The Heart of Our Craft
Step inside our Bali workshop and see how every instrument is shaped by hand, patience, and passion.
A Moment in Bali That Changed Everything
In 2017, while visiting Bali, I was shown a video of a handpan for the first time. The sound struck me deeply: warm, pure, and almost otherworldly. It planted a seed of curiosity that soon grew into a deep passion for sound and craftsmanship.
A year later, I returned to Bali and met several talented local artists and craftsmen. Their dedication, precision, and love for their work were contagious. Together, we began creating: shaping metal and wood into instruments that could speak to the soul.
The Road to Perfection
Driven by our shared vision, we built a small studio surrounded by rice fields. A place where craftsmanship and creativity could thrive.
We equipped it with the best tools, experimented with different materials, scales, and finishes, and slowly refined every step of our process.
Every instrument we create today is the result of those years of exploration. Instruments that not only sound exceptional, but carry a story, a feeling, and the touch of every craftsman involved.
Oscar
Founder of LIDAH®
A New Beginning
Experience the ceremony that marked the opening of our Bali studio.
Our Impact
From the very beginning, we wanted LIDAH to be more than just an instrument brand — it had to give back. We proudly collaborate with local Balinese artisans, paying fair wages and ensuring that their skills are valued and preserved.
A portion of every purchase supports YKPA Foster Home, a local orphanage caring for over 40 children in Bali.
By choosing LIDAH, you help provide education, food, and opportunities for these children — turning sound into positive change.
A Sustainable Future
Sustainability is at the heart of what we do. For every wooden instrument we sell, we plant a tree in Indonesia, helping restore balance to the ecosystems that give us our materials.
We also work to minimize waste, recycle packaging, and continuously reduce our CO₂ footprint.
Because every sound we create should resonate not only with people — but with the planet.
Thank You for Being Part of Our Journey
Every LIDAH instrument is a piece of our story — and now, part of yours. By supporting our craft, you help us continue building something truly meaningful:
Music that heals, connects, and inspires.
Ready to experience the sound yourself?
Explore Instruments →The First Bali Connection
2017
Oscar visits Bali for the first time and discovers the island’s deep connection to music, craftsmanship, and spirituality. A spark that plants the seed for what would later become LIDAH.
The First Handpan Crafted
2018
After returning to Europe, Oscar begins learning about the art of handpan making. Later that year returning to Bali to start, experimenting with tuning and steel types.
The very first LIDAH handpan is created. Imperfect, but filled with passion. Friends and local musicians begin to play and share feedback.
The First Studio Built
2019
A small studio is built in Bali, where the first instruments take shape. It becomes a space of experimentation, collaboration, and deep learning about the art of sound and steel.
Expanding The Collection
2020 - 2024
New instruments are introduced: the Shamanic Drums, Didgeridoos, Singing Bowls and more, inspired by meditation and sound healing practices. The collaborations with Balinese artisans expand.
The New Studio is Finished
2025
A 200m² creative workshop and studio opens in Bali. Designed for handpan building, R&D, and musical collaborations. This marks the beginning of a new era for LIDAH, rooted in craftsmanship, community, and sound.