The djembe is a musical hand drum that belongs to the membranophone family. It consists of a goblet-like body and a drumhead made of calf, antelope, or zebra skin. It commonly accompanies other instruments to produce rhythmic dance music for rituals and celebrations. Its origins lie in West Africa where it is believed to contain the spirits of the instrument maker--the tree--and the animal used to make the drumhead skin.
Types Of Djembes
Kinds of Djembes include the following:
Wood djembe
A wood djembe has a body made of natural hardwood like oak.
It is kiln-dried for maximum durability.
The drumhead is made of goatskin.
It is approximately two feet tall with a 10-inch diameter drumhead.
It can be made with a curved rim, decorative strips, and chrome hardware.
It can come with accessories such as lug lubes and tuning wrenches.
Fiberglass djembe
A fiberglass djembe has a body made of durable yet lightweight fiberglass.
It is made with powder-coated hardware.
The drumhead is made of genuine goatskin. This material produces deep bass sounds.
It has an approximate diameter of 9.5 inches.
Choosing Djembes (Buying Tips)
Straps: For playing the djembe on the streets or at the beach, choose one with carrying straps and a mount. Crown: Choose a djembe with a contoured crown and a longer collar for better resonance.
Rounded edges: To help you play better in extended performances, choose a djembe with rounded edges.
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