Amara is a popular variation within the minor modes, consistently omitting one note. This is the sixth note in the scale, also known as the minor sixth.
By omitting this tone, a more open and peaceful sound is created. It is very similar to pentatonic, although for that, one more tone would need to be omitted (the minor second).
Amara is an ideal tuning for free and intuitive playing. By omitting that one note, the minor sixth, a beautifully open tuning is created, comprising mainly notes that sound good together.
Even with free play, the chance of a beautiful and harmonious match is therefore very high. This makes this structure a friendly and inviting mood, which invites a grateful way of exploring your handpan.
What makes E Amara unique is the large number of bass tones. Because of the slightly higher root tone (E), there is room for extra low on the handpan. So at the bottom of this handpan, there are no less than four extra bass tones. Two tones that go even lower than the E (C and D), and two tones between the ding and the next tone (F# and G). These additions in the low end give enormous harmonic possibilities. It makes this tuning enormously musical and narrative.
Also, the higher fundamental (E) gives room for extra treble notes. This tuning does not have the standard number of 9 or 10 tones at the top, but as many as 13 tones. These extra high notes allow you to explore even more in terms of melody.
Another name for Amara is Celtic Minor. These two names refer to exactly the same structure.
High Chrome Titanium Stainless Steel
High Chrome Titanium Stainless Steel is a stainless steel-based material inspired by the sounds of Ember Steel.
It is a material that shows especially strong similarities to Ember Steel: an above-average long reverb, with a sound that reproduces both a nice deep long as well as a fresh and sparkling high.
High Chrome Titanium Stainless Steel often has a slightly warmer and rounder character than Ember Steel. The top high, which can be recognised by a sparkling or bright sound, is often present just a little more subtly than with Ember Steel. Sometimes this is also due to a slightly thicker shell, which also affects the sound of each material.
Features Ukiyo handpan
- Handmade
- Stainless steel
- Suitable for beginners and advanced players
- Easy and intuitive to play
- Warm, clear sound
- Finely defined tone
- Wide range of playing styles
- Controlled, balanced sound
- Character: warm, open, soothing
Ukiyo handpans are suitable for a wide range of playing styles. They are known for their warm, soothing sound. The literal translation of Ukiyo is ‘floating world’. It describes the moment when you just don't think about anything at all and are completely relaxed.
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