18" Mini Series
compact and sound
The 18″ Mini Series offers a compact and portable take on the classic PanStream sound. Designed for travel and convenience, these instruments maintain a balanced tone with clear articulation in a smaller, lightweight format.
Ideal for players who value portability without sacrificing musicality, the 18″ Mini Series suits casual playing, travel, therapy settings, and intimate performances. Scales can be customised, and instruments can be tuned to different frequencies.
Material: Stainless Steel
Frequencies: 440Hz / 432Hz
Highest Note B5; Lowest Note D3;
Impedance* notes are C5 and G#5
*Impedance: A phenomenon in HandPans where certain notes may sound slightly muted or unstable due to the instrument’s size, shape, or depth. This occurs when sound waves inside the shell do not fully align, leading to subtle interference between frequencies.
If the item is not available for immediate purchase, you may place a backorder. Orders are typically completed within 2 to 6 weeks.
Compatible with the Malte Marten Method as well as other widely used HandPan teaching approaches. These methods offer structured ways to develop technique, rhythm, and musical understanding, and are explored in more detail in our How to Play post.
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- 21″ Ayasa Ember Shells
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- HandPan Care Kit sample
- HcT Airtek Medium Case
crafted to order
Other popular scales
Custom configurations are available – just enquire.
8 NOTES
Eb Minor
Eb / Bb C C# Eb F G Bb
9 NOTES
D Celtic
D3 / A3 C4 D4 E4 F4 G4 A4 D5
D Kurd
D3 / A3 Bb3 C4 D4 E4 F4 G4 A4
E Amara
E3 / B3 D4 E4 F#4 G4 A4 B4 D5
F# Kurd
F#3 / C#4 D4 E4 F#4 G#4 A4 B4 C#5
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I can’t recommend PanStream enough. Mark is an incredible maker with decades of experience tuning steel. I own several of his instruments, including.. Read more..
Perfect balance of quality and price! I was looking for a good beginner instrument, and the PanStream D Kurd exceeded my expectations. Great tuning, lovely sustain, and feels amazing to play.