13 best congo drums

Product description

The Rock Jam traditional wooden bongo drums are a fantastic choice for students and beginners looking for a high quality product at an affordable price. Students in their hundreds take bongo's to university and this great pair by RockJam provide great tone and superb construction. Crafted from beautiful cuts of wood and fitted with 7" and 8" cow skin heads, these great bongos also come complete with a tuning key and robust black bag with carry strap - Perfect for slinging over the shoulder when on the move. Players young and old who are after an affordable set of Bongo Drums within a realistic budget should look no further than the RockJam 100300 Bongo's.

• Authentic Skin Heads
• Chrome Hardware
• Head Size: 7 inches and 8 inches
• Natural Gloss Finish
• Includes Padded Carry Case and Tuning Key
• Note: The skins have to be gradually tightened evenly rather than one side at a time. This can stress both the frame and the skin

User questions & answers

Question:	One of the handles for my bongo just broke can u guys send me the piece
Answer:	These drums have been tuned a little loosen to keep them from falling apart during shipping. Tighten all of the bolts around each drum one full turn. Remember to move in a circular pattern around each drum. Once you've given each bolt a full turn, the tone will begin to sound more like what you'd expect from bongos.
Question:	I have this bongo set and the drum heads broke. Where can I get replacements
Answer:	Dear Wendy Gonick,We will provide you with a one-year warranty
Question:	Can it play on the floor
Answer:	Dear Dina, this is made in China.
Question:	Is this item suitable for 8 month old baby? She recently played bongos in baby music class and loved it
Answer:	no

Product features

RockJam 7" & 8" Bongo Drum Set with Bag

From burning man essential to student dorm staple, bongo drums are now intrinsically linked into our culture.

Portable and instantly accessible to all age groups. Bongos have been used in every type of music genre, from Marvin Gaye to tech house and everything in between.

If you have ever drummed a desk at work or stopped your child from banging the dinner table, then it's only right to turn a time killer into a talent and pick up a RockJam bongo today.

Padded Carry Case

The padded case has been designed especially to provide both a snug fit for the comfort of your bongo but also for you when transporting your RockJam Bongo drum anywhere.

Chrome Fittings

We've made no compromise on quality, the chrome fittings are not only appealing on the eye but they add durability to ensure your RockJam Bongo can sustain any environment.

Authentic Skin Heads

Tried tested and refined we have sourced authentic skin heads for the ultimate sound, feel and longevity ensuring that whilst your skills improve the sound of your bongo will remain the same.

Product description

This natural satin finish 28" tall conga wood set comes with a height adjustable double conga stand.

• Item may ship in more than one box and may arrive separately
• 10" & 11" Siam Oak shells
• Black powder-coated hardware
• 9/32" lugs
• Rubber bottoms
• Rawhide heads

User questions & answers

Question:	Is this for two congas
Answer:	Yes.and good for the price
Question:	Is this for two congas
Answer:	Yes, this includes 2 congas and a stand.
Question:	Does this stand support a standing position player
Answer:	Yes it does I’m a stand up player also
Question:	Any assembly required? (Considering as a gift
Answer:	No assembly was required.

Product description

This vintage sunburst finish 28" tall conga wood set comes with a height adjustable double conga stand.

• 10" & 11" Siam Oak shells
• Black powder-coated hardware
• 9/32" lugs
• Rubber bottoms
• Rawhide heads.EZ Curve Rims

User questions & answers

Question:	greeting I want to know who brings the package
Answer:	We use FedEx shipping Eno. Thanks.
Question:	Bienen las dos congas 10 y 11 y el soporte de las congas
Answer:	No viene el soporte solo vienen las 2 congas
Question:	Is this for TWO conga drums
Answer:	If you read through the reviews, you'll notice that some people only receive the single 10" drum and NO stand. I was such a customer and while my return shipment back to the factory was easily fulfilled, this whole ordeal was an unnecessary hassle. Approach cautiously!
Question:	Para confirmar vienen las dos congas con el stand
Answer:	Sí, los congos vienen con un soporte.

• GENUINE GOATSKIN DRUMHEAD: The jembe drum with a genuine goatskin drum head, the thinner skins have a sharper sound with fewer overtones in the slaps and are louder compared to thicker cowhide. The skin is tightened by steel rings correctly, you don’t have to worry any curved on the head.
• EXQUISITE HANDCRAFTED: Our bongo congo drum carved from one solid piece of mahogany by skilled artisan, features in high hardness and density. We adopt the low-stretch (static) rope, which was test several times by professional drummers, won’t too loose or tight for a better tuning.
• STANDARD SIZE: The hand drum measures 9.5''x20'', is popular among grade, middle schools and new beginners because of its versatility and portability. And the head size is big enough to play with proper technique to achieve bass, tone, and slap.
• HAND-CARVED DESIGN: The base section of djembe drum with hand-carved flying elephant pattern and other tradditonal element, a symbol of luck and best wish for you, adds unique style to your place and let you enjoy the exotic charm.
• 5-STAR POST-SALE: Aklot African drum offers 45 days satisfaction and quality warranty, please feel free to contact us for a solution if you have any question.

User questions & answers

Question:	Are goats killed for their skin just to make these drums
Answer:	i would guess it is completely used and this is a byproduct of the butchery process
Question:	Is the head made of goatskin? Will it be dirty on the surface
Answer:	Yep, the drumhead is headed with goatskin, since it’s untreated rawhide, it’s unavoidable to have some stains. But believe us, it won’t affect the sound and your normally use.
Question:	What's the exactly size of the djembe
Answer:	The African drum measures 10’’ in diameter of the head and 20’’ tall. Thanks for your question.
Question:	What make this for children/starters/beginners, instead of for professional musicians
Answer:	Honestly, I'm not sure, other than it's a smaller size drum but I've seen people of all ages, play different size drums so not sure. My daughter and I have been having fun with ours. It is a smaller size drum and drum head but seems to be good quality, so far. We've only had ours for about a month now.

Product features

Aklot African Drum

A djembe is a type of West African drum that is goblet shaped. It is traditionally carved from a single piece of wood with a skin stretched over the top.The African drum can provide a wide variety of sounds, making it more and more popular among drummer lovers.Thus here, Aklot African drum manufacturer work harder on offering a professional option!

How to produce different tones:the bass tone

The bass tone can be produced by hitting near the center with your palm. As soon as your palm hits the drum, let it bounce off like you are bouncing on a trampoline.

How to produce different tones:the open tone

The open tone is made by striking with your knuckles approximately over the rim.

How to produce different tones:the slap

The slap is done with the heel of your palm in the center of the drum head and your fingers slapping near the far rim. As soon as your fingertips hit the drum head they should rebound like the tip of a bullwhip.

Get in the proper position

Keep a good posture, and keep the African drum as steady as possible while playing.

1.You can place your drum under your arm, keeping it in place with your inner elbow.

2.You can also play the djembe sitting down.

Some djembe drum players use a strap that goes over the shoulders, keeping the drum in place between their knees.

High Quality Mahogany

We know that the hardness and density of wood is important factors for the sound and projection of the djembe. So our artisans carved the drum from one single log of mahogany, which makes the tone warm thick and full.

Genuine Goatskin

Aklot jembe drum is headed with adult goatskin for fewer overtones in the slaps and ensure it can yield louder. You can easily feel it among various ensembles.

Static Rope

If the skin is too loose or too tight, the drum won't produce the right sound.You can tune the drum by tightening or loosening the tuning ropes on the side of the drum

Hand-Carved Pattern

On the surface of base section, hand-carved flying elephant theme pattern, a symbol of luck and best wishes for you, adds unique style to your place and let you enjoy the exotic charm.

Product description

Djembe Drum African Wood Percussion Bongo Congo Drum Designed Exclusively For JIVE/ Using Fair Trade Practices

• Solid Wood Djembe Drum - Hand Carved And Hand Painted By Skilled Artisans
• Features A Genuine Goat Skin Drum Head - Produces A Nice Resonating Sound
• Handcrafted - Motifs May Vary From The Picture. Allow For Variances In Color Of Wood From Light Brown To Dark Brown.
• Dimensions: 12" High x 5" Wide ; Materials: Wood - Fair Trade Item
• ORIGINAL Jive  BRAND. Jive is a registered brand with the US Patent and Trademark Office. Our logo, brand, and slogan are all protected intellectual property.

User questions & answers

Question:	In what country was this drum made
Answer:	Africa

• Hand Genuine Goatskin Drumhead---Ture goatskin drumhead makes this Djembe is duable and of high ductility,having a fantastic tonal range, from a piercing slap ,tone, to a deep resounding bass.
• Lightweight Size----Our bongo congo drum adopts ABS resin material as body, 1/3 lighter than conventional wooden drums. measures 8.3''x11.2'',weighs 860g, this size of Djembe is good for primary, grade schools age, as a good starter drum.
• Sound Precise and Stable---We use four-button lock ropesound to keep the djembe drum classic sounds with a warm tone.Those quality rope which ensures that the drum holds its pitch for a long time before it needs tuning.
• Cotton Linen Pattern--The bright color cotton linen pattern on the djembes improve performance enthusiam,decorative geometric color blocks give the impression of unique traditional element.
• FEEL FREE TO CONTACT US---Please feel free to contact us if there is any problem with our djembes.

User questions & answers

Question:	How the tone sound
Answer:	The tone of the Djembe is beautiful and it is so well crafted.
Question:	Can children use it
Answer:	Absolutely.You can buy small ones for kids.
Question:	Will it be dirty on the Djembe goatskin surface
Answer:	If you mean does it have a darker coloration because of that, no. It is pretty true to the picture. It has that white-cream color on the surface.
Question:	Would this Djembe be a good beginner drum for a 8 year old
Answer:	Yeah, it's smaller and not heavy to hold for an 8 year old child.

Product features

8.3'' Djembe Drum

Specification

Item Name: Bongo Congo African Djembes Drum

Drumhead size : 8.3 inch

Length : 11.2 inch

Weight: 860g

Drumhead material: Goatskin

Body material: ABS Resin Material

Cotton Linen Pattern

Package Include :

1 x Bongo Congo African Drum

STANDARD SIZE

Ture goatskin drumhead makes this Bongo Congo drum is duable and of high ductility,having outstanding acoustic properties that reach from deep , resonant bass notes to cutting , high-pitched slap tones.Play towards the center for a boomy bass sound and slap the edges for sharp, popping accents.

Hand Genuine Goatskin

Djembe drums made from real African goatskin have a bright tone, stable sound, and are not easy to run. This goatskin has few hair follicles, high cortex content, and good toughness.

High Quality Rope

Features rope tuning and natural goatskin head for a more authentic drumming experience.Those quality rope which ensures that the drum holds its pitch for a long time before it needs tuning.

Lightweight Size

This djembe is also great for primary, grade schools age, as a good starter drum,because we adopt ABS resin material as body, 1/3 lighter than conventional wooden drums.

Cotton Linen Pattern

Decorative geometric color blocks give the impression of exotic charm,this colourful djembes improve children's performance enthusiasm.

Product description

A perennial favorite among music lovers, the Djembe drum, has become very popular in the Western music world.  Played with with bare hands slapping the goat skin drum head, it produces a rich, vibrant, resonating sound.  Handcarved from a single piece of local hardwood and enhanced with a traditional painted design, this drum is sure to please any music lover.

We carry an assortment of these drums and since each piece is handpainted, designs and color of the trbal motif may vary. The drum you receive may differ from the picture.

Materials: Wood & Goatskin

Handmade - Please allow for minor variations. Tribal Motif may vary from picture.

• Solid Wood Djembe Drum - Hand Carved And Hand Painted By Skilled Artisans - NOT MADE IN CHINA
• Features A Genuine Goat Skin Drum Head - Produces A Nice Resonating Sound
• Features A Carrying Loop & Heavy Duty Cords For Tuning And Stabilization
• Dimensions: 12" High x 5" Wide ; Materials: Wood - Hand Crafted: Allow For Variances In Tribal Motif And Color Of Wood - Fair Trade Item
• ORIGINAL Jive BRAND. Jive is a registered brand with the US Patent and Trademark Office. Our logo, brand, and slogan are all protected intellectual property.

Product description

Solid Wood Mahogany Wood Djembe With Deep Carving Designed Exclusively For JIVE Using Fair Trade Practices

• Djembe Drum Solid Wood Deep Carved Bongo Congo African Drum - 12" HIGH MED SIZE - Professional Quality - NOT MADE IN CHINA - JIVE BRAND
• Features Heavy Duty Professional Non Stretch Alpine Nylon Cords For Tuning & A Thick Base For Stable Drumming And Support Features A Tight Goat Skin Drum Head For Balanced Tone And Resonance
• Features Heavy Duty Professional Non Stretch Alpine Nylon Cords For Tuning & A Thick Base For Stable Drumming And Support Features A Tight Goat Skin Drum Head For Balanced Tone And Resonance Premium High Grade Genuine Goat Skin Drum Head For A Natural Authentic Look And Sound - Please Allow Variations In Color & Texture As The Goat Skin Drum Heads Are Natural
• Size: 12" Height x 5.5" Wide ; Materials: Mahogany Wood - One Piece Solid Shell Construction - Fair Trade Item
• ORIGINAL Jive BRAND. Jive is a registered brand with the US Patent and Trademark Office. Our logo, brand, and slogan are all protected intellectual property.

User questions & answers

Question:	Is this a good drum for drum circle
Answer:	It's smallish, we bought it to introduce our 6 y.o. to drumming.

Product description

Djembe Drum Hand Painted By Skilled Artisans - Solid Wood Construction - NOT MADE IN CHINA

• Solid Wood Djembe - Hand Crafted By Skilled Artisans - Includes Free Drum Key Chain - NOT MADE IN CHINA
• Features A Carrying Loop & Heavy Duty Cords For Tuning And Stabilization
• Features a Genuine Goat Skin Drum Head- Produces A Resonating Sound
• Size: 11.5" Height x 5.5" Wide; Materials : Solid Mahogany Wood - Hand Crafted: Allow For Variances In Tribal Motif And Color Of Wood - Color Of Key Chain May Vary
• ORIGINAL Jive BRAND. Jive is a registered brand with the US Patent and Trademark Office. Our logo, brand, and slogan are all protected intellectual property.

User questions & answers

Question:	What is the head diameter of this drum? From skin edge to skin edge, not including the ropes and metal ring
Answer:	12 inches.

Product description

Perfect for drummers looking to diversify their playing styles, professional players, hobbyists, or students. Craftsmanship and playability is delivered with this wood Djembe. The Tribe Series was developed to accentuate the harmony between culture and community, and add another level of artistic expression to your performance. The djembe is amongst the most well known African instruments played by tribes during social gatherings. The Congo River, home to many tribes, is a symbol of community, and the ability to come together, which is why this was one of the designs chosen to adorn the Sawtooth Tribe Series. Unleash the passion inside you with Sawtooth’s Harmony Series Cajons and Djembes!

• Dimensions: 12" x 24". Each Djembe is painstakingly hand carved from a solid piece of mahogany, making every djembe unique!
• Legally harvested from plantation grown, environmentally sustainable mahogany wood
• Pre stretched nylon tuning ropes
• Pronounced, deep, resonant bass notes to cutting, high pitched slaps
• Ready to play right out of the box

• Wooden Djembe Hand Drum - Hand Carved And Painted By Skilled Artisans - Fair Trade Item
• Features TWO genuine goat skin drum heads - Resonating Sound
• Great Travel Instrument - Perfect for any music lover
• Dimensions: 7"x 4"; Materials: Wood - Thick Tuning Rope With Carrying Handle
• ORIGINAL Jive  BRAND. Jive is a registered brand with the US Patent and Trademark Office. Our logo, brand, and slogan are all protected intellectual property.

Product description

This djembe is carved from one solid piece of plantation grown Mahogany wood and is hand carved and painted with an African Congo motif. The sound quality of Headliner djembes from Meinl is unmatched in this price range. Hand selected goat heads combined with the traditional Mali Weave rope tuning system come together to deliver cutting, high pitched slaps and deep, resonant bass tones. These drums sing and project with very little work, making them ideal for beginners and recreational players. Take them outside for jam sessions, play live with a group, or record with them in the studio! The performance quality of Meinl Headliner djembes makes them a standard piece for any musical setting.

• For players of any skill level — you don't have to be a trained musician to play the Meinl Headliner Series djembe — this drum can be enjoyed for theraputic purposes, playing jam sessions, participating in drum circles or performing with a band
• Carved from one solid piece of plantation grown mahogany — the Meinl Headliner Series djembe is carved from solid mahogany that projects a rich tone with booming low notes and plenty of sustain — this shell stands 20" tall from base to drum head (medium)
• Hand-selected traditional rawhide head (10" diameter) — goatskin heads produce classic djembe sounds with a warm, yet cutting tone while being remarkably durable — play toward the center for a boomy bass sound and slap the edges for sharp, popping accents
• Mali weave rope tuning system — 18 nylon rope runners (4 mm thickness) securely fasten the head to the shell for a long-lasting and proper tuning with a classic look — comes ready to play and fully tuned right out of the box so you can play right away
• Hand carved motif (Congo finish) — the hand carved mahogany shell is finished with an ancient ornamental Congo motif around the bottom — the hand made design means no two djembes are exactly alike, making each drum one-of-a-kind
• Responsibly sourced — our membership with the Timber Legality Assurance System certifies that our wood products are legally logged, transported and processed — this initiative is in an effort to be responsible with the utilization of natural resources
• Manufacturer disclaimer — typographical or grammatical errors found in the bullet point or description text on this product page are a result of this site’s system and are neither the fault of the manufacturer nor marketplace sellers

User questions & answers

Question:	what's head size & hight
Answer:	Head is about 10", height is 20" (1.5 feet roughly)
Question:	What size & Synthetic
Answer:	This drum is wood.. it is tightened with the traditional string method and the drum head is leather. It stands about 20 1/2 inches tall and the drum head is between 9 and 10 inches across (to the outer edge). Our 6 year old got this for Christmas, he can carry it himself, and it makes a great sound. He was quite a hit at the drum circle workshop at the local drumming place.
Question:	What is the diameter of the actual playing surface
Answer:	It's 8" in diameter.
Question:	How tall is it
Answer:	19 and 1/2 inches high by 10 inches across.

Product description

The hand carved shells feature a horizontal ripple motif that suggests a flowing river. 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.

• For players of any skill level — you don't have to be a trained musician to play the Meinl Headliner Series djembe — this drum can be enjoyed for theraputic purposes, playing jam sessions, participating in drum circles or performing with a band
• Carved from one solid piece of plantation grown mahogany — the Meinl Headliner Series djembe is carved from solid mahogany that projects a rich tone with booming low notes and plenty of sustain — this shell stands 20" tall from base to drum head (medium)
• Hand-selected traditional rawhide head (10" diameter) — goatskin heads produce classic djembe sounds with a warm, yet cutting tone while being remarkably durable — play toward the center for a boomy bass sound and slap the edges for sharp, popping accents
• Mali weave rope tuning system — 18 nylon rope runners (4 mm thickness) securely fasten the head to the shell for a long-lasting and proper tuning with a classic look — comes ready to play and fully tuned right out of the box so you can play right away
• Hand carved motif (Black River finish) — the hand carved mahogany shell is finished with a horizontal ripple effect that evokes the image of a flowing river — the hand made design means no two djembes are exactly alike, making each drum one-of-a-kind
• Responsibly sourced — our membership with the Timber Legality Assurance System certifies that our wood products are legally logged, transported and processed — this initiative is in an effort to be responsible with the utilization of natural resources
• Manufacturer disclaimer — typographical or grammatical errors found in the bullet point or description text on this product page are a result of this site’s system and are neither the fault of the manufacturer nor marketplace sellers

User questions & answers

Question:	what is the weight
Answer:	may be 4 pounds.
Question:	How much inches is the head diameter
Answer:	10" across
Question:	does it come with sticks
Answer:	No it does not.. but this is not the type of drum you play with sticks. It is a hand drum.
Question:	would you recommend a good stand? thanks
Answer:	As I understand it, this instrument is played by holding it across your knees or lap, to one side. I don't believe it uses a stand.

Product features

You don't have to be a trained musician

You can't deny it. Rhythm is POWERFUL. When it resonates with you, the experience goes beyond just listening.

Connecting to a community, nature or oneself is what draws people to the energy of drumming.

The best part? Rhythm is easy to feel and can be created by anyone.

An overwhelming majority of percussionists and drummers utilize the djembe to facilitate a rhythmic connection with their audience—and it doesn’t stop with trained musicians.

Drum circle participants, therapists, hobbyists and a host of other individuals from all walks of life have found and shared their inner sense of rhythm with the djembe.

And it's no wonder why—its strong roots in ancient West African culture and foothold in modern music give the djembe a timeless sound.

The Meinl Black River mahogany djembe

The range of the Black River djembe reaches from resonant, deep bass tones that create a drone note effect to ringing high "slap" tones that can send out a cracking sound wave over any indoor acoustic show or outdoor jam session.

Play toward the center of the drum head with your palms for deep bass and strike the edges with the length of your fingers for slap tones that pop.

No skill required

Pre-tuned right out of the box, anyone can sit down and begin playing the Meinl Black River djembe without any skill required. We pre-stretch the tuning ropes to make sure your drum remains in tune.

Mali Weave rope tuning system

The djembe head is held in tune by the traditional style Mali Weave rope tuning system. Rope runners weave up and down the shell to tie down the head and secure an even fit.

Not only does this mean the drum is ready to play right out of the box, but the pre-tuned pitch is made to last.

The tuning ropes add a decorative element to the drum as well, making the djembe an appealing piece to have on display in your home or studio when it's not in use.

Hand-selected traditional rawhide head

The djembe's warm and resonant bass tones with popping accents are due, in large part, to the use of natural goatskin heads, a tradition of West African culture.

The head is extraordinarily durable, and it may be adjusted to a high or low tuning, filling large spaces with a full spectrum of sound.

While the djembe may be played outside as well as indoors, it is best to keep the head dry and away from long periods of direct sunlight, extreme heat or cold.

Environmentally responsible mahogany

Meinl Percussion is proud to be in full accordance with the Timber Legality Assurance System, known as SVLK. This verification certifies that all of our wood products come from sources that are legally logged, transported, traded and processed. These practices are all part of an initiative to answer the global need to be more responsible with the utilization of our natural resources.

The hand carved shell comes from a solid, single piece of responsibly sourced mahogany wood—great for both sound AND the natural world.