Nino NINO PERCUSSION MINI MELODY STEEL TONGUE DRUM - NINO980WH
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
The steel tongue drum belongs to the family of modern melodic percussion instruments designed to make music immediately accessible. In this mini format, the instrument prioritizes ease of use and portability: a practical solution for initiation, educational accompaniment, and moments of relaxation, without complex adjustments.
Who This Drum/Steel Tongue Drum Is For
This miniature Steel Tongue Drum is primarily aimed at young children discovering rhythm and pitch, as well as teachers and facilitators looking for a clear and quick-to-use instrument to capture attention or structure an activity. It is also suitable for beginner musicians who want to improvise easily, and for anyone seeking a melodic percussion instrument for relaxation, meditation, or gentle atmospheres at home.
Features and Innovations
Thanks to its pre-tuned scale, this tongue drum allows for "natural" playing: every strike remains musical, encouraging improvisation and creativity. Its 5.5-inch diameter makes it particularly manageable, and its immediate handling makes it an excellent tool for creating a sound signal in class (start of workshop, calming down, transitions). The included soft rubber mallets promote a softer sound and limit harsh attacks, which is appreciated with children.
Sound
The steel construction and the "tongues" principle (cut lamellae) produce a soft, balanced, and soothing timbre. Striking with the mallet highlights a gentle attack and pleasant sustain, ideal for simple patterns, call-and-response games, or relaxing atmospheres. The choice of a preset scale ensures coherent harmony: even when playing at random, the result remains musical, which boosts beginners' confidence and educational value.
Technical specifications
| Number of blades | 6 |
| Instrument size | Mini |
| Category | handheld |
| Type | tongue drums |
| Material | steel |
| Accessories included | Sticks |
| Frequencies | 440 Hz |
| Color | White |
| Finishing | Matt |
| Diameter | 13.97 cm |
| Scale | pre-tuned |
| Playing | allows melodies without wrong notes |
| Sound | soft and soothing tone |
| Format | miniature size |
| Classrooms | sound signal to mark an activity |
| Important | la garantie ne couvre pas le désaccordage de l'instrument |
Questions frequently asked
Does the Nino Mini Melody Steel Tongue Drum allow playing without wrong notes?
The pre-tuned scale enables the production of harmonious melodies without wrong notes. Each tongue is designed to facilitate improvisation from the very first strikes.
What is the diameter of this mini tongue drum?
With a diameter of 5.5 inches, this miniature size offers handling suitable for young children and mobile activities.
Can it be used as a sound signal in the classroom?
The soft rubber mallets produce a gentle attack, suited to capturing attention without a harsh sound. A sound signal can thus mark the start of a workshop, a transition, or a return to calm. The pre-tuned scale makes its use easy in an educational setting.
What kind of sound does a steel tongue drum made of steel produce?
The steel construction and cut tongues deliver a soft timbre with pleasant sustain. Striking with the mallet highlights simple patterns and soothing atmospheres.
Is detuning covered by the warranty?
The warranty does not cover detuning of the instrument.
