Hijaz Handpan Scale
Dramatic and expressive. A vivid modal character for ornamented melodies and rhythmic improvisation.
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 |
| A3 | 220.00 Hz | 216.00 Hz |
| Bb3 | 233.08 Hz | 228.84 Hz |
| C#4 | 277.18 Hz | 272.14 Hz |
| D4 | 293.66 Hz | 288.33 Hz |
| E4 | 329.63 Hz | 323.63 Hz |
| F4 | 349.23 Hz | 342.88 Hz |
| G4 | 392.00 Hz | 384.87 Hz |
| A4 | 440.00 Hz | 432.00 Hz |
Frequencies are calculated from A4 using twelve-tone equal temperament, not measured recordings. The number in each note name indicates its octave.
About Hijaz
Hijaz brings a dramatic modal color to a familiar D center, supporting ornamented lines and energetic rhythmic improvisation.
- Root note
- D
- Character
- Dramatic, expressive and rhythmically vivid
- Best for
- ornamented melodies, rhythmic improvisation, performance
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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