Nova 48 12+1 Chromecore – 19-Inch Steel Tongue Drum, 13 Notes, 440 Hz

🎵 Tuning: 440 Hz – international standard pitch. Also available in 432 Hz. The Nova 48 12+1 is the largest and most powerful model in our collection: 13 notes (12+1), handcrafted from polished stainless steel, delivering the deepest tones and strongest vibrations. It is ideal for sound healing, music therapy, and meditation. While accessible to beginners, there’s plenty to explore and learn, making it perfect for all skill levels. Chromecore is our polished stainless steel finish — a clean silver look with the same sound as our Gold models. 🎨 Available Engraving Designs: Flower of Life – symbol of unity, creation, and harmony Mandala – representing wholeness and inner peace OM – sacred sound of the universe, ideal for meditation Sakura – Japanese cherry blossoms symbolizing renewal and beauty Sri Yantra – ancient symbol of spiritual balance and energy Tree of Life – representing connection, growth, and grounding Yin Yang – the balance of duality and harmony in life ✨ These engravings are laser-etched onto the center of the drum, creating a beautiful, lasting impression that won’t wear off over time. Free engraving: write the design name in the order note in your cart. 🎵 Tuning: 440 Hz or 432 Hz? Every Nova model is made in two tunings. It is the same drum – the same steel, size, number of notes and handcrafted quality. Only the pitch reference is different. 440 Hz – the international concert standard. Choose it if you want to play along with guitars, pianos, ukuleles or other instruments, with recordings and backing tracks, or check your drum with standard tuner apps. 432 Hz – tuned slightly lower (about 32 cents, roughly a third of a semitone). Many people find its sound softer and warmer and choose it for meditation, sound healing, yoga and solo playing. 💡 Not sure which to choose? If you plan to play with other musicians or along with recorded music, choose 440 Hz. For relaxation and playing on your own, both work beautifully – 432 Hz is a popular choice.