Best Tongue Drums on Amazon ($100-$200 Range) Review and Comparison

Today I'm telling you all about the best steel tongue drums on Amazon in the $100-$200 range! You can pick up the 15 tone drum here: amzn.to/39Ftwp6
The 14 tone drum here: amzn.to/3bx9Qpv
And the Double Tongue drum in D minor here: amzn.to/3s6gKaz
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[@myfirstnamemylastname2994]

Wouldn't it be wonderful to have her for a music teacher... especially for a mid-life beginner...

[@mikezoeller1181]

Just bought the d minor tongue drum. I love the reverberation and thanks for showing it to us!!!

[@TheJessRamone]

I just love your energy. And thank you so much for your several reviews/informative videos on tongue drums 🙏🏻💜

[@JewHater1945]

Your channels is informative and great for people looking to learn this stuff and you got a great passion for music keep on doin this good stuff

[@mjames978]

Thanks Molly really informative and fun video. Helps with all the choice out there.

[@_ingoknito]

Lovely! This is very much the KZbin content I enjoy most.

[@MusicalMollyKhan]

Aww thank you! 😊

[@castleguard_of_xbox360]

Whoa, I just played a hand pan with my cousin, and I’m so hooked! It might not be a hand pan, but it’s close enough! Thank you so much for you positive and informative video!

[@futureviking5091]

You’re such a calming person! You have a great attitude towards life! ❤❤❤

[@angelachristle2116]

Thank you so much! I was chatting with a friend this morning and he had just purchased several of these for family members and himself… And I got so excited because I have been in the market for one but they’re also very expensive and I wanted something a little less expensive to begin with to see if it’s something I really want to spend time with. I am so excited! And you have been delightful to watch! I will definitely be reviewing other videos you have done and all future ones that you put out! And I’m about to click proceed to check out on the D minor drum💜

[@glittergaps]

thank you for these reviews! 🎶💫

[@KennyVert]

What a sweet spirit! ❤❤ Thank you, Molly.

[@jr_oantonio]

the moment you touched the third one my eyebrows raised..."ok, this is something else". Thanks for your content, lady. Very helpful,:)

[@TheInfiniteWay]

Molly thank you for sharing music experience. It is very useful and enjoyable. 🙏🏼

[@MusicalMollyKhan]

Thanks so much 😊

[@HPLNTV]

Great I was actually looking for Dm or Gm tuning since my Shakuhachi flute is in Dm. Thanks for the review!

[@isisrichards5391]

Hi Molly thank you for the very informative video! I was at the swap meet and saw one for sale so I started doing research and I found you, YAY! I am getting one for my 17 yr old granddaughter as a gift, she plays lot's of instruments and I think this will be good for her being home schooled, she spends a lot of her time alone. She lives under quiet conditions so she feels as though she is disturbing the others if she plays her keyboard and certainly won't play the electric guitar and maybe a little bored with her acoustic guitar. She does read music however I am still uncertain which one to buy, I want it to be a surprise so I don't want to ask her which one she wants, any suggestions?

[@vulcanizedanthony145]

Amazing video, thank you so much. I've been considering getting a RAV for a while, but they're rather costly 😅 Thanks for showing some more affordable options!

[@MusicalMollyKhan]

Glad to help! I would love to have a RAV as well, but these are nice alternatives for the price 😊

[@myotheraccount17]

Nice comparison. These a great options for someone to check out tongue drums before they dive into the pricier options out there.

[@MusicalMollyKhan]

Thank you! Yes, especially the D minor drum is a great intro in my opinion.

[@caleblawrence3240]

You're so happy and bubbly. Did I hear a baby in the background? My son makes me happy, and he loves my steel tongue drum.

[@swannee22]

I hope to get the Domina but when looking for tuning magnets on Amazon, I couldn't find anything. Have I misunderstood the tuning process? Help? Your demo ing the drums is great! Thank you! :)

[@ndmso]

Hi, what's the decorative bamboo like skirting that wraps around some steel tongue drums? The skirting truly adds to the beauty of the instrument.

[@musicalmiscellany]

They all seem like pretty good drums for the price. Nice comparison of the 3.

[@MusicalMollyKhan]

Thanks! They really are all great drums 😊

[@Denise-SA]

OK. I'm sold ... and made the purchase for the 14 tone drum that you demonstrated. I purchased it in the gold (yellow) with black number because I want to use it with elderly in a nursing home and hope that they can "see" the lines of the tongues and the numbers easier than a dark tongue drum. We'll see how it goes. I am very excited about finally getting one. Thank you for all your demonstrate for us!

[@MusicalMollyKhan]

What a great idea! I hope it works out well 😊

[@Denise-SA]

It arrived. 1) It looks great and the dark lines do aid location of tongue for "vision" ~ especially with my elders. 2) It sounds lovely with the mallets... but quite "dead" when played with fingers. Don't know why. 😟 Just "dull" when tapped with fingers.. doesn't sound like yours ... I wonder what could make the difference.

[@ToddlerTN]

@@Denise-SA I think the fingers are the actual difference, Molly simply has better technique - it comes with practice.

[@Denise-SA]

@@ToddlerTN 😑

[@RingsOfSolace]

Miss, you are a gentlewoman and a scholar. I just got $300 worth of Amazon gift cards from my work for Christmas because it's probably my last year (I just got my compsci degree and they all know I may be out before the end of next year) and I've wanted a steel tongue drum for a minute, and I want one so bad. Like, I already play guitar but the instrument is amazing. This* made my search so much easier and is exactly what I needed. Edit - sorry I'm drunk, fixed mistakes in spelling.

[@ljdunsmore1]

She's always so happy! 😄 ❤

[@melindawiens275]

Thank you so much! Would you consider one easier to learn on than another? Thank you

[@AmirHa]

Could you please tell us which one of these is louder? and maybe compare the quality of the sound? Thank you

[@Metabrowser]

Very nice. Thanks for the information. I have a question. Will my apartment neighbours complain of the noise, or is it soft enough that they won't hear it?

[@witte82]

Thx for the help , 👌

[@lamxiujing8206]

Very nice comparison! Thank you so much for comparing them for use.

[@MusicalMollyKhan]

Thank you! I hope it helps your decision 😊

[@user-tj6ot7tw8g]

@@MusicalMollyKhan Wolves eat a cattle head kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZmnFh56VbdN7fM0

[@vinnyj101]

Really good video. They all look so cool. Thanks for demonstrating with both hands and sticks. I have a question, what's the rope/band that wraps around these? The one I'm eyeing doesn't have one. Is it aesthetics or does it serve a purpose? Are they removable?

[@MusicalMollyKhan]

It's mostly aesthetics to cover up a rubber band that goes around some drums to dampen the sympathetic vibration of the metal. Or, on drums made of two half spheres, it covers up the welding point. It may be useful on a drum that doesn't have that band though?

[@vinnyj101]

Gosh, thanks! I'd been wanting to know this for a while.

[@toddm6738]

The cheap line with the leaf tongues is no longer available…what would you recommend?

[@groovyrainbow]

Help! I need to know what you think about The Balmy Drum ASAP. We just purchased the Rakumi, and it doesn’t sound nearly as good as my mom’s Balmy. I just couldn’t find ANY reviews on Balmy and hesitated to pay their astronomical prices for a drum for my daughter. However, quality is important to us. Please tell me what you think, as we are trying to get her one for Christmas.

[@deltablue6618]

I would say save up a little money and get a RAV Vast in B Celtic minor. Amazing sound and sustain.

[@MOAON_AABE]

Hi, the double tongue drum is no longer available, do you happen to know of a decent or budget friendly improv drum?? Specifically for improv and meditation?

[@353uba]

How can you tell what key the drum is in one of mine does not have the key on it

[@ghostdog7306]

Recently bought an Atma Buti 10 in. Key of C... Love it! So soothing and easy to play. It has a rubber like plug in the bottom hole, what is that for? I don't hear that much difference with the plug in place or removed

[@MusicalMollyKhan]

I think the rubber plug helps to muffle some of the more metallic overtones. It also lessens the chance of accidentally cutting a finger or hand on metal! 😊

[@SimpleTankDrum]

Tank drum is using a Numeric Notation, So we dont need to worry about the key from the drum except we want to play with a group like orchestra... i prefered a 15 tone rather than 14 tone.

[@cariemedsme8882]

Hi! Is the D-minor drum in pentatonic scale? :)))

[@vhf2757]

How do you think the Beat Rise hybrid drum you reviewed compares to these? In particular the double tongue. Is there a clear winner tone wise in your opinion? Great videos btw!

[@hippiesweets1265]

I would also love to know her thoughts as Im trying to decide between the two. Ive done days worth of research and narrowed it down to those😂 its hard deciding by listening to videos of the tones bc the mic can really reverberate at times. My only dissapointment with it is that you cant play around with the magnets with either- but thats okay..im really just looking for d minor scale with those clear overtones.

[@thesodavampire]

Thank you for the comparisons. Really appreciate it. Between the 14 and 15 note drums, will having one less note on the drum make a big difference? I'm having such a dilemma cuz the 14 note one sounds great.

[@MusicalMollyKhan]

I don't think it makes much of a difference. You'll very rarely need that lowest 3 note. And I agree, the 14 tone has the best sound!

[@thesodavampire]

@@MusicalMollyKhan Thanks! I just placed an order for the 14 note one. Can't wait for it to arrive!

[@MusicalMollyKhan]

@@thesodavampire I hope you love it! Happy drumming 😊

[@TADDs101]

@@thesodavampire so, how do you like the tongue drum? I am thinking about getting one .. i work in hospice and feel this could be very relaxing to play for our patients

[@claude5657]

magnifique ! très belle collection

[@johnfritz3477]

Do you prefer the tongue pan or the double tongue drum

[@RoyArrowood]

Is it common to strike the drum by swinging your thumb by turning your wrist? I think you could get close to the sound you get with the mallet that way but keep the natural feel of striking with hands. I feel like that is what would feel natural for me. Like the way I would slap a bass.

[@MusicalMollyKhan]

I think you totally could! The trick is to avoid anything that causes pain - you don't want to injure yourself! 😊

[@Matt369oi]

Can you please do an updated video? All these drums are unavailable

[@chelsearoselittle2547]

Help! The Amazon link you posted isn’t working. I am in love with the yellow 15 note drum and looking to buy it 💕

[@MusicalMollyKhan]

Thank you for letting me know! I will try to find another link for you 😊

[@JaneKelly32]

I may have to stop watching your channel because it’s getting me into so much trouble, hahaha! I have that purple drum - my favorite, one very similar to that gold, and I just ordered the black double note (because now I need a drum in D Minor) as well as a D Celtic Minor from NovaDrum. I also purchased the tiny purple one you reviewed, and I LOVE it! I have an ASteman moon drum made of nitrided steel, which I’m in love with. Plus I got two lyres, a 16 and a 19 string, neither of which I can part with. Never mind making a music room - instruments are taking over the entire house! 😁 I love it.

[@MusicalMollyKhan]

Oh my gosh I completely understand - I enable myself 🤣I hope you enjoy all your lovely instruments ☺️

[@user-tq5ei5xi4h]

Is it some kind of lsd kind of reaction in advertisement...?!?!?? Which one of amazon product do u actually recommend ...., the black one or simply all of them😮?!? I wanna get one... not sure which one...

[@dianehaigh7423]

What tongue drum would you recommend for a 7 year old that loves music and wants to learn to play. Between $100- $200

[@kevinrecord1912]

I Just Bought Then Steel Tongue Drum - HOPWELL 15 Note 14 Inch Tongue Drum - Tongue Drum Instrument - Hand Pan Drums with Music Book, Steel Handpan Drum Mallets and Carry Bag, D Major (Navy Blue) Could You Please Post A Pic Where The Numbers Should Be Placed? I Really Enjoy All Your Post. Kind Regards, Kevin D. Record

[@hollyoliver5887]

Do you know what the purpose is of having the hole in the middle of the drum? And what is the purpose of the whole in the bottom of the drum, should the plug be left in the bottom or not? Thank you

[@MusicalMollyKhan]

The hole in the middle of the drum has to do with the way it produces sound vibrations; the hole can be either on the top or bottom. Some brands plug the hole with rubber to dampen interfering vibrations. It's all up to you - however you like the sound best 😊

[@dominiqueschetty5998]

Hello thank you very much for your videos. i just bought a double tong drum and i don't know how to place my numbers. can you help me? thank you very much

[@MusicalMollyKhan]

Yes! This video should help out 😊 kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5jchaebg7F0aJo

[@TheJessRamone]

The D minor (double tongue) drum is currently unavailable... Here's hoping it will be back in stock 🤞🏻🤞🏻

[@destineeburns7754]

Is the gold one a balmy drum?

[@bibbedyboo3532]

YAAAy these are so awesome

[@MusicalMollyKhan]

They are great drums 😊

[@cariocajin]

How can I not smile back? Impossible !

[@amandajohnsonyoung]

Can you share the name of the gold drum? The link to Amazon is not working and I really like the sound of that one.

[@MusicalMollyKhan]

That's too bad! I believe this link will take you to the same drum from a different brand: amzn.to/39Ftwp6 😊

[@sebastianlimstrand676]

Would be awesome to watch you to actually make a song out of some of your instruments :) Just so one can get the full impression of what one can achieve from these instruments. Love from norway.

[@MusicalMollyKhan]

I will definitely be doing that soon! I'm moving houses at the moment and I'm hoping to get a better recording setup at my new place 😊

[@sebastianlimstrand676]

@@MusicalMollyKhan So sorry for hearing about you moving, stressful moments in life. But i do thank you for the honest answer ! :))) keep rolling ! Love from norway

[@chrisharper1120]

Sold out of the 9 note D minor, bummer! Pull some strings for me and you have my purchase lol

[@gerardopiero1000]

I just followed your Amazon link above and purchased the 9 notes drum in D minor yesterday. Today, Amazon informed me that the seller shipped the item but...I noticed that the seller gave an invalid tracking number...so I looked into it, and discovered that he has a horrible customers rating: only 30 % of buyers are happy, 70% of customers complain that they never received the item or that they received something completely different from what they ordered. Brrr... I pray that I will be as lucky as you and I will get the drum ! :-)

[@MusicalMollyKhan]

I'm so sorry that happened! I will search for a new source for the drum. I hope yours arrives safe and sound and in a reasonable amount of time 🤞

[@castleguard_of_xbox360]

@@MusicalMollyKhan have you found a new source? Just go t interested in these percussion lap-instruments.

[@Danr9Burela]

I liked black too

[@MaxwellTurek]

Is the Harry Potter theme song in D minor?

[@debbiejohnson2789]

Your baby sounds sweet. Thank you for these demonstrations and comparisons of these beautiful drums.

[@parapaPAI]

Oooh!! Gosh! I wish I had found this video before I wasted my money on a drum that clearly sounds worse !! my next purchase I will use your links directly! 😅

[@MusicalMollyKhan]

Aww, I'm sorry you're disappointed with your drum, but I definitely appreciate the support 😊

[@danhern1336]

You have a beautiful soul!!

[@greggoehring2207]

I don't have $300 to spend because I already have on several. I would like 2 octaves. I really would like tunable, but not essential. And I want to get a good, clean ring out of each tongue...tired of dead ringers, when the videos ring well. What is your best recommendation based upon the many used?

[@MusicalMollyKhan]

My best recommendation is the happybuy 14 tone drum for that: amzn.to/3BrWKn7 It's almost but not quite 2 octaves, just missing the low 3, but the sound is the best out of all the mass produced drums imo.

[@greggoehring2207]

@@MusicalMollyKhan thank you for the recommendation. I actually purchased the same drum by a different seller (SEAAN store) which I found for less. And it had the HLURU engraving on the back. It is very fun to play for a C Major scale tongue drum. Your note arrived after my purchase and was a good confirmation that I had likely made a great choice, and it was. Appreciate your videos demoing different. I also purchased the Harmonic Star 10" drum in D Major, but which will take magnets to modify the scale. Purchased both for the price of one of the big sellers of the 14" drum. Have you tried the Timber Drum Co Slit Tongue Wood Drum? It is very different, but then some of the same and quite fun to add yet another dimension of fun to music creation and enjoyment. Thanks again.

[@MusicalMollyKhan]

@@greggoehring2207 so glad you found what works for you! I would love to get that wooden drum, it sounds amazing! 😊

[@joiceiork9211]

Sadly I can´t order it here in The Netherlands

[@MusicalMollyKhan]

Aww bummer! 😔

[@mikezoeller1181]

My apologies. I received my tongue drum and I am satisfied with the reverberation quality of the sound that I was expecting from your video. There was an ornamental gourd that was damaged in shipment and I am hoping the Chinese company will replace for my promised five star rating.

[@isisrichards5391]

Yikes! I clicked on your Amazon link above and I'm getting, "Your connection is not private", "return to safety" so I will have to go to Amazon directly!

[@daniellazylen5350]

Anywhere else to buy the double tongue drum? I don't want to order from China, it takes forever and you never know what you get. Yes it's an amazon link, but to a third party seller in China.

[@toni2606]

I bought at $30 lower than any amazon seller with FREE shipping. Yes, I waited 3 weeks for freight shipping (overseas.) I couldn't be happier. I absolutely would and likely will order from them again. Pures Music.

[@daniellazylen5350]

@@toni2606 Thanks, I actually bought a handpan instead. Glad I did.

[@thisone9]

Most of your recommendations on Amazon are unavailable.

[@cintgalea8026]

The 15 note one is it possible to tune to 444hz?

[@moniqueprouten9109]

Unfortunately the double tongue drum is unavailable and may never be available 😪. Thank you for your very informative review. I am going to check out more of your reviews before I purchase one.

[@MusicalMollyKhan]

Oh no! I just checked a few days ago and it was.. I will have to look again!

[@MattPfromPC]

What a lovely smile!

[@MusicalMollyKhan]

Thank you 😊

[@MattPfromPC]

@@MusicalMollyKhan You're welcome!

[@USRA1971]

Molly you are so cute and giggly. Nice reviews. I love your videos.

[@MusicalMollyKhan]

Thanks so much 😊

[@zero00044]

Its too bad the 15 tone drum isnt sold anymore. The page is now owned by a jewelry seller lol.

[@kerryagius3463]

Currently waiting on refund as could not send to my zip code, something to watch. Different company.

[@Danr9Burela]

God! U r so beautiful and cute!!! From Russia felt ur charm))) soon ill buy Rav vast...so...)))

[@xezerik62]

try buying custom drums by sellers on etsy. stop buying garbage on amazon your wasting your money

[@MusicalMollyKhan]

You might enjoy this video I made on more high-end drums: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYOqYYeOrpKXbNE 😊

[@sickofthebs93]

Do you know where I can find a very deep tone drum for under $200?

[@CodexGigas773]

in this case, i was more hypnotized by the performer rather than the performance :)