Start. Play. Feel.
Simple Touch. Endless Expression.
Why 9+1 matters
Spark has 9 surrounding notes with a central bass note — a layout usually found in larger instruments.
The center note gives your playing a deeper foundation, while the surrounding notes make it easy to build simple melodies and patterns.
- Central bass note for a fuller sound
- 9 surrounding notes for patterns
- Compact size without the “toy-like” feeling
- Easy for beginners,
interesting for experienced players - Deep scales from E3
Small in size. Full in musical character.
One musical core. Two finishes.
Studio vs Art Finish
Studio Finish — Clean, minimal, and durable.
Studio Finish uses a smooth powder-coated surface. It is easier to keep in steady production, which makes it the most accessible way to own a Spark.
- Clean modern design
- Minimalist colors
- Durable everyday finish
- Best value in the Spark line
Art Finish — More individual, handmade.
Art Finish instruments are polished, heat-colored, and lacquered by hand. The surface has natural color movement, so each instrument has its own visual character.
- Natural fire-colored metal
- More visual depth
- Unique handmade design
- Feels more like a one-of-a-kind piece
Art Finish
Studio Finish
What's included with every Spark
Everything you need to start playing is included:
- Spark steel tongue drum
Handmade, tuned, and checked before shipping. - Pair of mallets
For a clear, gentle sound from the first touch. - Carrying bag
For storage, protection, and easier transport. - Instrument passport
Basic information about your instrument and its tuning. - Hand-braided cotton edge
*included with Art Finish designs only*
A soft handmade edge detail that adds comfort, protection, and a warmer visual finish. - Shipping included
The price you see already includes shipping to supported destinations.
Open the box and start exploring the sound.
E Amara scale has a warm, open, and meditative character. Its notes naturally work together, making it easy to create slow melodies, calm improvisations, and atmospheric sound from the first touch - perfect for beginners.
DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) - shipping option where the seller assumes responsibility until goods reach the buyer.
Forged by Time
Since 2016
Burning27 is not a factory brand. It is a small workshop shaped by years of working with steel tongue drums, sound, tuning, and the details that make an instrument feel alive.
Spark is the result of that experience: a compact drum that keeps the simplicity people love, but adds a fuller 9+1 musical layout and a deeper center note.
This is for people who want something real.
Maybe you have never played before, or maybe you think you cannot play. But if something in you is drawn to sound — that quiet feeling you cannot quite explain — Spark was made for that beginning.
FAQ Burning27
Questions before choosing your Spark
Is Spark good for beginners?
Yes! Spark is easy to start with because the notes are tuned to work naturally together. You don't need musical experience to create calm, beautiful melodies.
At the same time, the 9+1 layout gives it more musical depth than many simple beginner drums, so it is not something you will quickly outgrow.
What does 9+1 layout mean?
It means Spark has 9 surrounding notes plus one central bass note.
The central note works as the musical anchor, while the surrounding notes let you build melodies and patterns around it. This gives the instrument a fuller, more complete feeling in a compact size.
What is the difference between Studio Finish and Art Finish?
The sound and musical layout are the same.
Studio Finish has a clean powder-coated surface. It is minimal, durable, and more accessible in price.
Art Finish is polished, heat-colored, and lacquered by hand. It takes more work and gives each instrument a more individual visual character.
How is Spark different from cheaper tongue drums?
Cheaper tongue drums often focus on the number of notes or the lowest possible price.
Spark is built around a different idea: a compact body with a complete 9+1 layout, central bass note, careful tuning, handmade finishing, and small-batch quality control.
It is made to feel like a real instrument, not a decorative sound toy.
What tuning should I choose?
If you are not sure, choose a tuning that feels emotionally right when you hear it.
Some tunings feel warm and peaceful, some feel deeper and more mysterious, and some feel brighter or more uplifting. You can contact us before ordering, if you want help choosing.
Is shipping included?
Yes. Spark pricing includes shipping to supported destinations.
For US orders, we also use DDP (Delivered Duty Paid), which means import duties and taxes are handled before delivery.
If your destination has special shipping conditions, you will see the available options at checkout, or you can contact us before ordering.
How long does it take to ship?
Ready-to-ship instruments are usually packed and sent as quickly as possible.
If a finish or tuning is made to order, processing time may vary.
You will receive tracking information after your order is shipped.
Can I ask a question before buying?
Sure. If you are unsure about tuning, finish, shipping, or whether Spark is right for you, send a message before ordering.
I will gladly help you choose honestly.
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