Meinl Medium Octave Steel 10" C Major 432Hz Gold Tongue Drum

Steel Tongue Drum with Handpan-Like Resonance

The Meinl Sonic Energy 10" Medium Octave Steel Tongue Drum is a stainless steel percussion instrument tuned to C Major at 432 Hz, producing an ethereal, meditative tone similar to a handpan. Eight precision-tuned tongues span two octaves, giving players a wide harmonic palette for improvisation, sound therapy, and music education. At 10 inches (25.4 cm) in diameter, this instrument strikes a balance between portability and acoustic depth, making it suitable for both seated meditation and group sessions. Each strike delivers a clear, sustained note that rings out across the room.

Designed for Stability and Tone Control

Three silicone feet on the underside keep the drum firmly planted on laps and tabletops, while a decorative linen and polyester cord adds a tactile anchor for carrying. A bottom sound hole can be sealed with a silicone plug to tighten the resonance into a more compact, focused tone — useful when shifting from ambient playing to structured practice. The instrument ships with a duty polyester carrying bag with a zipper and handle, plus a pair of wooden mallets fitted with soft-wrapped rubber heads that produce warmer attacks than bare fingers.

Specifications and Tuning Details

Every detail below comes directly from the manufacturer.

• Diameter: 10 inches (25.4 cm) — medium-size shell balances portability with acoustic depth
• Material: Stainless Steel — durable construction with sustained resonance
• Tuning: C Major at A4 = 432 Hz; A3, C4, D4, E4, F4, G4, A4, B4 — eight notes across two octaves
• Weight: 1850 g (65.26 oz) — substantial feel without being cumbersome
• Included: Polyester carrying bag and wooden mallet pair (OSTDMC)

Ideal for Sound Therapists, Educators, and Meditators

This drum is the right choice for sound therapists, yoga instructors, and music educators who need a portable instrument with a calming, meditative tone. Its C Major tuning makes it accessible to players with no prior musical training, while the two-octave range gives experienced musicians room for melodic exploration. Classroom teachers will appreciate the anti-slip silicone feet that keep the drum stable on student desks, and traveling practitioners can rely on the included zippered bag for transport. The 432 Hz tuning appeals to those who prefer the alternative pitch standard often associated with sound healing.

Meinl Sonic Energy: Sound Therapeutic Instruments

Meinl Sonic Energy is the sound therapy and meditation division of Roland Meinl Musikinstrumente, a German instrument maker with deep roots in percussion craftsmanship. The Sonic Energy line focuses on instruments designed for individualists seeking tools for sound healing, meditation, and personal expression. The Octave Steel Tongue Drum series brings the meditative qualities of a handpan into a more accessible, lower-maintenance format — stainless steel construction, fixed tuning, and no need for climate-controlled storage.