Percussion Plus Slap djembe - 8 inch diameter, 40cm high - rope tuned

This 'Percussion Plus 8 inch Rope Tuned Slap Djembe' is the smallest drum in the rope tuned Slap djembe range - it's 40cm high and has an 8 inch diameter playing head and a carrying strap. It's suitable for players up to around age 11 years.

The drum shell and skin are synthetic and the skin is tightly stretched using traditional stringing techniques.  The djembe produces great high and low tones. The drum is light-weight, it makes a very good sound and it will last for years.

Slap Djembes

Slap Djembes are easy to play, transport, and they make a great sound. They're attractively designed and are manufactured from modern synthetic materials, making them very reliable and great value.

Playing technique

All Slap djembes have an innovative 'how to play' guide printed on the drum skin. The printed graphic offers suggested hand positions for the three main tones used in djembe playing: slap, tone, and bass. This can be a very helpful reminder to players and for the teacher means more time can be spent on other things. As with all types of djembe, after you hit the skin, let your hand bounce back allowing the sound to ring out.

The Bass - the best sound is achieved in the centre of the drum. Keep your palm flat and stiff and strike the drum with a bouncing motion.

The Tone - straighten all your fingers at the same time. Think of your hand as a straight extension of your arm, and you should get a solid ‘thud’ sound.

The Slap - this stroke can be played in the same position as the tone, the difference is that one relaxes the hand and arm to hit the drum with a slap-like motion. Spreading your fingers out slightly when they strike the djembe helps create a crisp clear sound.