We can say that the Handpan/Pantam is tuned in a modal scale, that is, a closed harmony inside the tonality.

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Some models may contain notes borrowed from other tones but are mostly within a scale.

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The Handpan is known for being an intuitive instrument, as the harmony is ready we can simply flow without necessarily rationalizing what is being played, and that's why it's a versatile and democratic instrument for everyone, beginners and advanced players.

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The scales or modes contain an emotion, a color to be felt. 
The list of sensations is big, but to facilitate the categories we have divided it into 3 modes:

 

 

 

 

Get into each section, and get to know what vibrates with your heart and soul.