Description
The lotus mandala steel tongue drum turns a calm, meditative instrument into a piece you also want to look at. This 10-note steel tongue drum is tuned in D Kurd (D minor) — the same gentle, slightly melancholic scale at the heart of the handpan world — and its bronze face is etched with a blooming, layered lotus mandala that draws the eye toward the centre as the sound draws the ear inward.
Materials & body
The shell is cut from resonant steel and given a warm antique-bronze finish under a protective coating, so the surface keeps its glow with very little care. Across the top, a hand-detailed lotus mandala opens outward in concentric petals from a single still point — the engraving is part of the metal itself, not a sticker or print, so it will not peel or fade with playing.
The tongues & tuning
Ten tuned tongues are cut into the playing surface and voiced in D Kurd (D minor), a forgiving scale where every tongue sits in harmony with the others — there are no “wrong” notes, which is exactly why it suits beginners and sound-healing work. Struck with the mallets or played with bare fingers, each tongue gives a clean, sustained tone with a soft, bell-like decay.
Lotus mandala & symbolism
The lotus is one of the oldest symbols of growth and clarity — a flower that rises from still water and opens into perfect symmetry. As a mandala, that opening becomes a focus point for the eye in meditation, mirroring the way the drum’s slow tones settle the mind. It makes this model a natural fit as a mindful gift or a centrepiece for a meditation, yoga, or therapy space. For a sharper, more architectural feel, see the companion Geometric Mandala tongue drum — same scale, very different visual language.
Technical specifications
| Body material | Steel |
| Notes | 10 tongues |
| Scale | D Kurd (D minor) |
| Diameter / Height | 25 cm / 12.5 cm |
| Weight | 1.2 kg |
| Finish | Antique bronze, etched lotus mandala, protective coating |
| Included | Soft carrying bag + pair of mallets |
| Brand / Origin | Delko / EU |
Who it’s for
Beginners who want an instrument that sounds good from the first touch; sound-healing and yoga practitioners; and anyone looking for a calming, beautiful object for a quiet corner at home. No musical training is needed. Pair it with a D Kurd handpan and the two instruments share the same scale.
Care & maintenance
Wipe the surface with a soft, dry cloth after playing to remove fingerprints. Keep it in the included soft bag when not in use, away from damp and direct heat. Worldwide shipping & 15-day return.
Tune your tongue drum
Check each tongue against a reference pitch with the free Tapadum online tuner — useful after travel or seasonal temperature changes.
