Authentic Handpan allows you to make no compromises regarding price, sound, and quality of materials. It features 9 tone fields and a G Kurd scale, making it ideal for beginners. The central bass note (ding) is tuned to G3, surrounded by tones A4, F4, D4, DIS (Eb4), G4, A#4 (bB4), D5 What material was used to manufacture the handpan? Mostly in this price category, you will find handpans made of nitrided steel, which have a shorter resonance than a handpan made of stainless steel like ours. We were not allowed to make compromises in sound quality. Moreover, the thickness of the steel is 1.2 mm. What is the process of manufacturing our handpan? First and foremost, two mechanically shaped halves in the shape of a wok are firmly connected. Then, in a precise craft process, tone fields are pressed into the material. After creating a "rough structure", individual tones are tuned. The handpan is protected by a sturdy rubber ring with a decorative jute rope. Who is Handpan Authentic potential for? We recommend the Authentic Handpan for beginners. This easily playable musical instrument is available in a scale or tuning that is also optimal for beginners, quality corresponding to the price. G Kurd tuning is popular not only among handpan novices but also among those who prefer intuitive play and do not want to stress with a certain sequence of notes or dissonant tones. You can thus enjoy a long resonance more freely and meditatively. Those who enrich a picnic in the park or bonfire with music may not want to risk an instrument worth thousands of euros. The Authentic Handpan is ideal for such a purpose, as it not only has an excellent sound but is also robust and rust-free. How to take care of the handpan and how to handle it Although a padded bag is included in the delivery, as with any musical instrument, we recommend handling the handpan with great care. Cleaning its surface with a soft cloth and occasional treatment with a cleaning agent, which you will find in our assortment, will not hurt either. Occasional spraying of the rubber ring, for example with silicone oil, will only benefit the rubber. What weighs more on Handpan Authentic than on other handpans in this price category? After playing on various handpans, from cheap to expensive, our Handpan Authentic shows our long-term experience and skill of instrument manufacturers. Compared to other handpans in this price range, Authentic appears much higher quality, thanks to high-quality stainless steel and a beautiful reverberation. If you are looking for an affordable handpan that also has a great sound, our Authentic Handpan is the right choice. Can you really expect a quality instrument for this price? The answer is unequivocally yes! We work directly with instrument manufacturers and can offer this quality instrument at an attractive price. Dimensions: Diameter 46 cm - 18" Steel thickness 1.2mm Weight: 3kg Packaging content: Handpan Padded case (nylon) Summary list of tone fields Frequently asked questions (FAQ) Playing sticks Cleaning cloth