{"product_id":"handpan-18-notes","title":"18-Note Handpan","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSee what’s possible with an instrument that offers a wide note range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/iMcd4UBjv-0?si=t7cOMyzflP6vW38Q\" title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGo big and let this outstanding 18-note handpan win you over!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCount on this 18-note handpan to elevate your musical performances\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile handpans usually have 8, 9, or 10 notes, this model features an exceptional 18. Eleven notes are placed on the upper shell, while the remaining seven are on the lower shell. This gives you a percussion instrument that lets you push your creativity further. The notes on this handpan are tuned to an E Mixolydian scale, so you can dive into a soundscape that feels both bright and subtly hazy. Plus, thanks to its natural flow, the Mixolydian mode is wonderfully suited to improvisation. You’ll find it easy to connect the \u003cstrong\u003e18 notes on this handpan\u003c\/strong\u003e, crafted entirely from high-quality stainless steel. Choose between classic 440 Hz and the more mystical 432 Hz, then add this instrument to your cart.\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 with 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\u003e\nA cleaning cloth\u003cbr\/\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications of the 18-note handpan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument family: percussion – idiophone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of notes: 18\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: E Mixolydian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency: 440 or 432 Hz\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\u003e\nMaterial: high-hardness stainless steel, 0.047 in (1.2 mm) thick\u003cbr\/\u003e\n\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\u003eLooking for a simpler, more budget-friendly model? The ideal choice is our \u003ca href=\"__linkproduct1\" title=\"__linkproduct1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ehigh-quality handpan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, which has only 9 notes to help keep the price down. Or filter by number of notes within \u003ca href=\"__linkcollection1\" title=\"__linkcollection1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eour handpan collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to find the perfect match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImmerse yourself in the medieval and family-friendly adventure of the Castle Handpan Festival\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Castle Handpan Festival, France’s first medieval fantasy event, takes place at 1 rue de l’Église in Frasne-le-Château. Organized by Étienne Salmon, this wheelchair-accessible event offers a family-friendly lineup: storytelling for children ages 3 and up, a face-painting workshop, a best costume contest, trollball, and an escape room. You can also join music workshops, try beginner aerial silks and dragon dance classes, or watch a spectacular fire show. A craft market features jewelry, medieval clothing, and tank drums. The raffle, with two handpans and a tongue drum up for grabs, plus more than 30 additional prizes, adds to the festive atmosphere. Tickets are $25 for adults and $8 for guests under 18, and children under 10 get in free. Experience a medieval journey with storytelling and fire shows while \u003cstrong\u003eplaying your lightweight, portable handpan\u003c\/strong\u003e. Buy your handpan and join this event for two unforgettable days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLearn from books and reference methods for handpans\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeveral books dedicated to the handpan have enriched music literature since 2015. Marko West’s \"Handpan: Techniques and Improvisation\" offers progressive exercises for beginners, while Sarah Byrd’s \"The Art of the Handpan\" combines theory, compositions, and QR codes for video tutorials. For music therapy, Lina Rossi has published Handpan for Meditation, which focuses on sophrology practices. Finally, Johan Jansen traces the history of the Hang and the handpan in Captain Hang. Available in both French and English, these books offer graphic scores along with guidance on maintenance and tuning. They enable novice and experienced players alike to expand their repertoire and explore rare scales. Incorporating these methods into your practice will accelerate your progress and enrich your creativity. Invest in the best references and \u003cstrong\u003eget yourself a handpan\u003c\/strong\u003e to put these techniques into practice today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiscover the influence of the gong and gamelan on the handpan\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHang\u003c\/strong\u003e and the handpan owe part of their sound to Southeast Asia: PANArt was inspired by Balinese gamelans and Chinese gongs to incorporate a central dome structure that controls the upper partials. This shape, proven over centuries, has been adapted to the two Pang nitrided steel shells to balance the warmth of the harmonics and the clarity of the notes. Artisans such as Echo Sound Sculpture (Ezhan) and Bellart (Luis Martin Eguiguren Garrido) have adopted these principles for their own models, while Pantheon Steel and Spacedrum are now exploring new alloys. The result is an instrument capable of evoking both the depth of a gong and the polyphony of a gamelan. Experience this cultural and acoustic fusion—order your own handpan today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImmerse yourself in the sound of the Hang during your Zen workshops\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe history of the handpan began in 2000 at PANArt in Bern, where Felix Rohner and Sabrina Schärer created the Hang by combining an Asian gong, an Indian ghatam, and an alpine bell. Tuned according to a 1:2:3 ratio—fundamental, octave, and fifth—each note generates a \u003cstrong\u003ewealth of harmonics used in art therapy\u003c\/strong\u003e and music therapy to relieve stress. To preserve the instrument’s exclusivity, the creators required a written explanation of your motivation before selling you one, and they stopped production in 2014, making brand-new instruments nearly impossible to find. Inspired by this success, artisans in Europe, America, and Asia now produce handpans, preserving the traditional methods of hammering and tuning. These instruments fit perfectly into yoga sessions, sound massages, and guided meditations, helping release tension and intrusive thoughts. Get a handcrafted handpan for an unparalleled sound experience and transform your wellness workshops.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Instruments du Monde","offers":[{"title":"440 Hertz","offer_id":51413093744979,"sku":"Handpan-18-Notes-440-Hz","price":2499.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"432 Hertz","offer_id":51413093777747,"sku":"Handpan-18-Notes-432-Hz","price":2499.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0554\/9454\/1508\/files\/Handpan-18-notes.jpg?v=1769161639","url":"https:\/\/instruments-du-monde.com\/en\/products\/18-note-handpan","provider":"Instruments du Monde","version":"1.0","type":"link"}