Rammerdrum Tongue Drum 9" Hitzaz 2D Generation

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 9-inch Rammerdrum belongs to the tongue drum family (also called hank drum or tank drum) and focuses on the essentials: a compact format, meticulous craftsmanship, and a uniform response designed for musicality, note by note.

Who This Melodic Percussion Is For

The 9-inch Rammerdrum is suitable for both beginners and intermediate musicians seeking an intuitive instrument that is immediately rewarding and easy to integrate into a setup. Its "play and breathe" approach makes it an excellent choice for relaxation, sound meditation, musical awakening, as well as music therapy contexts.

In terms of styles, it expresses itself particularly well in ambient, cinematic, world, downtempo genres, and all music where the sustain and softness of the attack play a central role. It can also complement a drum kit or percussion set by adding a melodic color without complicating the setup.

Features and Innovations

Made of stainless steel and handcrafted, this 9-inch Rammerdrum aims for a balanced response between each note : the goal is to minimize differences in volume and striking feel to maintain a consistent playing experience, whether in arpeggios or repetitive patterns. The compact format facilitates transport and encourages "settled" playing on the thighs or on a padded stand, allowing the instrument to breathe and resonate properly.

The playability is intentionally flexible: with hands for a more organic and nuanced attack, or with soft rubber mallets for clearer definition and more consistent projection. This dual approach allows adapting the instrument to the room, context (solo, accompaniment, guided session), and the desired level of control.

Sound

The stainless steel provides a clear and stable sonic signature, with good note sustain and a "clean" resonance feel. On a tongue drum, the material directly influences attack and sustain: stainless steel favors clear projection and a pleasant sustain, highly appreciated for enveloping atmospheres and slow playing. The result is a rich sound, capable of being soft when played with hands while remaining defined when using soft mallets.

The tuning offered with 6 notes allows building simple and musical phrases, with intervals that naturally invite loops, ostinatos, and meditative progressions. Thanks to its balanced response, the instrument remains expressive even with light touch, which is essential for relaxation contexts where controlled dynamics without harshness are sought.

Technical specifications

Number of blades	6	Depth	6 "
Instrument size	Small	Frequencies	440 Hz
Category	handheld	Color	Green
Type	tongue drums	Finishing	Matt
Material	steel	Diameter	22 cm

Manufacturing	handmade	Weight	1.3 kg
Body	stainless steel sheet	Playing position	on the thighs or on a padded stand
Number of notes	6	Common uses	relaxation music, music therapy
Notes	Hitzaz A D D# F# G A	Important	la garantie ne couvre pas le désaccordage de l'instrument
Height	6 cm