Instruments come and go, but the Hang Drum is different. It's unique shape sets it apart as a new instrument to watch, an instrument that you don't have to learn how to play.

With no strings or keys, the first thing you'll notice about the Hang Drum when music starts emanating from its two concave faces, will be its richness of tone-not just because sounds resonate around inside this pleasantly weighted drum, but also thanks to its distinctive open-ended design which creates an ambient soundscape for any room in which it resides

The hang drum is a heartwarming instrument that adds rhythm to your life. It's perfect for anyone who loves their music, but doesn't have the time or patience for an intimidating percussion set. If you're looking for a new instrument to spend your time on, this one definitely won't disappoint! 

Already looking for Handpans for Sale? Here are a few things you should consider to get the most out of your hang drum journey!

How It Sounds

Be familiar with how hang drums should sound by watching and listening to videos and covers. Listen for the tone, sustain, tuning, balance between notes, and the dynamics when buying a hang drum.

Is the instrument tuned accurately? Does a note or two sound “off” from the rest?

For example, a good hang drum should have a tone that has a rich deep sound as the two hemispheres are tuned to octaves. A single note has a bright and rich timbre that fills space with resonance. Playing the instrument should resonate in a way that draws you into the music and leaves you wanting to play for hours at a time. 

How It Feels

Hang drums are a type of drum that is easy to play and great for beginners, so a quality hang drum should be. 

Is it easy on the hand? Does producing deep and bass sound require hard strikes? 

Aside from how the instrument feels, you should also ask how you feel about it. Is the price too good to be true? Does the hang drum come with a protection guarantee or warranty? Does the maker have a good reputation? Trust your instincts, even if you do not have ample musical background. 

A hang drum is not your average percussion instrument. The soft bongo-like beat grabs you magnetically and invades your heavy thoughts until all that's left is focused attention to every note being played beneath fingers on aged goatskin. There are some who say that they can hear phantoms: priests singing scriptures with an honest reverence for their religion and saints bleating shrilly at strange angels only they see."

The sound that the hang drum makes changes depending on where you strike it, which gives players a lot of creative room. It just goes to show how versatile such an ordinary sounding object can be! To make the most out of your hang drum experience, make sure that the instrument works for you!