Pantam

Discover the influence of the ghatam and steelpan on the creation of the handpan

The history of the handpan, as told by Felix Rohner and Sabina Schärer, its two main creators, begins in 1999 when Swiss musician Reto Weber visited PANArt in Bern to have his out-of-tune steelpan retuned. During the process, a conversation sparked between Weber and the Rohner/Schärer duo. The percussionist shared an idea for a brand-new instrument: an Indian ghatam, but made entirely of steel instead of the terracotta traditionally used for over 1,200 years. The idea was compelling, and PANArt spent almost a year crafting the first Hang—which would later evolve into the handpan. Bring home a handpan and explore these sounds from elsewhere.

Immerse yourself in the world of the handpan, an easy-to-play instrument

The first thing many beginners say when they play the handpan is, “Wait… even I can play melodies like this?” Yes: the handpan is incredibly intuitive, even for someone who has never studied music theory or played an instrument before. The zigzag layout of the notes—and the fact that the maker has already tuned them to a harmonious scale—makes it much easier for newcomers, who often feel like they’ve grown wings as they gently strike the metal. What’s more, with the rapid development of this percussion instrument in recent years, there are now many free tutorials available online to help you master it. Private lessons are also available to support your learning. Don’t miss the opportunity to bring this melodic instrument into your daily life—order your handpan today.

Discover the influence of handpan sounds on physical and mental health

In recent years, more and more studies and research have been conducted by doctors and scientists to determine whether music and instruments can have any influence on mental and physical health. The initial results are very encouraging, which is why music therapy has been growing in popularity ever since. The handpan has joined the ranks of traditional instruments such as gongs and Tibetan bowls, which are used in sound therapy. It turns out that blood pressure and stress may decrease when a person listens closely to the acoustic vibrations of these instruments. Discover for yourself how the handpan can enrich your wellness and relaxation practice.

Experience the handpan’s vibrations at festivals such as HANGAOUT and PANradis

Over the past couple of decades, the handpan has continued to grow in popularity. That’s true both among makers—who keep offering more and more models to satisfy even the most demanding players—and among the festive gatherings built around this flying saucer-shaped sound object. Indeed, handpan festivals and concerts seem to be popping up everywhere around the world. For example, the famous HANGAOUT festival created by Klaim, as well as a handpan festival nicknamed by some as "PANradis," were established around 2020. One of the best parts of these gatherings is that you can bring your own instrument, thanks to how easy it is to transport. Step into this rich world and let yourself be surprised by the beauty of its sound—purchase your own handpan today.

Legal warranty: when you order from the French company Instruments du Monde, you’re covered by a 2-year statutory warranty on all our items.

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Free shipping: If you live in the U.S., shipping is free.

Shipping time: ships within 48 business hours.

Delivery time: Orders are delivered within 3 to 14 business days in the U.S. Delivery may take up to 30 days for other countries.