FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
HANDPAN QUESTIONS
HANDPAN SELECTION GUIDE
Mini Handpan
Our Mini Handpan is made of stainless steel and has a diameter of 43 cm. Its smaller size makes it easy to play, especially for individuals with a smaller stature. Although the number of tones is limited, the Mini Handpan still delivers the warm, resonant sound our handpans are renowned for.
Stainless Steel Handpan
Our Stainless Steel Handpan is made of high-quality stainless steel. This material provides the handpan with an exceptionally bright sound and long resonance, making it ideal for a meditative and calm playing style. Additionally, the material is highly rust-resistant and requires minimal maintenance.
Ember Steel Handpan
Our Ember Steel Handpan is crafted from a specially treated type of stainless steel. This unique Ember Steel combines an exceptionally warm sound with an extraordinary long resonance (sustain). It is particularly suited for a calm, meditative playing style. Like Stainless Steel, Ember Steel is rust-resistant and low maintenance, but due to its exclusivity and more time-intensive production process, the delivery time may be longer.
It is important to realize that everyone has their own taste and that the only thing we can advise is to listen carefully to the sound videos and to choose the scale and model Handpan that appeals to you the most. You can't make a wrong choice!
When choosing your first handpan, there are several factors to consider. The most popular and versatile scale is D-Minor (D-Kurd 10). This scale offers a wide range of emotions, from melancholic and sad to joyful and euphoric. The notes complement each other well, allowing you to play intuitively and enjoy a harmonious sound without worrying about wrong notes. D-Minor is also perfect for meditative playing and group play, and there is plenty of online learning material to help you get started.
If you don't have a clear preference for the sound right away, we can definitely recommend D-Minor for beginners. However, other scales, such as F-Pygmy, can also be a good fit for beginners. You will naturally get to know and play the scale. The most important thing when choosing your handpan is to listen to the sound that you find most beautiful and that resonates with you the most. The right handpan for you is the one that speaks to you the most.
We craft our handpans exclusively from Stainless Steel and Ember Steel, both high-quality steels that contribute to the distinctive, dreamy sound of our instruments due to their long resonance.
Stainless Steel : is known for its clear, sparkling sound and long resonance, making it ideal for a meditative and calm playing style. Additionally, the material is highly rust-resistant and requires minimal maintenance.
Ember Steel : offers a warm, deep sound with an extremely long resonance, even slightly longer than Stainless Steel. This steel is also particularly suited for a calm, meditative playing style. Like Stainless Steel, Ember Steel is rust-resistant and low-maintenance, but due to its exclusivity and more time-intensive production process, the delivery time may be longer.
Would you like to know more about the unique properties of these materials? Read our blog about the differences between Stainless Steel and Ember Steel.
The choice between a mini handpan and a standard handpan depends on your needs and preferences. Below are the main differences:
Standard Handpan (53 cm)
This size offers more space for additional notes, allowing for more extensive melodies and sound combinations. It is ideal for players who want to unlock the full potential of a handpan and don’t want to compromise on tone range and versatility. Although slightly less portable, the standard handpan produces a warm, resonant sound that is slightly louder than that of a mini handpan.
Mini Handpan (43 cm)
Lighter and more compact, making it an excellent choice for traveling. The notes are closer together, making it easier to play, especially for people with a smaller build. While the number of notes is limited, the mini handpan still offers the warm, resonant sound our handpans are known for.
In short, choose a standard handpan for maximum musical possibilities or a mini handpan for portability and simplicity. Want to know more? Read all about it in our blog!
We strive to give you a good impression of the instruments we offer through the videos on our website. However, we understand that it may also be desirable to see and play an instrument up close.
In that case, you are more than welcome to visit us at our showroom in Amsterdam to experience the handpans in person. Easily reserve a spot via our calendar. We will take all the time you need, completely without obligation, to help you find the handpan that suits you.
Warranty and Maintenance
Maintaining your handpan is easy and requires little time, especially with Stainless Steel and Ember Steel models. Make sure your handpan is not damaged by bumps or drops. Occasionally clean it with a soft cloth and apply handpan oil to maintain its shine and protection. Avoid direct sunlight or prolonged exposure to moisture. With minimal care, your handpan will continue to sound beautiful for years to come. For more tips, check out our detailed blog! 💚
We guarantee the quality of your handpan first and foremost through our meticulous manual production process. Each handpan is crafted with the utmost care and precision and thoroughly tested, so you receive an instrument that meets our high standards in sound and finish, one that we are proud of.
You receive a 2 year warranty on the tuning of the instrument. This means that if anything goes wrong with the tuning during normal use within this period, we will fix it free of charge. If a problem occurs after this period, you can always contact us for retuning your handpan at a reasonable price.
Additionally, we ensure that your handpan stays in excellent condition by providing you with practical maintenance tips. This way, you can enjoy the beautiful sound for years to come! If you have any questions or need assistance, we're always here to help!
Our handpans are made with care and craftsmanship, and we don’t often get them back for re-tuning. With normal use, most LIDAH handpans can last 3, 5, or even more than 7 years without needing re-tuning. Our handpans are built to last. If you feel that one of the notes on your LIDAH handpan is out of tune, you can always reach out to us. Contact us at contact@lidahdrums.nl for further instructions or questions!
If you feel that a note on your LIDAH handpan is out of tune, you can always reach out to us. Please send us a video recording via email, in which you play the affected note repeatedly for 15 seconds, so we can check if the note needs to be retuned. You can either send the handpan to us or bring it in person, and we will ensure that the instrument is brought back to good condition at a reasonable cost. Contact us at contact@lidahdrums.nl for further instructions or questions!
General Handpan Questions
A handpan is a metal melodic percussion instrument that you play with your hands. It consists of two metal "shells" that are glued together, with carefully tuned notes that form a scale.
The soothing sounds of the handpan resonate beautifully together, allowing the instrument to be played intuitively and making it ideal for meditation, relaxation, or simply for playing freely.
Handpans are special and complex musical instruments, and their high price reflects the time-consuming craftsmanship involved in their production and the cost of the materials used. Making a handpan requires a lot of expertise and time – sometimes several days to a week for one instrument – as each tone is carefully tuned.
In addition to the materials and time, specialized tools and equipment are needed for production, which further increases the cost. The limited production capacity and the exclusivity of handmade instruments also contribute to the higher price.
Although there are cheaper machine-made handpans on the market, handmade models offer much better sound quality and durability. When you choose a handpan, you're investing in quality and craftsmanship.
ABOUT OUR WORKSHOP
Since our start in 2018, all our handpans have been handcrafted in our workshop in Bali. This inspiring location provides the perfect environment to create unique and high-quality instruments.
With our small, experienced team, we work daily with dedication to deliver the best quality and continue to innovate our craftsmanship. Each instrument is carefully handcrafted, tuned, and finished, a process that requires craftsmanship, precision, and patience.
Would you like to learn more about our team and our vision? Then visit our About Us page.
We craft our handpans exclusively from Stainless Steel and Ember Steel, both high-quality steels that contribute to the distinctive, dreamy sound of our instruments due to their long resonance.
Stainless Steel : is known for its clear, sparkling sound and long resonance, making it ideal for a meditative and calm playing style. Additionally, the material is highly rust-resistant and requires minimal maintenance.
Ember Steel : offers a warm, deep sound with an extremely long resonance, even slightly longer than Stainless Steel. This steel is also particularly suited for a calm, meditative playing style. Like Stainless Steel, Ember Steel is rust-resistant and low-maintenance, but due to its exclusivity and more time-intensive production process, the delivery time may be longer.
Would you like to know more about the unique properties of these materials? Read our blog about the differences between Stainless Steel and Ember Steel.
LIDAH handpans are completely handmade and crafted with care and attention in our workshop in Bali. Each instrument is hand-shaped, tuned, and finished. The making process requires craftsmanship, precision, and patience.
We believe in quality over quantity and consciously choose not to apply mass production. This allows us to provide personal attention to each instrument and ensure it meets our high-quality standards.
Want to learn more about the importance of the maker? Read our blog: The Maker: The Essential Link in the Quality of Your Handpan
We keep popular scales like D-Minor and F-Pygmy in stock whenever possible. Each product listing clearly indicates whether the handpan is ready to ship immediately or if there’s a waiting period, allowing you to place a pre-order.
Choosing a scale is a very personal decision, as it sets the mood and emotion of your music. We recommend listening to recordings of different scales to discover which sounds resonate with you the most.
- Melancholic Scales: D-Minor is a popular choice due to its deep emotion and ease of play. Perfect for meditative music and intuitive playing.
- Mystical tunings: F-Pygmy has an exotic and dramatic sound, ideal for creating a mysterious and exciting atmosphere.
- Uplifting Scales: Major scales, like D-Major, have a bright and positive sound, perfect for energetic and uplifting music.
Are you looking for a specific tuning that isn't listed on our website? We also make handpans by request! Feel free to contact us via contact@lidahdrums.nl.
Want more tips on how to choose the right tuning? Check out our detailed step-by-step guide in our blog or contact us for personalized advice. 💚
We primarily tune our handpans to 440 Hz, but we also regularly have handpans available in 432 Hz. The difference between these two frequencies is subtle: 440 Hz is the standard tuning in the music world and is often perceived as bright, familiar, and soothing, while 432 Hz is slightly deeper and preferred by some.
If you don't have a specific preference, we recommend choosing a handpan in 440 Hz, as this tuning is the most universal and familiar. You can easily order this through the product page. Interested in a handpan in 432 Hz? Feel free to contact us via email to check current availability and receive further instructions. More information about the differences can be found in our blog.
Shipping & Logistics
If the product is in stock, we offer the following delivery times:
Estimated delivery times:
- Netherlands: 1-2 working days
- Belgium: 2-3 working days
- Germany/France: 2-4 working days
- Rest of Europe: 2-5 working days
- Rest of the World: 4-14 working days
We do our best to ensure that your order arrives as quickly as possible.
We ship worldwide. At checkout, you can enter your country to calculate the shipping costs. Within the Netherlands and Belgium, we ship with PostNL, and to all other countries, we use FedEx. You will always receive a tracking code from us to track your package. If not, please send us an email.
We offer a 30-day return policy. If you're not 100% satisfied with your purchase, you can notify us within this period via email to initiate a return or exchange. You'll receive a full refund or can exchange the product for another item.
Customer satisfaction is our top priority, and we want to ensure you're happy with your purchase. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions about the return or exchange process.
We ensure that your handpan is carefully packaged to arrive safely. Since 2018, we have been shipping our instruments worldwide and have extensive experience in safely transporting handpans. The instrument is first securely wrapped in protective foil and then placed in a LIDAH handpan bag, which offers protection against shocks and bumps during transit. Afterward, the handpan is placed in a sturdy box, with additional padding around the instrument if needed. We take full responsibility for the safe transport of your handpan, ensuring it arrives in perfect condition.
LEARNING TO PLAY THE HANDPAN
Playing the handpan is accessible to everyone, regardless of your musical experience. A handpan is tuned in a single scale, so the notes harmonize beautifully, making it easier to play without hitting wrong notes. You don’t need a musical background, unlike instruments like the piano or guitar.
For beginners, it's especially important to get used to the technique of playing, such as using your hands and fingers to produce the right notes. This may take some time, but with practice, you'll get the hang of it quickly.
Most people can play simple melodies within a few days to weeks. As you gain more experience, you can improve your technique and learn more complex rhythms and patterns.
With our handpans, we provide a free full Master The Handpan course, including over 70 lesson videos and lifetime access. This makes it easy for beginners to get started and improve their skills at their own pace.
In short, playing the handpan is not extremely difficult, and with a bit of practice, you can make quick progress and have a lot of fun with the instrument!
Yes, we offer extensive lesson material when you purchase a handpan from us. In collaboration with Master The Handpan , we provide an online course with over 70 lesson videos, giving you lifetime access. These videos help you improve your technique step by step, from the basics to more complex melodies.
As for workshops: unfortunately, we do not currently offer workshops, but we hope to do so in the future. We look forward to starting this soon so that we can guide you personally or give you a first introduction to our instruments!
Tongue Drum Questions
Tongue Drum Selection Guide
Myko Series
The Myko series has a diameter of 16cm and features 8 notes. This drum is known for its compact size. Thanks to its convenient size and light weight, it’s easy to take it with you wherever you go. The pentatonic tuning and pleasant resonance produce a melodic sound. The C-Major scale creates an energetic and euphoric (joyful) tone. The sound is higher compared to the larger models.
Constellation Series
The Constellation series has a diameter of 28cm and is available with 8 or 9 notes. This drum is characterized by its warm and deep sound. It has a long resonance, which allows the tones to blend beautifully. The G-Major and Lydian scales create an energetic and euphoric (joyful) tone. The A-Minor scale has a relaxing and melancholic (meditative) quality, while the AkeBono scale produces a sound that is both relaxing and mysterious.
Zephyr Series
The Zephyr series has a diameter of 36cm and features 9 notes. This drum is characterized by its clear and dynamic sound, where each note stands out distinctly. The Equinox scale includes both minor (B-Minor) and major (C-Major) components, offering both relaxing and melancholic tones, as well as euphoric and uplifting sounds.
Echo Series
Our largest model is the Echo Series. With a diameter of 42cm and 9 notes, its larger size allows for the production of deep, full tones that are perfect for a soothing experience. Due to its size and sound, this Tongue Drum plays similarly to a handpan. The D-Minor scale is particularly versatile, ideal for emotional and meditative playing, creating a deep, introspective atmosphere. The C# Amara scale offers not only a meditative sound but also uplifting elements that bring a positive, vibrant energy to the performance.
It is important to realize that everyone has their own taste and that the only thing we can advise is to listen carefully to the sound videos and to choose the key and model Tongue Drum that appeals to you the most. You can't make a wrong choice here!
We create our tongue drums in a carefully selected range of scales, aiming to offer several options for each model. These scales can generally be categorized as follows:
Melancholic scales:
D-Minor and A-Minor are popular favorites due to their deep, emotional sound and ease of use. They are perfect for meditative music and intuitive playing.
Mystical scales:
The AkeBono scale has an exotic and mystical sound, perfect for creating a mysterious yet relaxing atmosphere.
Joyful scales:
Major scales, such as G-Major and Lydian, have a light, positive sound. They are particularly suitable for energetic and upbeat music. These scales are often preferred for children.
Versatile scales:
Equinox and C# Amara combine both major and minor tones, making them highly versatile and suitable for various music styles.
The most important thing when choosing a scale is to listen to the sound that resonates with you the most. The right tongue drum is the one that speaks to you the most.
All of our Tongue Drums are perfect for beginners! Whether you choose our smallest model or one of our larger models, all Tongue Drums are tuned to a single scale. This means you don't need extensive musical knowledge to play them. The simple and intuitive design makes it easy to get started, even if you have no prior experience with music.
The notes you play complement each other well, allowing you to create beautiful sounds right away without worrying about hitting the wrong notes. Whether you want to create relaxing meditative music or simply play intuitively, our Tongue Drums provide a great starting point for any beginner!
For children, we always recommend uplifting scales. These sound bright and cheerful, which tends to appeal most to kids. We have a few drums that are especially well-suited for them:
- G-Major and Lydian Constellation Series: These have a cheerful sound and are very easy to play. They are compact in size, making them ideal for even the youngest, starting from 0 years old.
- C# Amara Echo Series: This one has a cheerful yet meditative sound and is also very easy to play. This model is slightly larger, making it better suited for children from 3 years old (but if you play for your child, it can be used earlier).
Make sure to listen to the sounds of the drums and choose the one that resonates with you or your child the most.
Warranty and Maintenance
Maintaining your tongue drum is simple and doesn’t take much time. The most important thing is to prevent damage by not dropping the instrument or knocking it against anything. Occasionally clean your drum with a soft cloth to remove dust and fingerprints. With this minimal care, your tongue drum will continue to sound beautiful and look like new for years to come. 💚
We ensure the quality of our tongue drums through our careful handmade production process. Each drum is crafted with attention and precision, and thoroughly tested to ensure you receive an instrument that meets our high standards of sound and finish – an instrument we are proud of.
In addition, we offer a lifetime guarantee on the tuning of our Tongue Drums. This means we guarantee that your drum will maintain its beautiful sound with normal use, allowing you to enjoy its unique tone for years to come.
Do you have any questions or need assistance? We’re always here to help!
Yes, our tongue drums come with a warranty. We offer a lifetime guarantee on the tuning of the instrument, meaning we ensure that your drum will maintain its beautiful sound with normal use. This way, you can enjoy your instrument with peace of mind. If you have any questions or need assistance, we’re always here to help! 💚
Our Tongue Drums are tuned with great care and designed to maintain their beautiful sound for a lifetime. Retuning is usually not necessary unless the instrument is damaged, such as through a crack in a note or deformation caused by a fall.
If you handle your Tongue Drum carefully and avoid dropping or overloading it, the sound will remain as beautiful as the first day. That’s why we offer a lifetime guarantee on the tuning of our Tongue Drums, so you can continue enjoying your music worry-free.
ABOUT OUR WORKSHOP
Our tongue drums are made from high-quality stainless steel. This material has been carefully chosen for its strong and unique properties, which ensure a beautiful sound and long lifespan.
Sound quality: Stainless steel gives our tongue drums a warm, rich sound that resonates for a long time. This makes playing relaxing and meditative. The material also allows for precise tuning of the notes, ensuring the drum always sounds perfect.
Durability: Stainless steel is sturdy and resistant to rust and wear. This ensures that your tongue drum stays in top condition for years, without the sound or quality deteriorating.
With our tongue drums, you not only bring a beautiful instrument into your home but also a durable and timeless product that you can enjoy for years.
Since our start in 2018, all LIDAH Tongue Drums are handcrafted in our workshop in Bali. This inspiring location provides the perfect environment to create unique and high-quality instruments.
With our small, experienced team, we work daily with dedication to deliver the best quality and continue to innovate our craftsmanship. Each instrument is carefully handcrafted, tuned, and finished, a process that requires craftsmanship, precision, and patience.
Would you like to learn more about our team and our vision? Then visit our About Us Page.
LIDAH Tongue Drums are entirely handcrafted with care and attention in our workshop in Bali. Each instrument is shaped, tuned, and finished by hand. The crafting process requires craftsmanship, precision, and patience.
We believe in quality over quantity and consciously choose not to apply mass production. This allows us to provide personal attention to each instrument and ensure it meets our high-quality standards.
Learning to Play the Tongue Drum
Learning to play a Tongue Drum is very easy! The instrument is intuitive to play, and no musical experience is needed. The notes are tuned to a single scale, ensuring that you always create beautiful sounds, even without knowledge of music theory.
To help you get started, your Tongue Drum comes with an online music book. We have written these books ourselves, and each one is specially tailored to the specific drum you choose. The book includes simple songs and patterns to help you start playing right away. With just a little practice, you'll soon be creating beautiful melodies and fully enjoying the soothing sounds of your instrument!
A Tongue Drum can be played with both hands and mallets (drumsticks). Playing with your hands creates a warmer, deeper tone, while using drumsticks produces a clearer, softer sound. These different playing techniques offer a wide range of tonal variations and playing experiences.
Some advice regarding playing with your hands: When you use the right technique, you can get a nice sound from your instrument quite easily. It is extremely important to play the drum with a relaxed finger. You don't need to use a lot of force, it's just a light and short touch. It is therefore important to tap the tones only very briefly with a flexible / loose finger. When you play the drum with a tense finger, you dampen the vibration of the tones. Placing your finger on the drum for too long will also dampen the vibration of the drum.
Briefly:
– Loose / smooth finger
– Licht touch
- Short Touch
To help you get started, your Tongue Drum comes with an online music book. We have written these books ourselves, and each one is specially tailored to the specific drum you choose. The book includes simple songs and patterns to help you start playing right away. With just a little practice, you'll soon be creating beautiful melodies and fully enjoying the soothing sounds of your instrument!
More Tongue Drum Questions
A tongue drum is a melodic percussion instrument made of metal. It has carefully cut 'tongues' (notes) that you play with your hands or mallets. This instrument produces soothing, harmonious sounds and is perfect for meditation, relaxation, or intuitive music-making.
Yes, LIDAH Tongue Drums are perfect for children! They are easy to play and produce beautiful, calming sounds, making them ideal for young children who are just starting to explore music. Since playing is very intuitive, children can immediately create beautiful sounds without needing any music knowledge. The drums are also durable, so they can withstand some bumps and will last for a long time.
Shamanic drum questions
Shamanic Drum Selection Help
We make two types of Shamanic Drums: the Easytune Shamanic Drum and the Traditional Shamanic Drum. Both models are available in two variants: with fur (the fur is still on the skin) and Rawhide (with a bare skin). All models are available in different sizes.
Easytune Shamanic Drum:
The Easytune Shamanic Drum features an inflatable ring that allows you to easily adjust the tension on the drumhead with a small air pump. This system enables you to tune the drum yourself and modify the sound to your preference, without the need for complex techniques. It's perfect for those who want flexibility in the tone or are looking for a specific vibration or frequency that feels right. Additionally, it prevents the drum from needing retuning due to external factors like temperature or humidity changes.
Traditional Shamanic Drum:
The Traditional Shamanic Drum is crafted using ancient techniques, without a pumping system. The tension on the skin is preset and remains stable for a long time, although external factors such as temperature and humidity can influence the tension. Changing the tension requires more effort. This can be done in two ways:
- Heating the drumhead: By warming up the drum, for example near a campfire, in the sun, or by holding the drum against your body, you can temporarily increase the tension and influence the sound. Be careful, read more about it in our blog.
- Moisten the drum skin and retune: By re-moisturizing the skin and retuning the drum, you can adjust the tension for a longer period. Do not attempt this on your own if you're unsure how to do it. Please seek advice before proceeding.
Which one do you choose?
- Choose the Easytune Shamanic Drum if you're looking for convenience and want to adjust the tension and sound of your drum regularly.
- Choose the Traditional Shamanic Drum if you value an authentic playing experience and don't need to change the tension frequently.
No matter which variant you choose, both models are carefully handcrafted and offer a beautiful sound.
The choice between a furred or rawhide shamanic drum mainly depends on your personal preference and the sound you're looking for:
- Furred Shamanic Drum: This drum has a natural, warm, and earthy appearance due to the presence of fur. The sound is often slightly deeper and softer compared to the unfurred drums, thanks to the subtle damping effect of the fur.
- Rawhide shamanic drum: This type has a brighter sound with long resonance, ideal for those who want to produce long-lasting tones and a bit more volume.
It comes down to what is more important to you. Both variants have their unique charm and strength!
The choice of size depends on your preference and use. The larger the drum, the longer the resonance and the deeper the sound. Here are some guidelines to help you:
- 40 cm: Compact and lightweight, ideal for traveling or if you frequently take your drum with you. Perfect for beginners or those looking for a portable drum.
- 50 cm: A nice middle ground, with a balanced size and sound. Suitable for both personal and group sessions.
- 60 cm: Larger and more powerful, with a deeper sound and more resonance. Ideal for ceremonial use or a more intense drumming experience.
- 70 cm: The largest size, with an impressive presence and very deep, earthy sounds. Perfect for experienced drummers and rituals where a powerful sound is needed.
Choose the size that suits your playing style, physical comfort, and the situations in which you want to use the drum. Each size has its own unique character!
All our shamanic drums are suitable for beginners. Whether you’re just starting or have some experience, each drum provides an accessible and wonderful sound for everyone. We’d be happy to help you choose the perfect drum that fits your needs!
ABOUT OUR WORKSHOP
Our LIDAH shamanic drums are carefully handcrafted in Bali. This inspiring location, where craftsmanship and tradition come together, provides the perfect environment to create high-quality instruments.
With a focus on quality and sustainability, we use only the best materials, such as goat leather and teak wood. For every instrument sold that incorporates wood, we plant a tree to give back to nature.
Would you like to learn more about our team and our vision? Then visit our About Us Page.
Our shaman drums are crafted with care and respect from natural materials. The drumhead is made from goat skin, sourced from goats whose hides are used as a sustainable byproduct. The frame is constructed from sturdy, high-quality teak wood from Bali. These materials not only produce a warm, deep sound but also create an authentic and sustainable instrument that will last for years to come.
As a way to give back to nature, we plant a tree for every instrument sold that contains wood. This way, we contribute to the preservation of forests and a more sustainable future.
Yes, LIDAH Shaman Drums are completely handmade. Each instrument is crafted with great attention and skill, ensuring that it is of the highest quality in terms of sound and finish. Thanks to this manual process, every drum has a unique appearance and sound, which contributes to the special experience of playing our Shaman Drums.
Warranty and Maintenance
Maintaining your shaman drum is essential for its longevity and sound quality. Store the drum in a dry place, away from extreme temperatures and moisture. Use a soft cloth to keep the skin clean and be mindful when storing and transporting. Protect your drum with a bag or blanket to prevent damage, especially during temperature or humidity fluctuations. For more tips on maintenance and protection, read our extensive blog.
The quality of our shaman drums is guaranteed by our meticulous manual production process. Each drum is crafted with attention to detail and thoroughly tested for both sound and finish. This ensures that you receive an instrument that meets our high standards and makes us proud. With normal use, your drum will retain its beautiful sound for many years to come. Have questions or need help? We're happy to assist you further!
Yes, our shaman drums come with a warranty. We offer a 2-year guarantee on the drum, which means we ensure your instrument retains its quality with normal use. This way, you can enjoy the sounds worry-free. Have questions or need help? We're always here for you!
Our LIDAH shaman drums are designed to last. The EasyTune models never require additional tightening, as you can easily adjust the tension using the pump.
The tension of traditional shaman drums can gradually decrease with extensive use. This is influenced by temperature and humidity fluctuations. If you want to permanently adjust the tension, you can tighten the drum further. This usually depends on how often you play and the conditions, and can vary from once a year to several years without needing additional tension.
General Shaman Drum Questions
A shaman drum is a traditional percussion instrument often used in spiritual and meditative ceremonies. It typically consists of a round wooden frame covered with a natural skin, such as goat skin. The drum is played with a drumstick and produces a deep, resonant sound that helps to induce a meditative state. Shaman drums are often associated with healing rituals, inner journeys, and connecting with nature or spiritual energies.
Learning to play the Shaman Drum is very easy! The beauty of the shaman drum is that it's a very intuitive instrument. There's no right or wrong way to play – you can simply follow your feelings and the energy you want to express. Whether you start with simple rhythms or are more advanced, it's all about personal expression and enjoying the journey. As you practice, you'll discover more techniques, but most importantly, enjoy the sound and experience you create.
General Shaman Drum Questions
We try to give you a good impression of the instruments that we offer with the images and videos on our website. However, we understand that it may also be desirable to see an instrument up close and play it yourself so you can experience the Tongue Drum, Handpan or didgeridoo even better.
In that case, you are warmly invited to visit us and experience the instruments firsthand. Simply reserve a spot through our calendar. We will take all the time you need, without any obligation, to help you find an instrument that suits you.
Of course, you can also listen to our instruments on our website, and placing an order online might be even more convenient. If for any reason you're not satisfied, we offer free exchange or returns.
We ensure that your instrument is carefully packaged to arrive safely. Since 2018, we have been shipping our instruments worldwide and have extensive experience in safely transporting our instruments. We take full responsibility for the safe transportation of your handpan, so it arrives in perfect condition.
We ship worldwide. At checkout, you can enter your country to calculate the shipping costs. Within the Netherlands and Belgium, we ship with PostNL, and to all other countries, we use FedEx. You will always receive a tracking code from us to track your package. If not, please send us an email.
If the product is in stock, we offer the following delivery times:
Estimated delivery times:
- Netherlands: 1-2 working days
- Belgium: 2-3 working days
- Germany/France: 2-4 working days
- Rest of Europe: 2-5 working days
- Rest of the World: 4-14 working days
We do our best to ensure that your order arrives as quickly as possible.
We offer a 30-day return policy. If you're not 100% satisfied with your purchase, you can notify us within this period via email to initiate a return or exchange. You'll receive a full refund or can exchange the product for another item.
Customer satisfaction is our top priority, and we want to ensure you're happy with your purchase. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions about the return or exchange process.