11-Note Steel Tongue Drum

Discover the tongue drum, an instrument that anyone can play

The key word when percussionists talk about the tongue drum is "accessibility." Accessibility, because from the very first minutes, anyone can easily play melodies without ever having studied music theory. Its simplicity is similar to the small xylophones that are usually given to young children. The difference is that on the tongue drum, the different notes are not represented by colors, but by numbers. Also, the sounds are much more pleasant to listen to. As a result, this instrument with its curious and intriguing design will only play the right notes, much to the satisfaction of its user. In addition, Instruments du Monde offers online tutorials to help you get the most out of this percussion instrument. Ideal for beginners, the tongue drum is perfect for discovering new sounds. Get yourself a tongue drum and start playing today.

Enjoy the therapeutic effects of the tank drum

For several decades now, and especially since the global COVID-19 pandemic, anxiety and stress have been on the rise. More and more people feel stressed in their daily lives without really having a solution to this problem. The steel tongue drum, also known as the tank drum, was not originally intended to calm people’s minds. However, its tones quickly proved soothing for most players. Researchers then set out to determine whether this sound instrument offered any real therapeutic benefits, and the results were positive. To cite just one example, in 2014, researchers at the University of Vermont in the US revealed that playing this instrument reduces levels of cortisol, the stress hormone, leading to a drop in blood pressure. Discover the benefits of this instrument and incorporate it into your daily life for optimal relaxation.

Discover the American influence on the tongue drum

In many cases, musical instruments do not have a single origin and were invented based on an existing, but less sophisticated, model. Improvements were then devised by various artists and luthiers, who gradually developed musical instruments that were close to perfection. That’s exactly what happened with the tongue drum. Drawing heavily on American influences from Jim Doble’s Whale Drum, the tongue drum was also inspired by other instruments such as the Aztec teponaztli, the Swiss handpan, and the Tambiro by Felle Vega, a musician from the Dominican Republic. Simple to manufacture yet delivering proven sonic finesse, the first tongue drum models invented by Dennis Havlena in Michigan featured neodymium magnets on the instrument’s tongues for precise tuning. Enrich your musical experience with American vibes today.

Take your music anywhere with the portable tank drum

Like a Bluetooth speaker that can play songs anywhere as long as you still have battery life, the tongue drum is a truly portable percussion instrument, allowing you to compose tunes absolutely anywhere, with only your imagination as your limit. Relatively lightweight and extremely sturdy, this small instrument won’t weigh you down on your travels. A faithful travel companion, you can be sure that you will always be able to relax with music, or treat an expected or unexpected audience to a concert of soft, warm vibrations. Express your creativity freely with the tank drum and enjoy unique musical moments. Order the model of your choice today to enrich your musical experience.

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.

Returns and exchanges: not satisfied with your order? Not sure if this product is right for you? We’ve got you covered! Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery, and you don’t need to provide a reason. Shop with peace of mind.

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.