Sabye Handpan Scale
Open and uplifting. Bright modal movement brings a flowing character to melodic playing.
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 |
| B3 | 246.94 Hz | 242.45 Hz |
| C#4 | 277.18 Hz | 272.14 Hz |
| D4 | 293.66 Hz | 288.33 Hz |
| E4 | 329.63 Hz | 323.63 Hz |
| F#4 | 369.99 Hz | 363.27 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 Sabye
Sabye combines open fourths and bright modal movement, producing an uplifting, suspended sound for flowing melodic work.
- Root note
- D
- Character
- Open, uplifting and gently suspended
- Best for
- bright improvisation, song accompaniment, flow 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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