"My first purchase was for my husband, who’s just getting started on the tongue drum. I’m very happy with the product, and the prep and shipping times were exactly as promised."
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Develop your spiritual practice with the tongue drum
Enhance your yoga sessions with this steel tongue drum!
Incorporate the steel tongue drum into your yoga practice
When spirituality meets music, the steel tongue drum for yoga takes center stage. Why is this sonic gem so popular with wellness enthusiasts? Designed to complement yogic practice, it produces soothing vibrations that help harmonize body and mind. More than just an instrument, it becomes a meditative companion, a grounding presence that strengthens your inner connection. Going beyond a purely physical routine, sound yoga is a beautiful alternative that uses the voice as well as musical instruments to deepen moments of meditation. Sit in lotus position with the steel tongue drum resting on your thighs, and you’ll find it easy to play a few notes with your fingers or a pair of mallets, letting the sound and vibrations support your focus like a mantra. Combine breathing, posture, and music—order your steel tongue drum today.
Free gift:
An exclusive instruction booklet
A protective natural jute braid
A rigid fabric carrying bag
2 mallets
4 silicone finger protectors
A set of stickers to place on the tongues to help with memorization
Technical specifications of the steel tongue drum for yoga
Instrument family: percussion – idiophone
Diameter: 14 in (35 cm)
Number of notes: 15
Key: C major
Frequency: 440 hertz
Material: stainless steel
Weight: 6 lb 10 oz (3 kg)
Is budget a key factor for you? Then opt for the affordable tongue drum, which offers excellent value for money. With a model like this, playing becomes incredibly accessible. You can also find all our promotions by visiting the page featuring all our tongue drums.
Learn to play the tank drum with ease
Many music teachers will tell you that a large number of students give up their instrument after a few months or weeks. Most of the time, it’s because they didn’t anticipate the difficulty or the time this new skill would take. Discouragement sets in, and they quit. With the tank drum, it’s a completely different story. It’s a sound instrument that’s very easy to play: simply strike the tongue-shaped cutouts and you’ll reliably produce a clear, melodic note. Extremely rewarding for beginners, the tongue drum is perfect for aspiring percussionists who simply want to have fun playing songs with surprisingly little effort. Purchase a tank drum and step into a one-of-a-kind musical universe.
Reduce your stress with the Zen drum
The Zen drum is another name for the tongue drum. It wasn’t an official name chosen by Dennis Havlena, its inventor, but players around the world adopted it because they quickly felt a sense of calm when playing. And it’s true: most listeners feel transported into a space of peace and tranquility. Given this, studies looked into the topic. One of them, a 2014 study by the University of Vermont, showed that playing this instrument reduces cortisol levels, the stress hormone, and can also improve sleep quality. Benefits were observed when people played the tongue drum for a few minutes right before going to bed. Join this therapeutic symphony and fall in love with a percussion instrument that’s naturally relaxing.
Discover the origins of the American tank drum
Although it’s very popular among percussionists, the tongue drum isn’t a massive breakthrough in sound engineering. The Aztec civilization had already developed a similar instrument, made of solid wood, called the teponaztli. In 1990, an American named Jim Doble created the Whale Drum, which is almost identical to the tongue drum. Then, in 2000, the shape of the handpan, along with its note layout, inspired the tongue drum. Finally, musician Felle Vega’s Tambiro, released in 2005, was also made from a recycled gas cylinder—much like the tongue drum a few months later. By subtly combining the strengths of each of these instruments, the modern tongue drum was born in Dennis Havlena’s small workshop in the United States in 2007. Immerse yourself in this wonderful musical heritage—get your own tongue drum today.
Take your musical inspiration with you with the tongue drum
The tongue drum was initially designed in metal, mainly to achieve tones that only this material can produce. Another benefit of this design choice is that the end result is a musical instrument of exceptional strength and durability. As a result, the tongue drum can easily slip into a bag or suitcase so you can take it anywhere. This can be especially important for musicians who feel most inspired when connected to nature. For performers who are constantly on the move, this sound instrument offers nothing but advantages. Explore your creativity without limits and succumb to the charm of this beautiful tongue drum.
Warranty: when you order from Instruments du Monde, a French company, every item comes with our 2-year limited warranty, in addition to any implied warranties provided under applicable state law.
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 on orders over $59.
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.
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