Djembe 40 cm
Djembe head 40 cm
Djembe body 40 cm
Djembe skin 40 cm
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16 in Djembe

$199

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

Virginia G.

A superb 16 in (40 cm) djembe

This elegant 16 in (40 cm) djembe is an African percussion instrument. The body is crafted from premium mahogany and topped with chemically untreated sheepskin. Beautiful patterns are hand-painted and carved across the entire body of this exceptional instrument.

Let this djembe’s clean, authentic design—and powerful tone—come to life under your hands.

Technical specs of the 16 in (40 cm) djembe

  • Instrument family: percussion
  • Materials: solid mahogany body, chemically untreated sheepskin
  • Total height: 16 in (40 cm)
  • Head diameter: 8 in (20 cm)
  • Weight: 5 lb 8 oz (2.5 kg)

Originally from Africa, this unique musical instrument is perfect for beginners who want to explore a vibrant, rhythm-driven style of music. It’ll also delight experienced players. A folk instrument found across the African continent, it’s quick and intuitive to pick up, which makes it a wonderful gift for your family. The djembe is also ideal for music discovery sessions with adults, children, or even babies. Fascinating, tribal sounds: that’s the promise of this handcrafted 16 in (40 cm) djembe.

Below is an example of a djembe musician playing this type of instrument:

Interested in African musical instruments? We invite you to discover the 12-inch djembe or the vegan 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 shipping: If you live in the U.S., shipping is free.

Shipping time: ships within 48 business hours.

Delivery time: Orders are delivered within 3 to 14 business days in the U.S. Delivery may take up to 30 days for other countries.


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