{"title":"Accessories","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe right \u003cstrong\u003ehandpan accessories\u003c\/strong\u003e extend the life of your instrument and make daily practice easier. This collection brings together the essentials, selected for their compatibility with Lunveil instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHandpan accessories: protecting your instrument\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003epadded carrying bag\u003c\/strong\u003e is the first essential: a handpan travels often, and steel is sensitive to impacts. The \u003cstrong\u003ebraided rope protective trim\u003c\/strong\u003e decorates the edge of the shell and cushions against daily wear. A \u003cstrong\u003emicrofiber cloth\u003c\/strong\u003e used after each session prevents smudges and corrosion: maintaining these instruments comes down to a few simple steps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlaying accessories for handpan and tongue drum\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ecollapsible tripod\u003c\/strong\u003e stabilizes the instrument at the right height, whether sitting or standing. \u003cstrong\u003eMallets\u003c\/strong\u003e unlock new timbres on the tongue drum and complement finger playing. All these handpan accessories can naturally be added to an instrument order, with free shipping within metropolitan France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse the selection below to equip your instrument as soon as it arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"trepied-handpan","title":"Foldable stand for handpan","description":"\u003cp\u003eFoldable steel tripod with padded seat, designed to hold a handpan at playing height.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy play on a tripod\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen placed on the thighs, part of the handpan shell is muffled by the contact: the sustain is shortened and the bass notes lose resonance. The tripod only touches the instrument at its periphery, which allows the shell to vibrate freely. The difference can be heard from the very first note, particularly on the ding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it changes your practice\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoth hands are free\u003c\/strong\u003e: no more need to stabilize the instrument with your forearms, which opens up access to the furthest notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe position is consistent\u003c\/strong\u003e: the instrument stays at the same angle from one session to the next, which speeds up the acquisition of muscle memory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour back is relieved\u003c\/strong\u003e: you play sitting with a straight back rather than leaning over the instrument, a real difference during long sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTransport and storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe tripod folds flat and slides into a bag or the accessory compartment of a carrying case. The padded seat remains attached to the stand, so there are no loose parts to lose.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe tripod is suitable for the vast majority of standard-diameter handpans. Before each session, check that the legs are fully extended and locked: a steel instrument weighing several kilos will not forgive a fall.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lunveil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58444690686326,"sku":"AC-TRE","price":79.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/7256\/8694\/files\/ChatGPTImage17janv.2026_16_19_33.png?v=1786562109"},{"product_id":"protege-doigt","title":"Finger guards for handpan and tongue drum","description":"\u003cp\u003eSoft finger caps that slip on. They limit heating during long sessions and soften the attack, without eliminating the feeling of contact with the steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat are they for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether on a handpan or a tongue drum, a prolonged session eventually heats up the fingertips, and the strike loses precision as sensitivity decreases. The finger protectors cushion this repeated contact and allow you to play longer without your technique degrading.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e set of 5 caps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e soft silicone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e handpan and tongue drum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho is this for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUseful for intensive practice or during the first few weeks, while your fingers get used to the contact with the steel. They slightly soften the attack: for very nuanced playing, one generally returns to bare hands once accustomed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRinse with lukewarm water and air dry. Avoid solvent-based products, which damage the silicone.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lunveil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58444690981238,"sku":"AC-PRO","price":9.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/7256\/8694\/files\/lunveil-protege-v2.png?v=1786895368"},{"product_id":"chiffon-nettoyant-handpan","title":"Microfiber cloth for handpan","description":"\u003cp\u003eNon-abrasive microfiber cloth, intended for the daily maintenance of steel instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy it is the most useful accessory\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHand perspiration is slightly acidic and salty. Left on the steel after a session, it initiates slow oxidation that first attacks the areas most played, i.e., the tone fields themselves. Yet it is precisely these areas whose geometry determines the intonation: surface corrosion eventually causes the tuning to drift. A thirty-second wipe after each session is enough to prevent this.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUse\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAfter each session\u003c\/strong\u003e, wipe the entire surface dry, without pressing, following the contour of the tone fields.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo not use any products\u003c\/strong\u003e: no detergents, alcohol, or window cleaners. The dry cloth is sufficient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeep it clean\u003c\/strong\u003e: wash it in clear water without fabric softener, which would leave a greasy film on the steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStainless steel does not require any oiling. On nitrided steel, regular wiping remains the primary protection; any necessary oiling should be done with a dedicated product, never with food-grade oil.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lunveil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58444692750710,"sku":"AC-CHI","price":12.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/7256\/8694\/files\/hf_20260812_220832_eb00199b-fe73-4a5d-b59f-baec43897972.png?v=1786572656"},{"product_id":"ruban-de-protection-handpan-en-corde-tressee","title":"Braided rope protective trim for handpan","description":"\u003cp\u003eBraided cord to be placed around the rim of the handpan, at the junction of the two shells.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe area it protects\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe edge is a handpan's weak point. It is the most exposed part when setting the instrument down, taking it out of a bag, or if it scrapes against a wall. An impact on this junction doesn't just mark the surface: it can slightly deform the shell and cause the nearest notes to go out of tune. The trim absorbs these everyday contacts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUsage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation\u003c\/strong\u003e: the cord is placed along the junction and follows the contour of the instrument, without glue or fasteners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt does not touch any tone field\u003c\/strong\u003e: the tuned surface remains completely free, the sound is not modified.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt marks the outline\u003c\/strong\u003e and provides a useful tactile guide when playing with your eyes closed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe trim protects against everyday contact and friction, not against drops. When traveling, it serves as a supplement to a padded bag, never as a replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lunveil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58444698583414,"sku":"AC-RUB","price":60.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/7256\/8694\/files\/66550551806327_ruban-protection-handpan-tresse.jpg?v=1786562128"},{"product_id":"housse-de-protection-pour-handpan","title":"Padded handpan carrying case","description":"\u003cp\u003ePadded bag with soft inner lining, adjustable shoulder straps and accessory pocket.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy a padded bag is essential\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA handpan weighs between 3 and 5 kg and is made of thin steel shell. It is almost never damaged by a violent impact, but rather by the accumulation of contact: the car trunk, the corner of a door, the floor when set down too quickly. The padding distributes these impacts instead of transmitting them to the edge and the tone fields.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat the bag provides\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eA soft inner lining\u003c\/strong\u003e that does not abrade the tuned surface, even on steels most sensitive to micro-scratches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable shoulder straps\u003c\/strong\u003e to carry the instrument on your back and keep your hands free.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAn accessory pocket\u003c\/strong\u003e for a microfiber cloth, mallets, or a folded tripod.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eA thermal barrier\u003c\/strong\u003e: steel reacts to sudden temperature changes, and the bag buffers the transition from the cold outdoors to a heated room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlways transport the instrument flat in its bag rather than on its side: this position best distributes the weight. After traveling in cold weather, leave the instrument in its bag for about thirty minutes before playing, to allow it to gradually return to room temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lunveil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58444698845558,"sku":"AC-HOU","price":99.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/7256\/8694\/files\/hf_20261002_175558_33b69124-c51a-451a-8841-8a69c5932e44.png?v=1790966634"},{"product_id":"mailloches-tongue-drum","title":"Pair of mallets for tongue drum","description":"\u003cp\u003ePair of soft-headed mallets, designed for playing the tongue drum.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFingers or mallets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlaying with fingers produces a round, mellow sound with a soft attack: it is the way to play for intimate practice, in the evening, in quiet settings. Mallets produce a much more defined attack and higher volume. They become useful as soon as you play fast melodies, where the finger does not have time to bounce properly, or when playing outdoors, where the sound produced by fingers is quickly drowned out.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUsage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLet them bounce\u003c\/strong\u003e: the head must leave the tongue immediately after impact. A mallet that stays on the tongue stifles the note.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrike the center of the tongue\u003c\/strong\u003e, not near the cut, where the sound becomes dull.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelaxed grip\u003c\/strong\u003e: gripping the handle tightly transmits the rigidity of the wrist to the strike and hardens the timbre.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese mallets are intended for the tongue drum. Do not use them on a handpan: the latter should be played exclusively with bare hands, and any mallet risks marking the shell and altering the tuning.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lunveil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58444699271542,"sku":"AC-MAI","price":12.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/7256\/8694\/files\/67009633845623_Gemini_Generated_Image_a7x9cfa7x9cfa7x9.png?v=1786562132"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/7256\/8694\/collections\/hf_20260814_182026_c75d5dfd-ab82-4483-8058-44602860f2a9.png?v=1786732313","url":"https:\/\/lunveilpan.com\/collections\/accessoires.oembed","provider":"Lunveil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}