Sela Harmony Handpan C# Amara 208

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Handpan

Tuning: C# Amara (440 Hz)
Tones: C#3/G#3, B3, C#4, D#4, E4, F#4, G#4, B4
Material: Stainless steel
Professionally tuned
Handmade
Colour: Gold
Includes a padded bag with backpack straps

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Available since November 2020
Item number 506416
Sales Unit 1 piece(s)
Material Stainless Steel
Type Handpan

15.090 kr

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122

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Rhythm and melody

The Sela Harmony Handpan C# Amara 208 is an ingenious combination of percussion and melody; because of its fixed key, capable by design of only the correct notes, even players without any prior musical knowledge can coax harmonious, immersive, and deeply resonant sounds out of it seemingly effortlessly. It consists of two thin stainless steel bowls that are shaped by hand and then joined together: On the top is the playing surface with the tone fields, and underneath is the resonance hole, also called the gu. The manufacturing process of the Sela Harmony Handpans is extremely complex, as the artisan who tunes them must hammer each individual tone field to achieve exactly the right note – with each tuned section also affecting the tuning of the other fields. The stainless steel, when worked in this way, offers optimal resonance for long sustain.

With intuition and instinct

Handpans are made by hand to be played by hand. The small dome in the middle of the Sela Harmony Handpan C# Amara 208 produces the lowest note (C#3), also called the central note. Surrounding this point, the eight other tone fields are arranged in a circle (G#3, B3, C#4, D#4, E4, F#4, G#4, and B4), although the sequence of notes progresses from left to right, for a natural, instinctive playfeel. All notes are on the emotional, almost heroic C minor scale. The tone fields are played by tapping or striking them with the fingers or the ball of the thumb; they respond sensitively and clearly to the slightest touch. Depending on where the tone field is struck, players can also generate partial tones and use the 'empty' areas between the tone fields for percussive accents. Handpans are usually played while seated and placed on the legs, although there are also stands available that allow musicians to play while standing, and even use several handpans at once.

Subtle, soothing rhythms

Admittedly, the Sela Harmony Handpan C# Amara 208 is not an entry-level instrument in terms of price, a result of the craftsmanship involved in making each one: However, by no means is it only suitable for professional musicians. Even beginners with no knowledge of musical notation can quickly summon fascinating soundscapes from this instrument, simply by playing it instinctively. And with a little practice and the right playing technique, complex rhythms, two-part melodies, and chords (e.g. C#m7, C#m, E, B, and G#m) soon become a reality, too. There is something meditative and spiritual about playing a handpan: Their sound is soothing, yet mysterious, and simply captivating. Apart from a pair of hands, only a subtle awareness of rhythm is needed to completely enchant an audience.

About Sela Percussion

With its motto "The Soul of Sound", Sela Percussion has been developing and producing exceptional cajons for discerning musicians for over 20 years. Sela cajons are manufactured and developed exclusively in Germany, to the highest standards of quality and with ease of use in mind. With innovative features such as the adjustable snare system, "clap corners", and the very practical "Pro Snare On/Off Mechanism", Sela cajons offer a wealth of sonic possibilities. Sela Percussion has now expanded its product range to include handmade handpans which, thanks to their ethereal sound, are guaranteed take both musicians and their audiences on a spiritual journey.

So resonant, so robust

With to its unique timbre and lengthy sustain, the Sela Harmony Handpan C# Amara 208 is predestined for use in spiritual activities, for example in a yoga studio at home. Although this instrument sounds very good on its own, it's equally well suited to making music together with other percussion instruments or guitars. The matte golden stainless steel body is a real eye-catcher, as well as being able to withstand almost any weather – so a sudden rain shower during a jam session in the park will simply be refreshing! According to the manufacturer, even mild acids (perspiration, for instance) won't harm the Sela Harmony Handpan. Thanks to its fine, nuanced response, this special musical instrument is of course also ideal for recording sessions in the studio.

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Ein absoluter Traum für alle Musikliebhaber und Menschen die entspannen möchten

Frank Fuhrmann 11.08.2021

Es war schon immer mein Traum eine Handpan zu besitzen. Seit dem ich vor vielen Jahren, in der Dunkelheit am Hopfensee, ihre Klänge vernommen hatte. Ein junger Mann spielet dieses Instrument so leidenschaftlich und entlockte diesem Gerät so wundervoll schwingende Töne, dass sie mich sofort fasziniert hat.
Ich bin nicht musikalisch vorbelastet und habe mich für die Handpan C# Amara 208 entschieden. Diese Entscheidung habe ich aus ganzem Herzen getroffen, denn der Preis ist hoch, doch jeden Cent wert. Seit dem spiele ich täglich und spüre wie dieses Instrument mich abschalten lässt, wie meine Finger spielerisch klänge erzeugen, die mich in eine positive Schwingung versetzen. Danke für den hervorragenden Service beim Kauf dieses Instrumentes und ich wünsche allen Käufern viel Freude mit ihrer Handpan, wenn Sie sich dazu entscheiden, Euer Frank

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Juno1984 29.07.2024

Die Handpan ist von der Qualität her gut verarbeitet. Ich gehe davon aus, dass das für Sela typisch ist.
Nach ungefähr 3 Monaten aber, macht sich ein Merkmal (sieht aus wie ein Riss der anfängt) am Ding selber bemerkbar. Sie läuft zwar tadellos aber das muss ich beobachten und ggfs. mich dann mit Thomann in Verbindung setzen.
Die Töne sind schön spielbar für ruhigere Momente, dass Ding halt schön lange nach. Ich zähle um die 8 Sekunden. Preislich ist für meinen Geschmack schnell zu günstig geworden, daher die 3 Sterne für „Gesamt“.

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