Akebono Handpan Scale
Spacious and contemplative. A sparse modal palette leaves room for pauses and cinematic phrases.
Notes & frequencies
Compare the notes at both reference pitches, or select a note to hear its reference tone.
Reference tones
Selected noteD3146.83 Hz
A4
Sine-wave reference, not a handpan recording.
| Note | A4 = 440 Hz | A4 = 432 Hz |
|---|---|---|
| D3 | 146.83 Hz | 144.16 Hz |
| G3 | 196.00 Hz | 192.43 Hz |
| A3 | 220.00 Hz | 216.00 Hz |
| Bb3 | 233.08 Hz | 228.84 Hz |
| D4 | 293.66 Hz | 288.33 Hz |
| Eb4 | 311.13 Hz | 305.47 Hz |
| G4 | 392.00 Hz | 384.87 Hz |
| A4 | 440.00 Hz | 432.00 Hz |
| Bb4 | 466.16 Hz | 457.69 Hz |
Frequencies are calculated from A4 using twelve-tone equal temperament, not measured recordings. The number in each note name indicates its octave.
About Akebono
Akebono uses a sparse modal vocabulary that leaves room between phrases and supports contemplative, cinematic improvisation.
- Root note
- D
- Character
- Spacious, contemplative and distinctly modal
- Best for
- minimal melodies, meditation, cinematic playing
Maker variations
Scale names, octave choices and physical field placement can vary between makers. Confirm the exact note list and layout of the instrument you are checking.
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