Steel Tongue Drum 8-Tone 22x16cm With 2 Mallets

Let the first note hang in the room, clear, rounded and gently resonant. This steel tongue drum is made for unhurried playing, with a red metal body, a central Om symbol and mallets that make each strike feel simple and tactile.

Resonant notes for intuitive playing

• The sound is soft-edged rather than sharp, made for slow patterns, pauses and repeated phrases.
• Each cut tongue vibrates when struck, creating a bell-like tone with a lingering shimmer.
• The mallets give a clean, even contact, so the notes speak easily without force.
• It suits quiet practice, mindful breaks, sound circles and calm corners at home.
• The circular note layout encourages wandering from tone to tone, rather than formal performance.

Red iron with a central Om symbol

The drum is made from iron with a smooth red finish that gives it a strong, focused presence. At the centre sits the Om symbol, framed by the tongue pattern like a visual anchor for the sound.

How to play and care for it

Place the drum on a steady surface or hold it securely, then strike the tongues lightly with the mallets. Softer strokes give a more delicate tone, while firmer strokes bring the sound forward.

Keep it dry, wipe away marks with a soft cloth, and store the mallets with the drum so they are ready for the next quiet session.

The meaning behind the symbol

Om is a sacred syllable in Hindu traditions and is also used in Buddhist and yogic practice, often as a sound for meditation, chanting and centring attention. On an instrument, the symbol works as both decoration and context: a reminder that sound can mark a pause in the day. Here, it sits at the centre of the red drum, giving the piece a calm focal point before a note is even played.

Size and what is included

This 8-tone steel tongue drum measures 22 x 16 cm and weighs 1650 g. It is made from metal and iron, and comes with two mallets. Origin: India.

A thoughtful gift for sound and stillness

A considered choice for someone drawn to simple instruments, meditation spaces, yoga rooms or atmospheric home décor. It feels approachable for beginners, but still has the presence of a meaningful object.

Common questions

Is this a handpan or a tongue drum?
It is a steel tongue drum. A handpan is usually convex and played mainly by hand, while a tongue drum has cut tongues that are commonly played with mallets.

Do I need to tune it?
Steel tongue drums are made with fixed tongues, so they are not tuned like a guitar. Store it carefully and keep it dry to help preserve the instrument.