Beginner Handpan - D Minor Kurd Scale

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If you’re ready to move beyond the limitations of factory-made, internationally sourced handpans, the Dii Beginner Handpan is your next step. Designed for new players who value quality from the start—or anyone upgrading from a generic import—this instrument offers rich tone, precision tuning, and handcrafted artistry that elevates every note you play.

Tuned to the beloved D Minor Kurd scale, this handpan features nine carefully balanced notes on the top shell: (D) A Bb C D E F G A

It’s a scale known for its soulful, cinematic sound—versatile enough for improvisation, meditative playing, or even group collaboration.

What truly sets this handpan apart is its craftsmanship, quality, durability, and affordability—perfect for anyone starting their handpan journey. Built from low-carbon steel with a protective powder-coat finish and meticulously handcrafted in the USA by Dave Beery, this instrument is designed to resist water, salt water, perspiration, and mild acids, so you can play with confidence in almost any environment, features that mass-produced drums simply can’t match.

With a comfortable 20-inch diameter and a unique dark blue-grey finish accented by shimmering highlights of emerald, gold, and sapphire, the Beginner Handpan is as beautiful to look at as it is to play. Each drum’s color is created in the kiln, ensuring every instrument is one-of-a-kind.

Key Features:

• Perfect for First-Time Players or Serious Beginners
  Easy to pick up, with enough richness to keep inspiring you as your skills grow.

• USA-Built and Tuned by Dave Beery
  Skip the guesswork of factory imports—each drum is handcrafted and finely tuned for a resonant, balanced tone you can trust.

• Durable, Premium Materials
  Powder-coated low-carbon steel resists rust, corrosion, and environmental wear.
  

• Distinctive Color and Finish
  Blue-grey base with accents of emerald, gold, and sapphire, sealed with a clear matte coat.
  

Specifications:

• Scale: 9-Note D Minor Kurd (D) A, Bb, C, D, E, F, G, A

• Material: Low-Carbon Steel

• Tuning: A-440 Hz

• Diameter: 20 inches

• Finish: Blue-Grey with Emerald, Gold & Sapphire Accents

• Builder: Handcrafted and tuned by Dave Beery