Ayasa D Ashakiran 19

The Ayasa D Ashakiran 19 is a handpan that radiates light. Its name means "ray of hope" - an extended form of the Asha scale, which simply means "hope" - and the instrument lives up to it completely. Bright, uplifting, and full of joyful energy, yet carrying a gentle undercurrent of melancholy, the Ashakiran is one of the most emotionally rich and versatile scales in the handpan world. With 19 notes spread across top and bottom, crafted from Ayasa's proprietary Ember Steel, this is an instrument built for expansive, expressive playing.

For Intermediate and Advanced Players

The Ashakiran is a major scale which gives it a sound even brighter and more radiant than a standard major tuning. Where classic major scales can feel straightforward, the Ashakiran floats: it bursts with positive energy, while its harmonic structure opens up a surprising range of moods, from light and cheerful to reflective and tender. 

The Ayasa D Ashakiran 19 takes this already versatile scale and expands it dramatically. With eleven top notes and eight bottom notes, the instrument offers an exceptionally wide pitch range, from the deep D3 ding all the way up to the bright F#5, enabling complex chord voicings, layered melodies, and the kind of dynamic, full-bodied playing that turns a solo performance into something genuinely captivating. It is a scale that welcomes street musicians and performers, meditative players and composers, all with equal warmth.

What’s in the Box?

• Ayasa D Ashakiran 19 Handpan
• Bag of Your Choice: A convenient and stylish way to carry your handpan.
• Care Instructions: Easy-to-follow guidelines for maintaining your handpan.

Dimensions

• Diameter: 53 cm
• Height: 26 cm
• Weight: 4.5 kg

Technical Details

• Scale: Ashakiran 
• Key: D Major
• Top side notes: D3 – G3, A3, B3, C#4, D4, E4, F#4, A4, B4, F#5
• Bottom side notes: E3, F#3, G4, C#5, D5, E5, G5, A5
  
• Material: Ember Steel
• Standard Pitch: 440 Hz

Sound and Build

Every Ayasa handpan is shaped using a standardised deep-draw method - a process refined over more than a decade - that ensures a consistent shell thickness across the entire instrument. This precision is the foundation of Ayasa's signature sound: clear, balanced, and resonant across every note field, with a full low register and bell-like precision in the upper tones.

The D Ashakiran 19 is crafted from Ayasa's proprietary Ember Steel - a stainless steel alloy developed in-house that produces a distinctly warm, rounded tone with exceptional sustain. Ember Steel is also notably more resilient to temperature and humidity changes than standard nitrided steel, making it an ideal material for players who perform outdoors or in varying conditions. Its characteristic bronze patina deepens naturally over time, giving each instrument a visual warmth that is entirely its own.

The D Ashakiran produces a sound that is bright, open, and uplifting, with the radiant major character shining through every note. The wide 19-note range gives the instrument remarkable versatility and luminous upper tones sing above a warm, grounded bass foundation. Each Ayasa handpan is hand-tuned individually after shaping, and every instrument must meet Ayasa's exacting standards before it leaves the workshop.

High-Quality Craftsmanship

Ayasa Instruments, led by founder Ralf, has been crafting high-quality Handpans since 2016. The company has grown into a well organized team, all dedicated to refining the art of Handpan making. Each Ayasa Handpan is handmade, meaning the surface color and texture can vary slightly, making your instrument one of a kind.

About Malte and Ayasa

Malte, a renowned Handpan player and teacher, has been a longtime partner of Ayasa Instruments. In fact, he exclusively plays Ayasa handpans due to their unmatched quality and sound. Malte has been friends with Ralf, the founder of Ayasa, for many years, and has been a significant influence on the development of the Ashakiran scale, which remains a key feature in Malte’s concert performances.

Additional Note!

• The visual appearance may differ slightly from the example image, as each Ayasa handpan is individually handcrafted.
• The Ember Steel patina may shift and deepen over time. This has no impact on sound or tuning.
• To maintain the surface, clean the handpan after each use and store it in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area and not inside the bag.
  
  

Why Choose the Ayasa D Ashakiran 19?

The Ayasa D Ashakiran 19 brings together one of the handpan world's most joyful and versatile scales, the radiant character of the Lydian mode, 19 notes of expansive range, and the benchmark craftsmanship of one of the world's most respected makers. Whether you are performing for a crowd, composing at home, or simply playing for the joy of it, this is an instrument that lives up to its name.