SWD Sound Watching Drum Tongue Drum 18" 9 Notes - E Meditation 3

Historical Context and Positioning in the Range

The SWD (Sound Watching Drum) belongs to the large family of melodic percussion instruments known as tongue drums, also referred to as hank drums and tank drums. Here, the approach is clearly artisanal: each instrument is gradually shaped and hand-tuned near Naples (Italy) by craftsman Massimo Tirino, with special attention paid to resonance and the accuracy of each note.

Who This Drum/Tongue Drum Is For

The SWD "E Meditation 3" is suitable for both beginners (immediate playability, harmonious notes) and intermediate musicians looking for an inspiring instrument to enrich their textures. It is particularly well-suited for relaxation, meditation, sound bath, ambient music, as well as music therapy, where tuning consistency and the softness of attack make all the difference.

Features and Innovations

Made from a high-quality stainless steel sheet, the SWDrum is progressively formed to optimize the vibration of the shell. The tongues are laser-cut to ensure precise geometry, then each side is hand-hammered, a key step to refine response, stabilize the note, and balance the sound across the different tongues. In terms of playing, you can use it with your hands for an organic touch, or with soft rubber mallets for a rounder attack and more consistent projection.

Sound

Stainless steel provides a very distinctive sound signature: a clear attack, clear projection, and generous resonance. The shaping and tuning process aims for maximum useful vibration, resulting in notes that "breathe," with comfortable sustain for slow sequences, ostinatos, and meditative soundscapes.

The "E Meditation 3" range and its set of 9 notes promote a sense of fluidity: you quickly achieve coherent musical phrases with a sound that is both enveloping and precise. Placed on the lap, the instrument retains an intimate and tactile character; on a padded stand, the resonance can open up depending on the support and the freedom of shell vibration.

Technical specifications

Number of blades	9	Depth	18 "
Instrument size	Large	Frequencies	440 Hz
Category	handheld	Color	Brown
Type	tongue drums	Finishing	Aged
Material	steel	Diameter	47 cm

Playing method	with hands or soft rubber mallets	Model	E Meditation 3
Playing position	on the lap or on a padded stand	Number of notes	9 notes
Common uses	relaxation, meditation music, music therapy	Notes	E G A B C Eb F Gb G B
Craftsman	Massimo Tirino	Height	18 cm
Tongue cutting	laser	Weight	4.5 kg
Hammering	each side hand-hammered	Important	la garantie ne couvre pas le désaccordage de l'instrument