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Regardless of whether you already have some musical experience or you are a complete beginner, a tongue drum is certainly one of the most interesting musical instruments that you should definitely get to know and try out. It is a beautiful sounding and easy to play element that is accessible to everyone. It does not require years of practice or cost a fortune in euros, as a drum kit does.

The tongue drum is not an electronic percussion instrument , but a very epic one, so we wanted to create a guide for it.

What makes the Tongue Drum so unique are the many possibilities that arise when playing the tongue drum or listening to its peaceful sound world. For beginners, children , amateurs and professional musicians, playing a lotus drum can mean that they can unleash creativity, improve concentration, and reduce anxiety or stress.

The steel tongue drum is ideal for meditating to its sound, practicing a yoga session while playing, and contributing to emotional healing. When you buy a tongue drum, you will be investing in more than just a musical instrument : it will offer you relaxation, play, and a new connection to yourself. And the best part? You can learn to play a tongue drum quickly.

Our tongue drum - Sonodrum - is the result of combining our passion for creation with our musical curiosity. We are pleased to welcome you to our website and shop and are happy to help you find your instrument . Please contact us if you have any questions.

Grab a steel tongue drum and start enjoying it today.

What is a Tongue Drum

The tongue drum is a percussion instrument from the group of idiophones, which means that the material from which the instrument is made produces the sound itself. The steel tongue drum is made of steel .

They can also be found in wood, bamboo or other materials such as shells, mussels or washed wood. It has no membrane, no strings and you will not see any external resonator to achieve the sound. The instrument is also called hank drum, tank drum , steel tongue drum.

The sounds of the tongue drum are produced by the vibrating oscillations of the body of the device. If you want to buy a tongue drum , you can choose from different models. Our sets always include tongue drum instructions .

It looks a little like a UFO. The sound is unique and pleasant and is created by hitting a " tongue". The number of tongues depends on the product. Each individual tongue produces a different tone and a different note .

Tongue Drum Test – how good is our tongue drum

You can find one or two tongue drum tests on the internet . We recommend the tongue drum test on this website: fitforhohhy.de. Our model of the steel tongue drum was chosen as the most popular model and was therefore the tongue drum test winner in this category .

But why has Sonodrum become so successful in 2021 ? Here are some advantages of the Sonodrum Tongue Drums that you will benefit from when you order one of the products from our range.

• Each set includes:
• Tongue Drum
• Mallets
• Bag / carrying case for easy transport
• Tongue Drum Sheet Music and Instructions

So you can create tongue drum songs right away .

• Sonodrum tongue drums are made of high-quality steel, which also has a scratch-resistant coating.
• You can find the tongue drum in 2 scales, C and D major.
• Customer service is always there for you, even after your purchase.
• Shipping is free.

Instead of having to learn music theory to classify chords and notes like with many other melodic instruments, you can immediately focus on the dynamics (loud, soft, structure, tone) and rhythmic progressions. You can learn to play the tongue drum almost without even noticing it.

Buying a tongue drum – what should you pay attention to?

Develop your creativity and musicality with an instrument that has a unique and captivating sound that is both intuitive and melodic.

The different tongue drums

There are three types of tongue drums:

1. the acoustic tongue drum,
2. the electro-acoustic tongue drum and
3. the multi-scale tongue drum.

Each has its own special features!

The acoustic tongue drum is a wonderful instrument for meditation or yoga, it is very intuitive and therefore allows the musician to quickly enjoy it, even if he has no musical knowledge!

The Tongue Drum Electro-Acoustic has the advantage of offering a wide range of possibilities. It is connected via a jack plug and has a microphone for unparalleled performance.

The Tongue Drum Multiscale , for example, combines all the features of an electro-acoustic tongue drum and an acoustic tongue drum thanks to a tuning system that allows you to reach up to 6 different scales!

Sonodrum offers the premium version and the standard tongue drum , both in the scales C and D major .

Product tips Tongue Drum

•     Sharpen your ears, find tongue drum YouTube videos (type in " hand pan" or "tongue pan ") and browse from link to link to hear many different videos. Put on headphones to better hear the subtleties of each instrument: the timbre , the tuning, the sustain, the balance between the notes , the dynamics of the instrument, etc. The tongue drum notes always sound different.

•     Now that you have chosen the sounds you like, make note of the models you like. You will find that you will quickly be able to distinguish between those that sound like pots and pans and those that are well made.
  
  
•       In addition to listening to the quality of the instruments, listen to the different scales and write down which ones you like. They can be low or high, minor or major, oriental or less typical, jazzy, Celtic, etc. You can usually find the name of the scale and/or its notes in the description of the video or in the video itself. Take as much information as possible with you so that you can communicate correctly with the seller on the day of your "order".
  
  
•       Make sure that the dealer offers customer service in case the instrument goes out of tune, for example.
  
  
•     It is better to wait a few days and make the "right" purchase than to purchase an instrument that you will not be happy with. Until a few months ago, buyers would impulsively jump at the chance to buy the tongue drum because it was so hard to find one. Things are changing, be a little more patient. The other reason is that a poor quality drum is harder to resell.
  
  
•     Pay attention to the size of the drums, as children require smaller diameters (measured in inches and centimeters). Beginners also like to choose smaller and simpler models.

Don't worry, our products are so high quality that you can still sell them even after long use if you wish. The Tongue Drum children's models are sold more quickly and are sought after second-hand.

Sonodrum Tongue Drum soothing sounds – easy to play

The range of possible sounds and notes on a Sonodrum is limitless. The majority of tongue drum players want to play with their fingers, as this offers the most diverse sound possibilities. The flexibility of the human hand allows for better dynamics. Chords can also be played with two fingers at the same time and the beat frequency is higher.

Our steel tongue drum has a particularly soothing sound because it is based on the major scales of C and D.

The mallets that accompany each item produce a completely different sound effect and sustain than your hands.

How do you play a tongue drum?

Sit cross-legged or on a stool and place the instrument on your legs. It is advisable to position it so that the lowest note is facing you and the highest note is opposite you.

Be careful not to cover the entire area under the tongue drum with your legs so that the resonance is not affected. If you cover this hollow space with your legs or a pillow, for example, the sound of the tongue drum will be more muffled. To avoid this dull sound, you need to spread your legs a little so that the tongue drum has space underneath.

No musical or technical knowledge is required to start playing. Learning to play/tongue drum is easy. You just have to go with the flow without thinking about the notes you are going to play. There is no need to follow a score to play the steel tongue drum . Since all the notes are in tune, there is no chance of making wrong notes!

Get free tongue drum sheet music from Sonodrum or free tongue drum songs .

Conclusion Tongue Drum

As the tongue drum test winner , we know what we're talking about! The tongue drum is THE instrument of the moment that everyone should try at least once. It can relieve your stress, give you extra motivation during your jammin' session or give your children a lot of fun as they get to know the first sounds and notes of their lives. A baby loves the sound and can calm down quickly if it gets angry!

Sonodrum has different models of tongue drums, so you will definitely find your favorite model.

 

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