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Handpan D Kurd — 9 Notes D Minor Nitrided Steel
Hand-tuned D Kurd handpan in nitrided steel with 9 expressive note fields — the world's most beloved handpan scale.
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D Kurd Handpan — The Essential Scale
The D Kurd is the most popular handpan scale worldwide, prized for its hauntingly beautiful minor tonality that evokes deep emotion and calm. This 9-note instrument is hand-hammered from nitrided steel, a heat-treatment process that hardens the surface for long-term tuning stability and weather resistance.
Each tone field is individually shaped and tuned by a master craftsman over several days, ensuring precise pitch, rich harmonics, and sustain that rings for up to six seconds. The deep charcoal finish develops unique character with age. Includes a padded hard-shell case and microfiber cloth.
Specifications
| Material | Nitrided Steel |
|---|---|
| Notes | 9 |
| Scale | D Kurd (D Minor) |
| Diameter | 53 cm |
| Weight | 4.2 kg |
| Finish | Deep Charcoal |
| Skill Level | Intermediate-Advanced |
| Includes | Hard-Shell Case + Microfiber Cloth |
Cultural Origins & History
D Kurd Handpan — The Essential Scale
The D Kurd is the most popular handpan scale worldwide, prized for its hauntingly beautiful minor tonality that evokes deep emotion and calm. This 9-note instrument is hand-hammered from nitrided steel, a heat-treatment process that hardens the surface for long-term tuning stability and weather resistance.
Each tone field is individually shaped and tuned by a master craftsman over several days, ensuring precise pitch, rich harmonics, and sustain that rings for up to six seconds. The deep charcoal finish develops unique character with age. Includes a padded hard-shell case and microfiber cloth.
Each instrument is carefully wrapped in protective packaging to safeguard its handcrafted details during transit. Fragile items are double-boxed with cushioning for safe arrival.
The World's Favourite Handpan Scale
The D Kurd scale traces its emotional DNA to Kurdish folk music traditions, channelling a sense of longing and beauty that transcends cultural boundaries. Since the handpan's invention in Switzerland in 2000, D Kurd has become the definitive starting scale for serious players.
Play it at sunset on a balcony, during intimate gatherings, or as the centrepiece of a street performance.
Care for Your Handpan
Apply a thin layer of phoenix oil or coconut oil after each playing session to protect the nitrided surface from fingerprint corrosion. Store in the included hard-shell case when not in use, and avoid extreme temperature changes that could affect tuning stability.
Start by tapping each note gently with relaxed fingers — let the instrument ring and discover melodic paths at your own pace.
