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Sonic Energy

Meinl Sonic Energy Steel Tongue Drum 8 Notes 7" with Mallets

  • 8 notes, pre-tuned G Minor
  • 7 inch diameter
  • Coated stainless steel body, navy blue
  • 2 soft rubber mallets and bag included
  • Ethereal and soothing sound
  • 0.75 kg, 7 x 7 x 2.6 inches
  • 2 year manufacturer warranty

Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A small pre-tuned drum that plays in tune from the first strike, supplied with two mallets and a bag for meditation, education and sound therapy. The fixed scale means one set of notes only.

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ASIN: B09LD5RN1NModel: SSTD2NBCategory: Steel Drums

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Styles Available

A MajorA MinorG Major

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Overview

A music lover, educator or sound therapy practitioner gets a small steel tongue drum with its notes tuned at the factory. The coated stainless steel body is finished in navy blue and comes with soft mallets and a drawstring bag.

The reason to consider it is that anyone can play it right away, since the pre-tuned scale means there are no wrong notes. The limitation is the single scale, and the listing does not say how the drum is held or placed while playing.

Who it's for

People who want a soothing instrument for relaxation, classrooms or travel will find it simple to start. Musicians who need a range of keys, or a larger drum with more notes, should look at a bigger model.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Pre-tuned, no wrong notes
  • Coated stainless steel body
  • Soft rubber mallets included
  • Drawstring bag included
Cons
  • Single fixed scale
  • Only eight notes
  • Playing position not described

Performance notes

Each tongue on the steel body is cut to a set pitch, so striking it with a soft mallet produces a sustained, rounded note. The listing compares the sound to a soft steel pan drum. Because the scale is fixed, any combination of notes stays in tune together.

Specifications

BrandSonic Energy
ModelSSTD2NB
Dimensions & fit
Diameter7 inches
Dimensions7 x 7 x 2.6 inches
Weight0.75 kg
Construction & materials
Finish TypeVarnished
Body MaterialCoated stainless steel
MaterialStainless steel
ColorNavy blue
Included components
Included ComponentsDrawstring bag, mallets
Warranty & support
Warranty Description2 year manufacturer
Other details
Notes8
Sound ProfileEthereal and soothing
Set NameG Minor

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Frequently asked questions

Does the Meinl Sonic Energy tongue drum need tuning before playing?

No. The notes are pre-tuned, and the description says there are no wrong notes.

What comes with the Meinl Sonic Energy tongue drum?

Two soft rubber mallets and a padded drawstring bag.

Who is the Meinl Sonic Energy tongue drum for?

The description names music lovers, educators and sound therapy practitioners of any skill level.

What scale is the Meinl Sonic Energy tongue drum in?

The set name lists G Minor, with 8 notes.