The handpan is a distinctive melodic percussion instrument crafted from two steel hemispheres joined to form a resonant, UFO-shaped body. Played by striking its various tone fields with hands or fingers, it produces soothing and enchanting sounds that are ideal for relaxation and artistic expression. Its unique timbre and meditative qualities have made it a popular choice for musical exploration and ambient soundscapes.

Virtual Handpan brings the captivating sound of the handpan into the digital realm through advanced physical modeling and sound design. This virtual instrument expands the traditional handpan’s limited range by offering 57 playable notes, far exceeding the typical maximum of nine notes found on real handpans. This extended range enables musicians to explore new melodic possibilities and create richly textured compositions.

Featuring a multi-sampled handpan sound, Virtual Handpan includes built-in effects such as distortion, delay, chorus, and reverb to enhance sonic creativity. The instrument also provides amplitude ADSR controls, multiple LFOs, and filter options for shaping the tone precisely. With polyphonic, monophonic, and legato voice modes, it adapts to various playing styles, making it a flexible tool for producers and composers seeking the ethereal qualities of the handpan in their music.