Product Overview

NOTE:  This is a used item from Blue Knights 2025 indoor percussion season.  

The Meinl Sonic Energy OSTD2NBE Octave Steel Tongue Drum offers a beautifully rich, meditative sound that resonates deeply with every strike. Crafted from high-quality stainless steel and finished in a stunning navy blue with an engraved floral design, this 16-inch tongue drum is tuned to a soothing D Amara scale at 440 Hz. It features a central bass note surrounded by eight notes—each with dual reeds for octave tones—creating a lush, harmonic sound experience similar to a handpan.

Perfect for yoga, meditation, sound healing, and musical exploration, this instrument provides both visual and auditory beauty. It can be played with the included mallets or your fingers and comes complete with a durable nylon carry bag, making it easy to transport and protect your drum.

Key Features & Benefits

• Pre-Tuned to D Amara Scale: Produces rich, calming tones ideal for meditative and therapeutic environments.
• Octave Tuning: Each note has two reeds tuned in octaves, creating a full, layered sound.
• Central Bass Note: Deep and resonant, anchoring the harmonic structure of the drum.
• High-Quality Build: Made from coated stainless steel for durability and premium sound.
• Non-Slip Silicone Feet: Ensures stability on all playing surfaces.
• Removable Silicone Plug: Adjusts resonance and tone by sealing the sound hole.
• Includes Accessories: Comes with a pair of wooden mallets with rubber heads and a sturdy nylon carry bag.

Specifications

• Diameter: 15.7" (40 cm)
• Height: 6.4" (16.2 cm)
• Weight: 3210 g
• Material: Coated stainless steel
• Tuning: D3 / A3, C4, D4, E4, F4, G4, A4, C5 (A4 = 440 Hz)
• Finish: Navy Blue with engraved floral design
• Includes: Durable nylon bag, pair of mallets with rubber heads, removable silicone plug