmony handpans are completely handcrafted, perfectly tuned and made of nitrided steel. Nitriding hardens the surface of the handpan, giving it a percussive sound that resonates much faster than handpans made of stainless steel. Due to their short sustain, nitrated handpans are primarily suitable for fast playing, as the tones are more clearly separated from each other and overlap less. They are recommended, for example, for drummers, cajon or djembe players who would like to play slightly faster rhythms and melodies. Handpans made of nitrated steel require a little more care than stainless steel models and should therefore be cleaned regularly and protected from moisture. Sela Harmony handpans have a matte, gray-blue finish, which gives them a mysterious, fascinating look.
The tuning D Kurd (basic frequency 440 Hz) is one of our best-selling scales. The central note in the middle of the handpan is D3, with the notes A3, Bb3, C4, D4, E4, F4, G4 and A4 arranged in a circle around it. Particularly practical: an overview of the scale with the individual tone fields is lasered onto the underside of the handpan. Thanks to its bright-sounding D minor scale, the D Kurd can be used to play very varied melodies, from calm and meditative to melancholic to powerful and cheerful. The model is suitable as a solo instrument as well as for playing with other handpans or other instruments such as tongue drums, guitar or percussion.
Each Sela handpan is delivered with a bag made of tear-resistant nylon fabric, which, thanks to its good lining, ensures optimal protection during transport. It can be carried comfortably by hand using the two handles or as a backpack using the adjustable shoulder straps. A practical outer compartment offers enough space for small accessories such as a metronome
- Tuning: D Kurd 9 (440 Hz)
- Tones: D3 / A3, Bb3, C4, D4, E4, F4, G4, A4
- Material: steel, nitrided
- High quality
- Handcrafted
- Color: gray blue / dark petrol
- Weight: 4.6kg
- Diameter: 57cm
- Includes padded bag with backpack straps