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Sela Harmony Handpan F L Pygmy 211

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Handpan

  • Tuning: F Low Pygmy (440 Hz)
  • Tones: F3/G3, G#3, C4, D#4, F4, G4, G#4, C5
  • Material: Stainless steel
  • Professionally tuned
  • Handmade
  • Colour: Gold
  • Includes a padded bag with backpack straps
  • Available since November 2020
  • Item number 506417
  • Sales Unit 1 piece(s)
  • Material Stainless Steel
  • Type Handpan
17.990 kr
All prices incl. VAT
In stock within about one week
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Rhythm and melody

The Sela Harmony Handpan F Low Pygmy 211 is an ingenious combination of percussion and melody; because of its fixed key, capable by design of only the correct notes, even players without any prior musical knowledge can coax harmonious, immersive, and deeply resonant sounds out of it seemingly effortlessly. It consists of two thin stainless steel bowls that are shaped by hand and then joined together: On the top is the playing surface with the tone fields, and underneath is the resonance hole, also called the gu. The manufacturing process of the Sela Harmony Handpans is extremely complex, as the artisan who tunes them must hammer each individual tone field to achieve exactly the right note – with each tuned section also affecting the tuning of the other fields. The stainless steel, when worked in this way, offers optimal resonance for long sustain.

Sela Harmony Handpan F Low Pygmy 211

With intuition and instinct

Handpans are made by hand to be played by hand. The small dome in the middle of the Sela Harmony Handpan F Low Pygmy 211 produces the lowest note (F3, 440Hz), also called the central note. Surrounding this point, the eight other tone fields are arranged in a circle (G3, G#3, C4, D#4, F4, G4, G#4, C5), although the sequence of notes progresses from left to right, for a natural, instinctive playfeel. All notes are on the intense and expressive D minor scale. The tone fields are played by tapping or striking them with the fingers or the ball of the thumb; they respond sensitively and clearly to the slightest touch. Depending on where the tone field is struck, players can also generate partial tones and use the 'empty' areas between the tone fields for percussive accents. Handpans are usually played while seated and placed on the legs, although there are also stands available that allow musicians to play while standing, and even use several handpans at once.

Sela Harmony Handpan F Low Pygmy 211

Subtle, soothing rhythms

Admittedly, the Sela Harmony Handpan F Low Pygmy 211 is not an entry-level instrument in terms of price, a result of the craftsmanship involved in making each one: However, by no means is it only suitable for professional musicians. Even beginners with no knowledge of musical notation can quickly summon fascinating soundscapes from this instrument, simply by playing it instinctively. And with a little practice and the right playing technique, complex rhythms, two-part melodies, and chords (e.g. Fm, G#, and Cm) soon become a reality, too. There is something meditative and spiritual about playing a handpan: Their sound is soothing, yet mysterious, and simply captivating. Apart from a pair of hands, only a subtle awareness of rhythm is needed to completely enchant an audience.

About Sela Percussion

With its motto "The Soul of Sound", Sela Percussion has been developing and producing exceptional cajons for discerning musicians for over 20 years. Sela cajons are manufactured and developed exclusively in Germany, to the highest standards of quality and with ease of use in mind. With innovative features such as the adjustable snare system, "clap corners", and the very practical "Pro Snare On/Off Mechanism", Sela cajons offer a wealth of sonic possibilities. Sela Percussion has now expanded its product range to include handmade handpans which, thanks to their ethereal sound, are guaranteed take both musicians and their audiences on a spiritual journey.

So resonant, so robust

With to its unique timbre and lengthy sustain, the Sela Harmony Handpan F Low Pygmy 211 is predestined for use in spiritual activities, for example in a yoga studio at home. Although this instrument sounds very good on its own, it's equally well suited to making music together with other percussion instruments or guitars. The matte golden stainless steel body is a real eye-catcher, as well as being able to withstand almost any weather – so a sudden rain shower during a jam session in the park will simply be refreshing! According to the manufacturer, even mild acids (perspiration, for instance) won't harm the Sela Harmony Handpan. Thanks to its fine, nuanced response, this special musical instrument is of course also ideal for recording sessions in the studio.

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Wunderschönes Instrument mit tollem Klang
Areven 01.12.2020
Die Handpan kam sicher verpackt in einem festen Karton sowie Styropor an. Es lag ein Sound-Zertifikat des Herstellers sowie ein Pflegehinweis bei.
Da ich bisher nur auf meiner Zungentrommel (RAV Vast2 D Celtic Minor) gespielt habe, war ich von der Leichtigkeit der Handpan überrascht. Da sie im Vergleich zur Zungentrommel doch recht voluminös ist hatte ich mit mehr Gewicht gerechnet.
Das Spiel auf der Handpan funktioniert sehr leicht, da die Klangfelder nur ganz sanft angeschlagen werden müssen, um voll zu klingen (im Vergleich hierzu benötigt man bei der Zungentrommel etwas mehr Kraft). Ich bin von dem Klang der Handpan fasziniert. Besonders durch das kraftvolle Mitteltonfeld lassen sich klasse Grooves spielen. Generell lädt die Handpan dazu ein, das Tonfeld immer wieder neu zu erkunden und eigene Tonfolgen zu kreieren.
Aus meiner Sicht ist dieses wunderschöne Instrument jeden Cent wert und wird mir noch lange Freude bereiten.
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