african d'Jembe drum: small 10-12' delivery in about 8 days USA Only

Description

Each drum is unique. Designs on base vary. Drums may or may not have hair. No drum is perfect; but all full size Djembe drums are checked for:
Head ring tightness,
Djembe Drum - small size.
Djembe Drums are a traditional African musical instrument. The entire instrument is hand made. The drum surface is leather made from goat skin and the base is made of sturdy carved wood, encircled with plain or braided rope. Some have designs etched into the base, as well as fabric trim along the top. These drums are popular in reggae and other cultural musical productions. In West Africa, nearly all ceremonies are accompanied by the timeless and distinctive melody of drums. Approx. 10-12" tall, 7-8" diameter. Made all over west Africa. Mainly Mali. 12 or more can incur oversized shipping.
M-M01600. Delivery In About 8 Days. USA Only, International Shipping Takes About 16 Days
String tightness
Level and even head
Sound quality
No holes in head
No significant imperfections in wood base or bowl
Fist size opening between bowl and base
The wood used for Djembe drums varies depending on the country where it is made.
Drums from Senegal are typically made with Demba or Teak wood., and are relatively heavy.
Drums from Ghana are normally made from Tweneboa (African Cedar) wood, and are very light.
Durms from Mali, Ivory Coast, and Guinea are made with Lenre or Linke wood, and are relatively light.
Drum heads are made from goat skin.
M-M01600.
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