SampleScience has announced the release of a virtual instrument that recreates the sound of the handpan by using physical modeling and sound design.
Virtual Handpan expands the playable range of a standard handpan to 57 notes, something impossible to do with a real handpan that’s limited to a maximum of 9 notes.
A handpan is a unique and melodic percussion instrument that consists of two convex steel hemispheres joined together to create a resonant, UFO-like shape. It’s played by striking the various tone fields on the top surface with the hands or fingers, producing enchanting and soothing sounds.
Handpans are known for their captivating, meditative qualities and are often used for relaxation, meditation, and artistic expression.
Available as a “pay what you like” download (including free), Virtual Handpan comes in VST/VST3 and AU plugin formats and as a Decent Sampler instrument library.
More information: SampleScience / Virtual Handpan
