“What is the material of the handpan? Stainless steel or Nitrided handpan?” Many beginners always ask this question. Therefore, what is the difference between these two kinds of handpans?
Today, you will get the answer from this article and we hope that you will find the most suitable handpan for yourself.
In order to differ both of them directly, their difference will be shown in the below chart for your reference.
| Product Category: Nitrided Handpan | Product Category: Stainless steel Handpan |
| Characteristic:
l Volume: louder l Sustain: shorter l The suitable venue: Outdoor but dry l Rusting degree: Easy to rust and need more frequent maintenance l Sound frequency: deep and thick l Avoid contact with moisture l Better for outdoor activities and busking playing |
Characteristic:
l Volume: lower l Sustain: longer l The suitable venue: Quiet room and closed space, can be used on the beach or humid places l Rusting degree: Less likely to rust and need proper maintenance l Sound frequency: Soft and warm l Avoid prolonged direct sunlight l Better for yoga, meditation and sound bath |
Nitrided Handpan, the raw material chosen is a kind of nitride steel which is suitable for fast rhythm. It has a stronger feel, a deeper, thicker tone, and a louder, more effective sound transmission, so it is more suitable for playing outdoors or in less quiet environments. As the material itself is stronger, it can be used for many years under proper protection. However, since nitrided steel is more prone to rust, it requires long-term maintenance to avoid contact with moisture to accelerate the speed of rust.
Stainless steel handpan, the raw material chosen is a kind of stainless steel suitable for slow tempo and long melody playing. It is sensitive to the touch, has a lighter sound, lower volume, longer sustain, and is more suitable for playing in a relatively closed and quiet environment. Since it does not rust easily, we often see players playing it on the beach or in relatively humid areas. However, stainless steel tends to conduct heat, so avoid prolonged heat and direct sunlight that may cause it to go out of tune.
In a nutshell, different materials can provide different experience. When you choose your own handpan, please consider where and for what you will use it. If you want to get the most suitable handpan, you also can contact our staffs to choose. And we hope that all of you can find your best handpan partner with the help of this article.
