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McCarthy Instruments, Handcrafted in Dublin. Ireland. Visit https://mccarthyinstruments.com/ https://mccarthyinstruments.com/
McCarthy Instruments are the makers of high quality Handpans and Tongue Drums in Dublin, Ireland.
Did you know that there's a "hidden" Major key within the D Aegean Handpan?
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While this scale is heavily based around the minor key of F # and D, there is also a slightly less obvious progression based around A major.
Because of this, you also have the famous 1,5,6,4 chord progression which is used in thousands of famous songs.
I had only just discovered this shortly before filming so it's not the best demonstration, but I'd love to see some other players give this a go. 🎵🛸
The D Aegean 18 note Handpan in Ember steel.
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This is one of those scales that I find very hard to put down. With so many chord options it invites the player to create their own unique melodies and progressions. A very versatile scale with a large tonal range. And good fun to play!
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Made by McCarthy Instruments, Summer 2026.
14/08/2026
Fresh out of the workshop is this D Aegean 18 note in Ember steel. One of the most versatile scales I build, and a real joy to play.
D Aegean 18 - Ember Steel Handpan This McCarthy Handpan is tuned to D "Aegean" with 18 notes in Ember...
12/08/2026
Leaving the workshop this week is this D Aegean 18 in Ember steel. This one is a challenging build as a maker, but definitely one of the most rewarding to hear and play.
21/04/2026
On the shelf this week is this E Major 20 note "Songbird" just taken as a trade in. Made in 2024, freshly tuned and polished this week. Ember steel. Priced at €2400 including a soft case.
Video will be in the comments.
Any questions please send us a message or email [email protected]
Kind Regards,
Jake
10/04/2026
E Amara 20 note, Ember steel. Made by McCarthy Instruments in Dublin Ireland. Spring 2026.
E Amara 20 note Handpan in Ember steel, made in Dublin Ireland by McCarthy Instruments. Spring 2026.
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| Monday | 8am - 7pm |
| Tuesday | 8am - 7pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 7pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 7pm |
| Friday | 8am - 7pm |
| Saturday | 8am - 7pm |