The Handpan, introduced in the early 2000s, has become a well - known modern percussive instrument. This authentic replica, based on Caribbean Steel Drums and Indian Ghatam, offers a unique sound to enrich your virtual instrument collection. Developed with handpan pioneer Wolfgang Ohmer, it captures the handpan's unique sonic character. Sampled in the key of D minor (Kurd 9), it allows chromatic playing of basic techniques like sustain. The library provides switchable pad sounds, modulation, and effects for amazing soundscapes. Real Handpan includes key playing techniques triggered by keyswitches. With up to 57 velocity groups per key, it reproduces sounds in detail. The pad section has 6 specially - tuned pad sounds, which can be blended for a background atmosphere. Built - in effects and modulation controls offer powerful sound design tools, letting you create exciting ambiences with just a few clicks. Wolfgang Ohmer, a composer and multi - instrumentalist, focuses on handpan sounds in his compositions since 2011 and has released multiple albums and EPs.
Using the Real Handpan is easy. First, if you want to play different articulations, use the keyswitches to trigger techniques like sustain, mute, flam, and more. For creating background atmospheres, blend the 6 pad sounds according to your preference. You can use the built - in effects such as delay, filter, EQ, and reverb to change the sound with just a few clicks. When it comes to note - playing, keep in mind that the instrument is in the key of D minor, and you can play chromatically. As for maintenance, keep your virtual instrument software up - to - date to ensure smooth performance. Avoid over - adjusting the modulation and effects settings at once, as it might make the sound too complex to control. Enjoy creating beautiful music with the Real Handpan!
