Description
The Meinl Octave Steel Tongue Drum in Dark Green is a calming, intuitive instrument designed for anyone who wants instant, musical results without complex technique. Whether you are a first time player, a seasoned percussionist looking for fresh textures, or a teacher or therapist bringing soothing sounds into your sessions, it offers a beautifully voiced F sharp at 432 Hz with a gentle, grounding character. Its mellow attack and long, singing sustain make it ideal for meditation, mindfulness, yoga, classroom exploration and relaxed music making at home. Simple to play with hands or the included mallets, it invites creativity from the very first touch.
Built from resonant steel with precision cut tongues, this octave design layers each note with its higher partner for a fuller, more harmonically rich tone. The dark green powder coated finish is both attractive and durable, while rounded edges and a smooth playing surface feel comfortable under the hands. Balanced response means soft strokes speak clearly and louder passages remain warm and musical. Stable rubber feet lift the shell for better resonance on any surface, and the matching mallets are weight balanced to draw out clear, singing notes with minimal effort.
For UK tuition and school use, it is a superb choice because it is pre tuned, robust and immediately rewarding. Pupils can focus on pulse, texture and ensemble listening rather than fingerings or theory, making it perfect for cross curricular work, SEN settings and creative soundscapes. At home, its moderate acoustic level suits quiet practice and mindful routines without disturbing others. The included soft bag keeps it protected between lessons or when travelling to workshops, and the straightforward layout encourages independent learning. Excellent value for a well voiced, reliable tongue drum, it brings expressive, meditative sound within easy reach.
