Used Handpans & Scratch-and-Dent Handpans for Sale
Used Handpans & Scratch-and-Dent Handpans for Sale
Looking for a used handpan for sale? Occasionally we offer second hand and new scratch-and-dent handpans that have minor cosmetic imperfections but sound just as beautiful as our new instruments. Each handpan is handcrafted and tuned in our Madison, Wisconsin workshop and carefully inspected before being offered at a discounted price.
If you would like to see more photos or videos of any specific instrument, just reach out to our team.
Used Handpans & Scratch-and-Dent Handpans for Sale
Finding a high-quality used handpan for sale can be difficult. Because each handpan is handcrafted and produced in small quantities, the second hand handpan market is often limited and unpredictable.
From time to time, we offer used handpans and scratch-and-dent instruments through this page. These handpans are available at a discounted price while still maintaining the sound quality and craftsmanship that Isthmus Instruments is known for.
Most instruments listed here are new handpans with minor cosmetic imperfections that occurred during the building process. Occasionally we also list second hand handpans that have been previously owned and returned or traded in.
Every instrument is carefully inspected & fully tuned in our Madison, Wisconsin workshop before being offered here.
If you are looking for a discounted handpan without compromising sound quality, this is often the best place to start.
What Does “Scratch & Dent” Mean?
A scratch-and-dent handpan is a new instrument that may have small cosmetic imperfections such as:
• minor to elongated surface scratches
• small marks or discoloration in the finish
• slight visual irregularities from the building process
These imperfections are purely cosmetic and do not affect the sound, tuning, or playability of the instrument.
Each handpan is still tuned and inspected by our builders before it is made available for purchase.
For many players, scratch-and-dent instruments are an opportunity to own a handcrafted handpan at a lower price.
Used & Second Hand Handpans
Occasionally we also list used or second hand handpans that have been previously owned.
These instruments may come from:
• customer trade-ins
• returns
• demonstration instruments
Like all of our instruments, used handpans are carefully evaluated before being offered for sale.
Availability of second hand handpans is limited and changes frequently.
Why Buy a USED Handpan from Isthmus Instruments?
Isthmus Instruments has been building handcrafted handpans in Madison, Wisconsin since 2013. Our instruments are known for their clarity, balance, and long-term serviceability.
Every handpan offered here has been:
• built or inspected by experienced makers
• professionally tuned
• tested for sound quality and stability
Even when discounted, these instruments reflect the same standards we apply to every handpan we build.
Looking for a More Affordable Handpan?
If you're exploring handpans for the first time or hoping to stay under a specific budget, you may also want to explore our second brand:
👉 Drift Handpans
Drift Handpans are designed to be a more accessible entry point into the instrument, with models typically priced under $1500.
You can explore those instruments here:
Many players discover the handpan through Drift and later upgrade to a custom instrument from Isthmus.
FAQ
Are scratch and dent handpans still good quality?
Yes. Scratch-and-dent handpans have minor cosmetic imperfections but are fully tuned and sound the same as our standard instruments.
How often do used handpans become available?
Used handpans appear occasionally and tend to sell quickly because availability is limited.
What is the difference between used and scratch-and-dent?
Scratch-and-dent instruments are new handpans with small cosmetic marks. Used handpans have been previously owned.
