Traditional djembe
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Traditional Djembe

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"A high-quality instrument with beautiful tones that’s a pleasure to play."

Virginia G.

A stunning traditional-style djembe

Discover a beautiful traditional-style djembe, a classic African percussion instrument. The body is carved from high-quality mahogany and topped with a natural sheepskin drumhead with no chemical treatment. Gorgeous patterns are hand-painted and hand-carved across the entire shell of this remarkable instrument.

This djembe is made the traditional way by exceptionally skilled artisans.

Technical characteristics of the traditional-style djembe

  • Instrument family: percussion
  • Materials: solid mahogany wood body, untreated sheepskin drumhead
  • Total height: 40 cm (16 in)
  • Head diameter: 20 cm (8 in)

Rooted in Africa, this unique musical instrument is a great fit for beginners who want to dive into an energetic, unusual style of music. That said, it will also delight experienced players. A staple instrument across the continent, its fast, intuitive learning curve makes it a wonderful gift for the whole family. The djembe is also perfect for musical discovery sessions with adults, children, or infants. Captivating, tribal tones—this is exactly what you can expect from this traditional, handcrafted djembe.

Below is an example of a djembe player performing on this type of instrument:

Interested in African musical instruments? We invite you to discover the djembe with resonator box or the large djembe.

Legal warranty: when you order from the French company Instruments du Monde, you’re covered by a 2-year statutory warranty on all our items.

Returns and exchanges: not satisfied with your order? Not sure if this product is right for you? We’ve got you covered! Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery, and you don’t need to provide a reason. Shop with peace of mind.

Free delivery: if you live in Canada, delivery is free.

Shipping time: ships within 48 business hours.

Delivery time: orders are delivered to Canada within 3–14 business days. This time frame may be extended to 30 days for other countries.


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