Djembe

This handmade djembe follows the traditional West African hand drum design: a goblet-shaped shell carved from hardwood, with a rope tuning system tensioning the head. It’s a highly expressive percussion instrument, covering a wide tonal range from deep bass notes to sharp, cutting slaps.

The rope tuning allows precise pitch adjustment, so you can set the head to suit the music you’re playing and the space you’re in. The goblet shape helps the drum project powerfully, which is useful when you need to be heard in a group or on stage.

It’s lightweight and portable, making it easy to carry between workshops, rehearsals and live shows. It works for solo performance, group drumming and educational settings, where students can explore the different tones a single hand drum can produce.

• Handmade goblet-shaped shell carved from hardwood
• Rope tuning system for precise pitch adjustment
• Wide tonal range, from deep bass to sharp slaps
• Lightweight and portable for workshops, rehearsals and gigs