Name: MEINL Sonic Energy Octave Steel Tongue Drum - D Kurd
Brand: Meinl Percussion
SKU: OSTD1BKE
Availability: BackOrder

MEINL Sonic Energy Octave Steel Tongue Drum – D Kurd

Seven-tone D Kurd steel tongue drum with soulful, reflective resonance. Compact and polished—ideal for meditation, healing, and ambient music.... Read More

£265.83 ex. TAX *
£319.00 inc. TAX

* Tax confirmed on checkout. The base price excludes estimated 20% Taxes.

Weight

4 kg

Instrument

Tongue Drum

Material

Coated Stainless Steel

Size

15.7 inches

Colour

Black

Available for pre-order (expected within 2 weeks)

MEINL Sonic Energy Octave Steel Tongue Drum – D Kurd combines spiritual intonation with expressive resonance by offering seven tongue tones tuned to the D Kurd scale. Crafted for therapeutic, meditative, and musical environments, its hauntingly beautiful harmonies inspire moments of presence and calm.

Evocative Kurdish Scale Tones

The MEINL Sonic Energy Octave Steel Tongue Drum – D Kurd tuning provides a modal, reflective soundscape rooted in Middle Eastern tradition. Each of the seven tongues blooms with layered overtones and harmonic richness, creating a deep, immersive sonic atmosphere ideal for healing, composition, or mindful practice.

Crafted for Clarity

Housed in a precision-formed, double-skinned steel body with a lustrous polished finish, this drum delivers clear, sustained resonance. Its 30 cm (~12″) diameter makes it perfectly portable, and sturdy materials ensure tuning remains stable even with frequent use.

Play with Ease

Designed for intuitive play, the tongue arrangement allows for melodic improvisation using either fingers or included padded mallet. No musical training needed—this drum responds instantly with soothing and articulate tones.

Key Features

Seven-tone octave tuning in the meditative D Kurd scale
Durable double-skinned steel body with polished surface
Compact and robust (approximately 12″ diameter)
Includes soft mallet for rich articulation

Ideal For

Sound therapy, yoga, and meditation practitioners
Ambient and world-music performers
Educational settings focusing on tuning & vibration
Creative exploration and intuitive improvisation

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Official Brand Site

Discover more about this scale, demos, and the full Meinl Sonic Energy range:

Meinl Sonic Energy Official Website

Conclusion

The **MEINL Sonic Energy Octave Steel Tongue Drum – D Kurd** is both soulful and expressive, delivering modal resonance in a beautifully crafted, portable instrument. It’s an inspired choice for ceremonies, musical journeys, and healing soundscapes.