{"product_id":"yataopan-d-aegean-13","title":"YataoPan D Aegean 13","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandpan of the Month: Get the Upgrade for HCT Evatek 2.0 green for free!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe YataoPan D Aegean 13 is the ideal entry point into one of the most captivating scales in the handpan world. Spacious, luminous, and quietly mysterious, the Aegean scale has a character unlike anything else - and this 13-note configuration delivers that experience in a focused, accessible format that is perfect for players who want to explore something beyond the familiar without being overwhelmed. Rooted in a deep B2 ding and crafted from stainless steel, this instrument offers tonal depth and clarity that punch well above its price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor Beginners and Intermediate Players\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Aegean scale is built on an extended D Lydian structure - major in mood, but more open and subtle than a standard major scale. It is a scale that invites melodic exploration without demanding it - every combination of notes sounds naturally coherent, and even simple phrases carry a sense of space and intention that is immediately satisfying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 13-note layout keeps the playing experience focused and intuitive. The top side covers the full Aegean melodic range, while the three bottom notes - B2, E3, and G#3 - add a genuine bass foundation that transforms the character of the instrument entirely. The deep B2 ding anchors everything with a resonant, room-filling presence, giving the D Aegean 13 a tonal depth that standard entry-level configurations simply cannot offer. This is not a stripped-down instrument. It is a thoughtfully designed one.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVideo of the D Aegean 13 will follow shortly:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe height=\"315\" width=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/WF_d2kmZZXc\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat’s in the Box?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYataoPan D Aegean 13\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBag of Your Choice\u003c\/strong\u003e: A convenient and stylish way to carry your handpan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandpan Care Pack\u003c\/strong\u003e: Everything you need to keep your instrument in top condition \u003cspan\u003e(currently not included for orders from the US)\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e: Easy-to-follow guidelines for maintaining your handpan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Weight\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 53 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 26 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 4.5 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMusical Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale\u003c\/strong\u003e: Aegean \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKey:\u003c\/strong\u003e D lydian \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop side notes\u003c\/strong\u003e: D3 – F#3, A3, C#4, D4, F#4, G#4, A4, C#5, D5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottom side notes\u003c\/strong\u003e: B2, E3, G#3\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSound and Build\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe YataoPan D Aegean 13 is crafted from \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, chosen for its clean, precise tone and long-term tuning stability. Stainless steel delivers a bright, clear fundamental with well-defined overtones and reliable sustain - an ideal material for a scale like the Aegean, where the open, floating character of each note benefits from a clear and responsive surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe deep B2 is the defining feature of this instrument. Sitting well below the lowest top note, it delivers a bass resonance that is felt as much as heard. As a result it grounds the instrument's airy upper tones with a warmth and depth that makes every playing session feel complete. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eEvery YataoPan is personally played and checked before it leaves us. Instruments that don't pass are reworked on-site - including retuning, resealing, and quality corrections. If it doesn't sound right, it doesn't ship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe YataoPan Promise\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Malte Marten co-founded the Yataoshop in 2020, the mission was clear: make handpans accessible to everyone, without compromising on honesty. The YataoPan D Aegean 13 is part of the \u003cstrong\u003eYataoPan Expert Line\u003c\/strong\u003e - fully handcrafted instruments with higher tonal complexity and expanded scale options, designed for players who want more than a standard beginner instrument from the very start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Yataoshop, price always follows quality. The Expert Line costs more because it delivers more - in sustain, in resonance, in the feeling under your hands. Not the most expensive handpan we sell. But genuinely the best choice for where most serious players want to be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery YataoPan also comes with a \u003cstrong\u003eworldwide 2-year retuning warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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