Handpan Quality Tests - Delivery in Gdansk

I test everyone handpan, which arrives at Miłość i Spokój – this is our quality standard. In this article, I present a detailed example from a recent delivery: I personally inspected three new units in Gdańsk.

From the maker's production video to my sound tests, I describe the entire process step by step. This way, you'll see how we ensure each instrument meets the highest standards before shipping to you.

Full Handpan Quality Control Process

The process begins with the maker, who sends a production video—the instrument has been tuned and is ready for evaluation. Together, we analyze the quality and decide on acceptance. If any corrections are needed, we report them at this stage.

It then undergoes finishing work and is then shipped to me in Gdansk. Here, I conduct full tests: unboxing, visually inspecting it, playing it for a few minutes, and recording a video with audio captured using a Rode condenser microphone—no effects, just as it sounds.

I check eight key criteria: note clarity (solo and dynamic), volume balance, chord harmonies, dynamic range, long, warm sustain, spacious sound, tuning stability, and overall playability (meditation, ethnic). If everything is in order, the handpan is shipped to the customer as a final product. Otherwise, it returns for retuning. Only a fully tested instrument is delivered to the customer.

A video from Maker's Production

Here's a video showing how your handpan is made in the maker's workshop:

The videos from the makers (located below in "Last Delivery Unpacking and Visual Tests") show the finished pieces after tuning – we evaluate them together before moving on to the next steps. At the maker's, we perform: steel shaping, hammering and calibrating the notes, preliminary tunes. 432/440 Hz. All recordings are authentic, unedited.

Unpacking the Last Delivery and Visual Testing

After finishing touches, the package arrives. I immediately check:

• Surface: natural hammer-struck texture, no deep scratches or dents? Paint even and free of bubbles?
• Completeness: all notes, bag?
• Condition after transport: no dents or damage?

Everything was in perfect condition with this delivery. Time for some sound testing.

Sound Test Results from the Last Delivery

Here are the detailed results for three units from this shipment. Each has passed my tests and is ready to ship.

TEST 1: Handpan D Kurd 10 Silver Spiral 432 Hz

Perfect for meditation and beginners.

• Film maker (finished copy): production sound test.
• My test in Gdansk: TEST 1 D Kurd 10 432 Srebrna Spirala.
• Buy now: Handpan D Kurd 10 Stainless Steel Premium Steel.

Result: Clean notes, long, warm sustain, perfect spiral. Passed 100%.

TEST 2: Handpan D Kurd 12 Premium Stainless Steel 440 Hz

For composers and performers.

• Film maker (finished copy): production sound test.
• My test: TEST 2 D Kurd 12 440 Hz.
• Buy now: Handpan D Kurd 12 Steel Premium 440/432 Hz.

Result: Broad harmonics, stable 440 Hz. Perfect for concerts.

TEST 3: Handpan Mutant D Aegean 20 Low Pitch 432 Hz

For advanced players – full immersion.

• Film maker (finished copy): production sound test.
• My test: TEST 3 Aegean 20.
• Buy now: Handpan D Aegean 20 Tones Low Pitch.

Result: Deep low pitch, zero chaos in 20 notes. Top!

Example Summary – What's Next for Deliveries?

This delivery is a pattern: all three OK. More tests coming soon – subscribe to the channel Miłość i Spokój on YT. Thanks to testing, you can be sure of quality.

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