custom handpans
Create a Handpan That Matches Your Musical Vision. Every musician has a unique connection with sound. At KitaPantam, we believe your instrument should be as individual as your musical expression.
Why Choose a Custom Handpan?
Most handpans are available only in fixed scales and layouts. A custom handpan gives you the freedom to create an instrument that fits your exact needs. With KitaPantam customization, you can explore:
Unique Center Notes
The center note defines the foundation and emotional character of your instrument. We create custom handpans with a wide range of center notes, including:
- F2
- G2
- A2
- B2
- C and C#
- D
- E
- F#
- and higher center notes
From deep, powerful low handpans to bright and expressive higher instruments, you can choose the tonal range that inspires you.
Extended and Mutant Layouts
A custom handpan is not limited to the traditional 9-note format. KitaPantam can create:
- Standard layouts
- Extended layouts
- Mutant layouts
- Instruments with up to 23 notes
Additional notes open new musical possibilities, giving players more melodic freedom, richer harmonies, and greater expression during improvisation.
Choose Your Scale
The scale is the voice of your handpan. From calm and meditative sounds to emotional minor scales and expressive world-music inspired tunings, KitaPantam offers a wide range of scale possibilities.
If you already have a specific musical idea in mind, our team can help you choose the right scale and configuration for your instrument.
Professional Materials and Finishes
Nitraded Steel: Known for its warm, focused tone, balanced response, and traditional handpan character.
Stainless Steel: Known for its rich harmonics, longer sustain, and beautiful resonance.
You can also choose from different finishes and appearance options to create an instrument that sounds and looks unique.
Examples of KitaPantam Custom Handpans
Over the years, we have created many unique instruments beyond standard configurations, including:
- E Amara 20 Notes (13+7) Mutant
- F Low Pygmy Mutant
- D Kurd Mutant layouts
- Low-register instruments starting from F2, G2, A2 and B2
- Extended instruments with additional top and bottom notes
These instruments demonstrate what is possible when there are no limits to your musical imagination.
How Does the Custom Process Work?
Creating your custom handpan is simple:
Use our customization system to select your preferred specifications.
Review your choices and make sure every detail matches your vision.
Our craftsmen carefully shape, tune, and test your instrument.
Includes professional hardcase, worldwide shipping, and two-year tuning guarantee.
Ready to Create Your Own Handpan?
Your ideal instrument starts with your imagination. Design a handpan that matches your sound, your style, and your musical journey.
Start Customizing Your Handpan