Meinl Djembe with Mahogany Wood – NOT MADE IN CHINA – 10″ Medium Size Rope Tuned Goat Skin Head, 2-YEAR WARRANTY (HDJ4-M)
The hand carved shells feature a gouged surface reminiscent of sun-dappled water. This exterior texture also makes the djembe easy to grip between the knees. Hand selected goat heads are secured and tuned by the traditional Mali-Weave system made of high quality nylon rope . MEINL Headliner djembes have outstanding acoustic properties reaching from deep, resonant bass notes to cutting, high-pitched slaps, and are ready to pick up and play right out of the box. For added protection of your instrument, MEINL specializes in carrying bags for their percussion products. The MEINL djembe gig bag (Model# MSTDJB) is perfect for all djembe sizes and is equipped with heavy duty nylon stitching and a strong shoulder strap.
Product Features
- CARVED FROM ONE SOLID PIECE OF MAHOGANY: The Meinl Headliner djembe has outstanding acoustic properties that reach from deep, resonant bass notes to cutting, high-pitched slaps. The hand carved Mahogany shells feature a gouged surface reminiscent of sun-dappled water.
- HAND SELECTED GOAT SKIN HEADS: Hand selected goat heads are secured and tuned by the traditional Mali-Weave system made of high quality nylon rope. These heads produce classic djembe sounds with a warm, yet cutting tone. Play towards the center for a boomy bass sound and slap the edges for sharp, popping accents.
- PERFECT FOR DRUM CIRLCES, LIVE SHOWS OR JAM SESSIONS: The Meinl Headliner djembe is a great all-around djembe for use in any musical situation. Drum circle players will find it easy to use right out of the box without needing to tune it. This djembe is also great for studio work and live shows under a microphone.
- STANDARD SIZE FOR ANY APPLICATION: This drum has a playing surface (drum head) measuring 10″ wide. It stands 20″ tall, making it playable for adults and young musicians.
- OFFICIAL TWO YEAR WARRANTY: All Meinl djembes carry a two year manufacturer’s warranty when purchased from authorized retailers.
Fun for Noobies and Pros at a great price. I recently went to a slackline and yoga festival called BREATHE fest in Chicago, and while there I witnessed a structured drum circle. The instructors were very forthcoming with information, and had me wanting a djembe as soon as i left. So, not hoping for much, i pulled up a few drums on amazon, and low and behold i found a bunch. After reading the reviews, i chose to go with the Meinl due to its construction quality, and hoped for the best. After playing it for a few weeks, i really do love…
Good drum, but came looking used. Bought this drum after some research and consulting with other drun enthusiasts as it was a good deal for a first drum for my daughter.The drum looks a lot like the picture and feels solid and sturdy. I’m looking forward to having it for a long time to come.CON: I was under the impression that I was buying a new drum, but this looks like a floor model. The head is stained in many places and there’s wear around the edges. I bought this as a gift, and I am disappointed in…
A good instrument with a few minor issues For those who work with young children, be careful because the instrument that I received had several places where little hands could get splinters. I had to send them down. This little drum sounds very good. After turning it, it is quite formidable little instrument. However, the reason that it does not get a five is that the workmanship is not as good as I expected. Otherwise, it would be better rated. For those who work with young children, be careful because the instrument that I received…