{"product_id":"handpan-pentatonique","title":"Pentatonic Handpan","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHear how easy it is to compose with this instrument\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/SBWYoBJ4o7k?si=yXYwXNJPMZxypXJH\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLet your mind create endless melodies with a pentatonic handpan!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEnjoy the fluidity of a pentatonic handpan to enhance your melodies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike more “classic” scales with 7 notes (diatonic) or 6 notes (hexatonic), the pentatonic scale uses just 5 different notes spread across multiple octaves. Those notes aren’t random—they’re carefully chosen so that, no matter the order or combinations you play, what you create will sound naturally harmonious. You can also pick from several pentatonic scales, such as the African-inspired Pygmy, the Japanese-inspired Akebono, or Magic Voyage for relaxation and a true sonic getaway. With 9 notes and a gorgeous golden finish, this \u003cstrong\u003epentatonic handpan\u003c\/strong\u003e has everything you need to start sounding musical fast and grow into a true virtuoso. Treat yourself today and bring home one of our beautiful instruments with spot-on acoustics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFree accessories:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\/\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA 290-page book featuring 25 pieces of sheet music and a 16-video course taught by a handpan instructor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA padded carrying case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA protective natural jute braid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA tripod stand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA pair of drumsticks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA cleaning cloth\u003cbr\/\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications of the pentatonic handpan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument family: percussion – idiophone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of notes: 9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Pygmy C sharp, Low Pygmy F, Akebono E, Magic Voyage F, or Oxalis G\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency: 440 or 432 hertz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiameter: 22 in (55 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 10 in (25 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: 0.05 in (1.2 mm) thick stainless steel\u003cbr\/\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 8 lb 13 oz (4 kg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStaying in the pentatonic family, be sure to check out our \u003ca href=\"__linkproduct1\" title=\"__linkproduct1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ehandpans tuned to Magic Voyage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. Some experts describe their tone as dreamy, like drifting away on a flying carpet. If that’s not what you’re looking for, take a look at our \u003ca href=\"__linkcollection1\" title=\"__linkcollection1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eother handpan scales\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, with more than 20 options to choose from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore the material and acoustic origins of the original handpan\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handpan’s lineage traces back to two deeply drawn steel shells, nitrided and carefully bonded with a special adhesive to create a resonant cavity. Classified in the Hornbostel–Sachs system as 111.24 (“percussion vessel”), this design draws inspiration from Trinidad steelpans and 8th-century ghatam pots. Each shell is shaped so a central dome, the ding, is surrounded by seven or eight notes. Once assembled, the instrument behaves like a Helmholtz resonator thanks to its lower opening (the gu), and its harmonies bloom through the 1:2:3 relationship. On the original Hang, each instrument was numbered and signed by Felix Rohner or Sabina Schärer, highlighting its handcrafted character. The brass ring introduced on the second generation, combined with the \u003cstrong\u003enitrided alloy, ensures durability and stability\u003c\/strong\u003e. With its rich heritage and meticulous construction, this sonic gem blends technique and tradition. Treat yourself to this work of art—order your handpan today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpot Handpan players at music festivals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt handpan festivals and concerts, you’ll spot enthusiasts right away: they often carry their instrument like a shell on their back. These gatherings, in France and across Europe, are a great way to explore the handpan’s story, watch demos, and try a variety of models. You can see makers tuning steel shells and meet players of every level. Concerts sometimes happen in unusual venues, specialty expos, or outdoor events where the audience can chat freely with the artists. These moments show just how approachable the handpan is: even a complete beginner can improvise and feel those calming vibrations. Festivals like HangOut UK or trade shows in France are excellent opportunities to dive into this passionate community. \u003cstrong\u003eAttend a handpan festival to discover the instrument\u003c\/strong\u003e and experience the energy of these gatherings up close. Order your handpan today and get ready to carry that unique musical “shell” yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDelve into the itinerant origins of the modern handpan in France\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs early as 2012, Klaïm, a seasoned Hang® player who composed the music for the Palme d’Or-winning film La Vie d’Adèle, launched the “Rendez-vous du Hang®,” a prelude to the first Panacea festival in 2013. These get-togethers were held in an orchard near Paris and brought together a small group of enthusiasts for improvised jams and workshops blending maqâm with instruments from around the world. Created in 2000 by Swiss makers Felix Rohner and Sabina Schärer (PANArt), the Hang® is the ancestor of today’s handpan. Its portable design and captivating voice helped inspire events like the Handpan Festival in Sauvian and the GRIASDI gathering in Austria. In just a few years, the instrument joined a truly nomadic movement, traveling from Paris streets to rural farms thanks to its light weight and compact size. Today, \u003cstrong\u003ethe handpan’s portability makes musical travel easier\u003c\/strong\u003e across Europe, connecting you to a creative community that’s constantly exploring new sonic horizons. Treat yourself to a handpan and step into this inspiring adventure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDelve into the science of Zen handpan frequencies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDid you know that some neuroscientists have explored why handpan sounds feel so calming? They’ve found that our brains naturally respond to simple frequency relationships, like the famous 1:2:3 that shapes the notes of this Swiss idiophone created in 2000 in Bern by Felix Rohner and Sabina Schärer. Each note blends a fundamental tone with an octave (at half the frequency) and a fifth, produced by two convex steel shells fused into a single body. Science still can’t fully explain why certain frequencies create discomfort while others promote well-being, but the effect is real. When you listen to or play a handpan, your brain can sync into a relaxed rhythm and slip into a deep meditative state. Even music therapists and psychologists use this instrument to help patients unwind. Try it and feel the energy move through you. Discover for yourself the benefits of this \u003cstrong\u003eunique scientific and relaxing harmony\u003c\/strong\u003e and order your instrument today to transform your downtime.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Instruments du Monde","offers":[{"title":"Pentatonic C Sharp Pygmy \/ 440 Hertz","offer_id":51716420010323,"sku":"Handpan-Pentatonique-C#-Pygmy-440-hz-9-notes","price":1499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pentatonic C Sharp Pygmy \/ 432 Hertz","offer_id":51716420043091,"sku":"Handpan-Pentatonique-C#-Pygmy-432-hz-9-notes","price":1499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pentatonic F Low Pygmy \/ 440 Hertz","offer_id":51716420075859,"sku":"Handpan-Pentatonique-F-Low-Pygmy-440-hz-9-notes","price":1499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pentatonic F Low Pygmy \/ 432 Hertz","offer_id":51716420108627,"sku":"Handpan-Pentatonique-F-Low-Pygmy-432-hz-9-notes","price":1499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pentatonic F Magic Voyage \/ 440 Hertz","offer_id":51716420141395,"sku":"Handpan-Pentatonique-F-Magic-Voyage-440-hz-9-notes","price":1499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pentatonic F Magic Voyage \/ 432 Hertz","offer_id":51716420174163,"sku":"Handpan-Pentatonique-F-Magic-Voyage-432-hz-9-notes","price":1499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pentatonic E Akebono \/ 440 Hertz","offer_id":51716420206931,"sku":"Handpan-Pentatonique-E-Akebono-440-hz-9-notes","price":1499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pentatonic E Akebono \/ 432 Hertz","offer_id":51716420239699,"sku":"Handpan-Pentatonique-E-Akebono-432-hz-9-notes","price":1499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pentatonic G Oxalis \/ 440 Hertz","offer_id":51716420272467,"sku":"Handpan-Pentatonique-G-Oxalis-440-hz-9-notes","price":1499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pentatonic G Oxalis \/ 432 Hertz","offer_id":51716420305235,"sku":"Handpan-Pentatonique-G-Oxalis-432-hz-9-notes","price":1499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0554\/9454\/1508\/files\/Handpan-pentatonique.jpg?v=1769163711","url":"https:\/\/instruments-du-monde.com\/en-us\/products\/pentatonic-handpan","provider":"Instruments du Monde","version":"1.0","type":"link"}