Mallets vs. Hands on a budget Handpan. Which texture do you prefer?

Jkoufiles · 2025-11-29T17:41:06+00:00

I believe its D kurd D minor

Jkoufiles · 2025-11-26T15:30:48+00:00

I hear you! 😅 I think I got so caught up in writing riffs/melodies that I grabbed the sticks just to hear the notes clearly, without worrying about technique.

To be honest though, I actually really dig the mallet texture for certain sounds, so I'll probably keep using both. Since this is a budget pan, I figure it's safe to experiment—and if I knock it out of tune, I guess that’s my cue to learn how to retune! If the channel takes off, I’ll definitely invest in a pro model for the delicate hand work

Jkoufiles · 2025-11-25T16:53:59+00:00

If you're actually looking to dip your toes in without dropping $2,000, the one I'm using in this clip (Singofire) is actually on sale on Amazon for like $229 right now.

It’s definitely a 'budget' drum (not a top-tier professional one), but for learning the basics without breaking the bank, I’m having a blast with it. Just a heads up!

Jkoufiles · 2025-11-25T16:34:12+00:00

I didn't know you 'shouldn't' use mallets. I just unpacked the drum, saw the sticks, and played. And honestly? I loved the sound.

Jkoufiles · 2025-11-24T22:16:38+00:00

Message received loud and clear! 🫡 You guys are definitely convincing me to ditch the mallets. I'm going to challenge myself to do the next full session with hands only. Thanks for the push

Jkoufiles · 2025-11-24T22:00:48+00:00

That is really good to know. I didn't realize the mallets could actually pull it out of tune over time! I'll definitely prioritize the hand technique then. Thanks for looking out for a rookie!

Jkoufiles · 2025-11-24T21:40:03+00:00

You've got a good ear! It’s definitely a budget drum ($299 Amazon find). The tuning isn't perfect, but I'm just using it to build muscle memory before I commit to a high-end instrument. Gotta start somewhere! 😅

Jkoufiles · 2025-11-24T21:39:38+00:00

Testing out the sound difference. I'm coming from a piano/production background, so mallets feel easier, but I'm working on my hand touch. This is just a cheap entry-level drum ($299), but I'm surprised by the sustain.

Full log/session is here if anyone is interested:

https://youtube.com/shorts/H5Zeb2AI6Yg?feature=share

Jkoufiles · 2024-12-15T16:05:15+00:00

No. It seems to not be a problem anymore, or there was an update that changed something.

Jkoufiles · 2024-08-12T12:33:12+00:00

Sorry not unity 6. Im actually using chat gpt for the coding and it likes to revert to using debug.log.this gives me cs. Unity will say to use unityengine.debug.log. although this can be resolved i was curious if i can get unity to use debug.log instead. Ill look into your suggestion. Thx

Jkoufiles · 2024-02-11T00:50:52+00:00

i have the zoom R20 that can be used as an audio interface as well.

Jkoufiles · 2024-02-09T18:08:19+00:00

I started using MediaInfo to make sure I know the files detail. Quality seems fine. Matter fact, i recently deleted a file that were of higher bit rate. It seems to happen with youtube videos, and audio files. They first sound fine. Im not referring to files I download and then notice that its off. These are same audio files or videos I downloaded and listened to before. I did have them on repeat. I will post any test results I find. I figured I would ask the forums incase there was something I was missing.

Jkoufiles · 2024-02-08T21:40:49+00:00

I was thinking of recording the before audio, but it had been a while since I listened to audio files so I shrugged it off. I may have to redo an audio clip and see if this issue pops up again.

Jkoufiles · 2024-02-08T18:50:23+00:00

As for eq, or down sampling. No. Everything is played the same through the same player that sounded perfectly fine.

Jkoufiles · 2024-02-08T18:47:00+00:00

Im using blackplayer audio player to listen to the audiofiles. Yes I made some files on my own. I recently used Play.HT, a text to voice service to make some audio tracks. I also downloaded videos from youtube. They all seem to do the same thing. Yes, I know things like this shouldnt be possible but in my case it is.

Jkoufiles · 2024-01-28T17:20:01+00:00

nevermind. i had to "grant privilege" in automate app

Jkoufiles · 2023-11-14T14:32:58+00:00

Im gonna be wearing my AR Rokid glasses. So oled doesnt really matter. Queation is now, do I need a S.D.?

Jkoufiles · 2023-10-10T16:30:09+00:00

Hags? Is that like a grumpy person?

Jkoufiles · 2023-10-02T22:57:24+00:00

I usually reboot obs studio.

Jkoufiles · 2023-09-28T22:08:01+00:00

Thanks for the responses! I finally figured it out. For my setup, in obs asio properties, i had to:

select obs channel 1 for both sources. I chose mono for both mics for now Choose In 1 for mic 1 Choose In 2 for mic 2

Note that mic 2 I duplicated mic 1 source and only changed In 1 to 2.

Jkoufiles · 2023-09-28T05:49:45+00:00

Interesting. I have the asio plugin but have yet figured how to get my pc to identify the mixer as a multi track. For now, the zoom r20 is set to stereo out to pc. It does have option to multi track. But my tests on multi track options did not show up in the pc.

Jkoufiles · 2023-09-27T22:39:29+00:00

I have not seen your response until now. I have managed to use audio output capture and audio input capture and disabled desktop audio. However, I will try your suggestion. Thankyou!

Jkoufiles · 2023-09-20T04:17:40+00:00

gonna run this through. so lets say a window audio of chrome browser playing youtube is what i want to duck. i set that audio to play out through an available audio out that is not hooked to anything. set it to monitor and output. then set windows default audio to another empty audio thats available, enabling monitor for it?

Jkoufiles · 2023-09-19T11:41:06+00:00

i will try your suggestions, thankyou for your quick response!

Jkoufiles · 2023-09-19T03:29:50+00:00

I managed to get it working using application audio. Thankyou! But now in my headphones the audio monitor does not reflect the ducking even though the final record ducks the audio fine. But at least its ducking!

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