Discover the Joy of the 6-Note Slit Drum
“The limited number of notes is actually its biggest strength.”
Experience the delight of creating music effortlessly. No need for sheet music or advanced techniques—just a gentle touch brings forth soothing sounds that resonate with your spirit. Whether you’re seeking relaxation, rhythm, or a new sonic adventure, this instrument invites you to explore freely.
price : $190~ (shipping included)
| product code | P6 |
| Diameter | 22cm |
| Height | 12cm |
| Weight | 1,6kg |
| Accessories |
malletｘ2, swimming cap, tuning magnetｘ６ and output jack |
Key changes are free
If the key of the instrument is high, the overall impression will be bright and sparkling. Conversely, if the key is low, the impression will be calm.
Setting the instrument’s key to “F” or “G” will give the impression that the notes resonate well from high to low.
The basic scale is the “Ryukyu scale,” but it can be switched to the “major scale” or “minor scale” using the included tuning magnet.
| Key | Constituent Tones | |||||
| C ⇒ | C | E | F | G | B | C |
| D ⇒ | D | F＃ | G | A | C＃ | D |
| E ⇒ | E | G＃ | A | B | D＃ | E |
| F ⇒ | F | A | Bｂ | C | E | F |
| G ⇒ | G | B | C | D | F＃ | G |
| A ⇒ | A | C＃ | D | E | G＃ | A |
| B ⇒ | B | D＃ | E | F＃ | A＃ | B |
The basic scale is set to the “Ryukyu scale” because it can be easily switched to the “major scale” and “minor scale” using the included tuning magnet (each position is marked).
Tuning magnets can only lower the tone.
To switch to a major scale, attach magnets in three places: ②, ③, and ⑤.
To switch to a minor scale, attach magnets in two places: ② and ⑤.
If the base scale is Ryukyu, you can lower the tone to other scales, but if the base scale is the major scale, you cannot change “D” to “E”.
In this way, if the base scale is Ryukyu, other scales can be used.
Another big reason is that the tone of the propanota matches very well with the tropical atmosphere of the Ryukyu scale.
One magnet can lower the tone by “1 to 1 and a half tones”.
You can also create your own scale by attaching magnets in any position you like.
| Key |
Constituent Tones | |||||
| ① | ② | ③ | ④ | ⑤ | ⑥ | |
| C | C | E | F | G | B | C |
| D | D | F＃ | G | A | C＃ | D |
| E | E | G＃ | A | B | D＃ | E |
| F | F | A | Bｂ | C | E | F |
| G | G | B | C | D | F＃ | G |
| A | A | C＃ | D | E | G＃ | A |
| B | B | D＃ | E | F＃ | A＃ | B |
焼き色茶系(クリア仕上げ）
黒さび加工
素材色(クリア仕上げ）
焼き色青系(クリア仕上げ）
エメラルド
キャンディブルー
オレンジ
イエロー
渦巻き(プラス2000円）
地色塗装後、渦巻き模様を入れクリア仕上げを施し模様を保護します。
(地色、クリア塗装は粉体塗装をします）
水流
墨流し
チョコミント
マーブル模様(プラス2000円）
A resonating sound can be added to the bottom or inside so that it resonates with the surface sound plate.
By slightly shifting the frequency of the two sounds, it is possible to “give the sound fluctuations.”
In instruments used in orchestras, this is called a “groaning sound” and is avoided.
However, in this metal tongue drum, this combined with the characteristics of the sound creates a healing effect that is quite sufficient.
Additional resonances: $10 per resonance
Less is More: Unlock New Musical Possibilities with Fewer Notes
Don’t let the limited number of notes fool you—this is where the magic lies.
Tuned to a pentatonic scale, this 6-note drum makes every note sound harmonious. There’s no wrong way to play it—just follow your intuition, and beautiful music flows naturally.
Perfect for improvisation, meditation, and relaxed sound play, it invites players of all levels to create without fear.
Its clear, well-defined tones also shine in ensemble settings, providing a gentle yet grounding presence that adds depth and color to any musical collaboration.
Search “pentatonic scale” and you’ll discover why musicians around the world trust its simplicity—and its power.
