Aluminum Doumbek, Leatherette Wrap

Meinl Percussion Aluminum Bass Doumbek Egyptian Goblet Drum, Leatherette Wrap — Made in Turkey — Synthetic Head, 2-Year Warranty (HE-3200) LIGHT AND PORTABLE: the Meinl Doumbek (sometimes called Middle-Eastern goblet drum) is easy to carry around and play while delivering a wide tonal range; get crisp "Tek" strokes and deep, resonant "Doum" strokes that cut through easily WHY IT MATTERS: it's perfect for bringing to drum circles, gigs, or classrooms if you don't want to carry heavier, bulkier drums; the variety of tones it produces can support a live acoustic band and are fun to explore playing on your own DRIVING THE SOUND: made with a cast aluminum shell and weather-resistant synthetic head for consistent sharp tone; this combination of materials has a snappy response, even at a lower volume ZOOM IN: the exterior is wrapped in matte black leatherette for a sleek look, and it's comfortable to hold; the leatherette also rounds off high frequencies for a slightly mellow sound OF NOTE: comes with a tuning key to make quick pitch adjustments; you can also unscrew the tension rods completely to change heads in moments BY THE NUMBERS: the aluminum shell measures 12" W x 18 1/4” H; head measures 10" THE BOTTOM LINE: this is a solid, dependable, lightweight drum with roots in Middle-Eastern dance music and applications for just about anything from drum circles to acoustic shows to contemporary pop music