Rammerdrum Tongue Drum 15" 12 Notes D Minor

Historical Context and Positioning in the Range

After years of research and prototypes, Marco Tirino, creator and craftsman at Rammerdrum, presents here the second generation of his melodic percussion instruments. This evolution aims at a clear goal: offering a more consistent instrument in response, with coherence in touch and dynamics from one note to another, while preserving the artisanal spirit and the sonic personality that define the brand's DNA.

Who This Drum/Tongue Drum Is For

The Rammerdrum 15-inch is suitable both for beginners (immediate handling, intuitive playing, exploration without complex theory) and for intermediate musicians seeking an expressive instrument to compose, record, or accompany. It naturally fits into ambient, relaxation, meditation, film music environments, as well as in contexts of music therapy and group workshops thanks to its melodic and soothing character.

Features and Innovations

Belonging to the tongue drum family (also called "hank drum" or "tank drum"), this melodic percussion can be played resting on the thighs for direct contact and an organic feel, or placed on a padded stand to optimize stability and allow the instrument to resonate freely. The second generation emphasizes a balanced response between each note, which facilitates transitions, arpeggios, and repetitive patterns without breaks in volume or character.

Sound

Made from a stainless steel sheet, the Rammerdrum develops a timbre that is both clear and deep, with a sharp attack and generous sustain. Stainless steel generally provides a sense of stability in the note, good projection, and longevity, while maintaining a soft musicality when played with hands.

When played with hands, you get a rounder, muffled tone, ideal for calm atmospheres and subtle nuances. With soft rubber mallets, the attack becomes more precise, the volume more consistent, and fast patterns gain clarity. The D Minor tuning favors introspective and cinematic atmospheres, while remaining very accessible for improvisation.

Technical specifications

Number of blades	12	Depth	15 "
Instrument size	Large	Frequencies	440 Hz
Category	handheld	Color	Green
Type	tongue drums	Finishing	Matt
Material	steel	Diameter	37 cm

Playing position	on the thighs or on a padded stand	Manufacturing	handmade
Common use	relaxation music and music therapy	Height	15 cm
Tuning	D Minor	Weight	4.7 kg
12 notes	D Minor D3 A A# C D E F G A A# C D	Important	la garantie ne couvre pas le désaccordage de l'instrument