Handpan F#3 low Pygmy 15 (12+3) - Warm, Low Register Premium Stainless Steel
Handpan F#3 low Pygmy 15 (12+3) is a mutant with Mystical Series, crafted from premium stainless steel. The low register of the F#3 produces a warm, earthy tone with long sustain—the same type of warm, intimate sound I reach for when playing live at quieter events.
Fifteen paths of inspiration
Fifteen carefully tuned fields open up a wide palette of musical possibilities. The central F#3 ding leads the way through the circle of sounds, seamlessly transitioning through the rich tonal range of the upper dome: G#3, A3, C#4, E4, F#4, G#4, A4, C#5, E5, F#5, G#5. Three additional fields on the bottom (D3, B3, E3) give the instrument a new dimension of expression and allow for even greater freedom of improvisation.
Premium Stainless Steel – Steel That Sings
I chose premium stainless steel to ensure each note is full of depth, harmony, and long, mesmerizing sustain. Hand-shaping and tuning make each handpan unique—subtle variations in tone and texture are testament to the authentic craftsmanship.
Technical parameters of the handpan
- Material: Premium Stainless Steel
- Sizeheight: 53 cm
- Scale: F#3 low Pygmy
- Number of sounds: 15
- DING: F#3
- Upper dome: G#3, A3, C#4, E4, F#4, G#4, A4, C#5, E5, F#5, G#5
- Lower dome: (D3) (B3) (E3)
- Costume: 432 Hz (or other, e.g. 440)
- Colour: Gold/Bronze/Silver: spiral/Silver: retro 1,2,3/Gold spiral
- CaseSoft ( free of charge ) / Hard (+ $125)
Your individual Pygmy instrument
Each Handpan F#3 low Pygmy 15(12+3) is made to order. Choose your color, outfit, and case—we'll figure out the rest together.
Note:
For detailed information about colors, please see sample color palette.
Please also note that the patina that develops on the surface of Premium Stainless Steel handpans is not entirely permanent. Over time, the instrument may slightly change color, but this does not affect its sound or tuning. This change is purely cosmetic, giving the instrument a unique, stylish, and unmistakable vintage character.
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Handpan F#3 Low Pygmy 15 - production video for design approval
Handpan F#3 Low Pygmy 15 - video recorded on site after unpacking
FAQ
Q: What does "low" mean in this model name?
A: "F# Low Pygmy" is the established name throughout the handpan world for this particular variation of the Pygmy scale—with the same note layout as other manufacturers' models sold under the same name. The additional three notes on the lower dome (D3, B3, E3) expand the range and provide more improvisational opportunities.
Q: What is a handpan mutant?
A: The Handpan Mutant has notes on both the top and bottom domes. This model has 12 notes on the top and 3 on the bottom, allowing for greater improvisational freedom and added depth of sound.
Q: What material and tuning does this model have?
A: Premium Stainless Steel (Mystic Series) - long sustain and warm tone. Tuned at 432 Hz, other tunings available upon request (e.g., 440 Hz).
