Kurd is the most well-known and popular handpan tuning, and the most neutral arrangement there is. It is the full minor tuning, without any notes being skipped. This makes it the exact same minor scale as you would play on a guitar, piano or any other melodic instrument.
What makes Kurd unique is that you can still go either way with it. Because all tones of the minor series pass by, you are the one who gives colour and direction to your playing. Other tunings often skip one or more tones, which also opens up nice paths, but in doing so also steers and colours your playing.
With their diameter of 48 cm instead of 53 cm, these mini handpans are a bit handier than regular handpans. An ideal size if you find it difficult to hold a handpan on your lap! Also, this smaller size gives these instruments a more subdued sound.
Are you looking for an open and neutral mood? Then Kurd could be a great choice for you. A mood with endless possibilities!
Another name for Kurd is also called Annaziska or Aeolian. These names represent exactly the same construction.
Stainless steel
Stainless steel is characterised by medium to above-average reverberation, and a nice clear sound. The mid-high fresh sound is something that comes out clearly with the sound of stainless steel. It has a bit less (top) high and a bit less low than Ember Steel, but moves a bit more into the (high) middle.
This makes stainless steel a fine and fresh sound, which today forms a nice middle ground within all the different sounds in terms of materials. It has slightly less reverb than Ember Steel, but clearly more reverb than nitrided steel.
Features Timbre handpan
- Handmade
- Unique in sound and appearance
- Outstanding quality
- Nitrided and stainless steel (1.2 mm)
- Rich and focused sound
- Lots of sparkle and clear sound
- Suitable for various playing styles
- Flourishing in higher segment
Timbre handpans are special. Both in terms of sound and design. The outstanding quality and the enchanting sound full of sparkle make it a popular handpan within the higher segment. The Timbre handpan is very suitable for both slower and faster playing.
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