Steel tongue drum

A modern percussion instrument that evolved from the wooden slit drum, used by various ancient civilizations for ritual and entertainment purposes. Typically made from a steel cylinder or tank, it features tongues of different lengths and shapes cut into the top surface, which are tuned to specific pitches to produce melodic sounds when struck. The instrument is known for its soothing, resonant tones and is often used in meditation, music therapy, and various musical genres.