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Djun-Djun 11 inch x 20 inch, Rosewood The stave constructed rosewood shell has two heads and ring and cord tuning. One head is smooth & one is of natural hair. Leather beater included. The cord color may vary from the photo. DJN1 $279.00

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Djun-Djun 16 inch x 29 inch, Rosewood The stave constructed rosewood shell has two heads and ring and cord tuning. One head is smooth & one is of natural hair. Leather beater included. The cord color may vary from the photo. DJN6 $390.15

Ewe Barrel Drum, Sogo Description coming soon! DRU126 $491.00

Sogo Drums of the Ewe speaking people, made of staved poplar. Skin is stretched across the mouth of the drum and pulled taut by a durable rope and peg tuning system. Ewe barrel drums are constructed in various sizes which articulate the function and character of each drum in the ensemble. The drums are played upright, tilted or suspended in a stand. Played with sticks or hands, they produce a variety of distinct projecting tones. Made in the US by Jag, in the traditional manner. Sogo-Kidi-Kagan These are the most common Ewe barrel drums and are usually played together in an ensemble. The Sogo can double as a lead or support drum, while the Kidi and Kagan are strictly used as support drums. The Sogo is played with hands or sticks while both Kidi and Kagan are high pitched and played with sticks. Sogo 8.5" x 25"Special Order instruments are unique and individually crafted just for your order. As these are not mass produced products, completion and shipping of your order can take extra time. Usually, special order instruments can be completed and shipped within twelve weeks. However, if yours will take longer than twelve weeks, we will contact you. DRU253 $440.00

Gudugudu Small wood kettle drum, tuning paste on head, played with rawhide sticks, produces a two tone effect. 7” by 5-1/2”. DRU270 $170.00

Stick for Bata triple drum set Extra stick. DRU271S $8.50

Kpanlogo Drum Large and loud authentic Kpanlogo drum direct from Ghana! Very unique drum, shaped like a junjun but tuned and tensioned like an Djembe. Very rich, resonant tones from the traditional, animal hide head and large body make this drum a joy to play in any environment. This drum is hand crafted throughout, and adorned with traditional tribal symbolism carvings and engravings.

Each crafting is a unique, one of a kind drum; the symbolism carvings chosen by the individual craftsman. We recommend the Kpanlogo as a perfect bass rhythmic addition to any hand drum ensemble and circle. Height: 26". Head diameter: 10". Circumference: 42" (wow!). DRU456 $385.00

Gravikord Electric double harp with 24 nylon strings, 3 1/2 octaves diatonic scale, made of stainless steel and wood, inspired by the West African Kora
The scale alternates from side to side, so each hand is able to play both bass and treble notes simultaneously
Strictly electric, works with any amplifier has 1/4" plug
Welded stainless steel frame, wood tuning block, metal tuning machines, carved bridge with piezo electric pick-up and cord, set of 24 colored nylon monofilament strings
Length 51"
height 7"
Width 8"
Weighs approx. 5 lbs.
Warrenty none

ELE024 $2700.00

Kora 18 or more strings African harp. 45" tall. Traditional friction tuning. Skin head. Lute skin body tuned like a kalimba. Diatonic scale alternating from side to side. HAR088 $990.00

Small 3 String African Harp Small African harp. The neck is made out of a small branch, skin laced heads. About 15" tall. Great for simple trance music.

Sound Sample HAR217 $58.00

Hudak Talking Drum, (w BEAL) 9", Wooden two-headed "talking" drum. Heads held in place by cords. Held under the arm, squeeze the cords to make the drum talk. Great Whaaa-Whaa sounds. Includes a beater. HUDK $79.90

African Thumb Piano Round Gourd body, 5 spring steel notes, 6-7” diameter, crude craftsmanship, made in Ghana. PER015 $40.00

Double Bell (Gankoqui) Made of forged iron, comes with a playing stick, approx. 12" height. Clear cutting tone. PER116 $40.00

Rhythm Gourd Cowrie shell, painted african designs, looks like a bowl with shells hanging down,around 10" diameter PER161 $40.00

Bendrey Gourd Drum, Burkina Faso These wonderful gourd drums from Burkina Faso have goat skin heads. About 14"-16" in diameter. Great sound. Limited supply! PER178 $65.00

Extra-Large Avaga Bell Crafted of hand forged iron, Avaga is a versatile metal bell which works well in nearly any musical setting. A small striker ball is mounted inside the Adodo for shake style, ringing bell tones - or strike it with a stick for a loud, distinct cowbell sound. Approximately 9 inch length. PER277 $42.00

Small Kpoko Double ended wood bells with rattles in each bell producing a woodsy sound,looks like a dumbell. Total length 8" by 3" (bell width). PER304 $20.00

Medium Kpoko Double ended wood bells with rattles in each bell producing a woodsy sound,looks like a dumbell. Total length 10" PER305 $37.00

Kpoko Kpoko Double-ended wood bells come from the Ebo tribe of south-central Nigeria. The rattles produce a very unique wood rattling sound. Lightweight, natural wood with a woodsy-clangy sound. Large 14 x 6-1/2 x 2-1/2, fits hand comfortably. PER306 $50.00

Bulga Stick, single Description coming soon! PER458 $19.00

Talking Drum Adondo or Talking Drums have many uses in African society. Drums are used through the life span of the African. During birth, initiation, and death the sound of the drum is present. They are made from various objects including calabash, gourds, wood, and bamboo. "Talking Drums" are widely used in Ghana, especially by the Ashantis. They send messages of happiness, sorrow, war etc. to other tribes through the beating of the drum. The Adondo is a Talking Drum because it can produce a wide range of pitches including high female sounds and low male sounds. There is a language that is spoken with these magical sounding drums. Wood with skin heads and leather thongs. Sizes vary can be 17 to 19 inches tall. Comes with a special curved playing stick.Talking Drum (was tad001) - Repaired head.Plays fine! SEC2371 $50.00

Large Maru Shekere (second, was per373) Gourd body with nylon netting wrapped around andplastic beads, low tone when struck on the bottom of the gourd, 12” x 14” Repaired crack on rim. Looks and plays fine! Gourd body with nylon netting wrapped around body, and plastic beads, low tone when struck on the bottom of the gourd. SEC2785 $99.00

Morris Drummer Tanzania Ebony A beautiful hand carved sculpture of a Tanzanian Morris drummer. Perfect as a display piece or gift! SPS215 $250.00

Talking Drum, medium Comes with 1 striking stick. Made from wood and bamboo, About 13 - 17". TAD001A $70.00

Medium Engraved Metal Talking Drum Well made, beginner to intermediate level talking drum. Metal body, goat skin head and braided cord tension ropes. Traditional talking drum shape, 8"x15", includes playing stick. TAD004 $118.00

Small Talking Drum Adondo or Talking Drums have many uses in African society. Drums are used through the life span of the African. During birth, initiation, and death the sound of the drum is present. They are made from various objects including calabash, gourds, wood, and bamboo. "Talking Drums" are widely used in Ghana, especially by the Ashantis. They send messages of happiness, sorrow, war etc. to other tribes through the beating of the drum. The Adondo is a Talking Drum because it can produce a wide range of pitches including high female sounds and low male sounds. There is a language that is spoken with these magical sounding drums. Wood with skin heads and leather thongs. Sizes vary. Usually about 11-12 inches tall. Comes with a special curved playing stick. TAD009 $46.00

13 inch Diameter Ceramic Udu Drum with Drum Head. An excellent choice for any playing situation, this very clean and well made Udu is tight and responsive, with a clear and defined tonal range. What's more, it sports a tuned drumhead, allowing for an added, Bata-like tonal color! The versatility and potential is inspiring, showing you things about you're drumming that you might not have realized before! UDU013 $275.00

Udu, Honey Udu features a solid ceramic body that delivers clear and defined tone.Height: 14", Diameter: 11"he special and unique bass sound of the Udu provides new depth for any ensemble. The Honey model Udu has a light golden finish and comes with a padded drum holder base. The Udu produces unique, soothing sound effects that are great for any African Drum or Djembe performance. Hand crafted, solid stoneware body Delicious, defined bass tone Holey colored finish Comes with a padded drum holder base Height: 14", Diameter: 11" UDU026 $119.00

Stone Whistle This authentic stone carved whistle, imported directly from Africa, plays well and makes an excellent, memorable gift. This is a closeout item, as the craftsman has decided to stop making them. Although we have plenty right now, they are selling fast - and will no longer be offered once sold out. So don't delay in ordering to ensuring that you receive these unique, one of a kind stone whistles!

WHS141 $15.00

Nomad Large Gourd Drum Hand crafted, organically grown gourd drum, headed with natural animal hide, and tensioned similar to a Djembe. Gourd interior is lined with fiber resin to ensure durability and tone. The shell will not break under “normal” conditions. DUM080 $321.00

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