Djembe
Drums
Djembe
The iconic West African goblet drum. Hand-carved body with goatskin head, tuned with traditional rope system.
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Materials
- Lenke wood
- Goatskin
- Rope tuning system
Cultural Significance
The djembe originated with the Mandé people of West Africa. Its name comes from the saying 'Anke djé, anke bé' — everyone gather together in peace. It is a drum of community.
The iconic West African goblet drum. Each djembe is hand-carved from a single piece of wood with a goatskin head, tuned with a traditional rope system that allows precise control of tone and pitch.