With the development of handpan, more and more players are beginning to pursue better sound quality. The production of a good handpan requires not only good production technology, but also the selection of materials is crucial. Today, let's go into the world of handpan raw materials with Raysen and learn about different materials!
•Nitrided steel:
Made from low carbon steel that has been nitrided, it has higher strength and corrosion resistance. The sound is crisp and pure, the sustain is short, the pitch structure is more stable, and it can withstand greater playing intensity. During the performance, it has a wider dynamic range and is suitable for playing fast-paced songs. The handpan made of nitrided steel is heavy, cheap, and easy to rust.
Raysen Nitrided 10 notes D kurd:
•Stainless steel:
There are many types, and the metallic properties of different substances are different. The stainless steel used in handpans is mostly low in carbon content and has similar properties to iron. It has low magnetic hardness, high plasticity and toughness, and is resistant to oxidation and corrosion. It is suitable for music therapy and has a long sustain. It is suitable for beginners. The overall weight and price are moderate, and it is not easy to rust.
Raysen Stainless steel 10 notes D kurd:
•Ember Steel:
A higher quality stainless steel, mostly used to make higher quality handpans. Handpans made of ember steel have longer sustain, soft feel, and sound when tapped lightly. The first choice for music therapy, suitable for making multi-notes handpan and low-pitch handpans. It is lighter, more expensive, and not easy to rust. It is the preferred raw material for those who are looking for a better sound quality experience.
Raysen Ember steel 10+4 D kurd:
The following table can more intuitively reflect the differences between the three raw materials:
| Material |
Sound quality |
Applicable places |
Weight |
Price |
Maintenance |
| Nitrided steel | Clear and pure soundShort sustain | Fast-paced performance | Heavy | Low | Easy to rust |
|
Stainless steel |
Long sustain
|
Music therapy
|
Heavy
|
Moderate |
Not easy to rust |
|
Ember steel |
Longer sustain, handpan Light |
Sound Music therapy Multi-tone and low-pitch handpans |
Light |
High
|
Not easy to rust |
We hope this blog can help you choose a handpan. Raysen can customize the handpan you need, whether it is a regular-scale handpan or a multi-note handpan. You can choose the handpan you want from the raw materials in Raysen. For more information, please consult~
