This is my first drum and I am glad I got it. It seemed a little bit dull & dusty (maybe from overseas shipping?) out of the box but I rubbed a little shea butter on the head and on the wood and it looks very, very good. My head measured 13". Everything about it is quality... a very thick, tightly-tuned premium goatskin head, perfect ropework, nice wood. Not to mention the sound: it has an impressively musical range of tones and bass. Can hit sweet high notes like a 'xylophone' - booming bass, etc. I showed it to the local Djembe master guru and he tweaked the ropes a little and confirmed "this is a good drum". Also, the service from X8 drums is top notch. They answered all my questions, shipped promptly, gave me advice. If you like the look of this drum, I say: go for it! I'm glad I did.
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First Pro Djembe
May 3, 2012
Reviewer:
Terri Sluss-Cole
from Elyria, OH United States
I was SO hesitant to purchase 'online' for my first pro djembe, not being able to physically touch/play the drum was SO SCARY for me! I REALLY appreciated & valued the videos! I actually save SEVERAL drums in 'My Favorites', then opened multiple windows, listening to the video sounds to determine which had the bass or high-end sound I was looking for! The drum physically is beautiful w the teal rope, mahogany wood & carving! I LOVE the African symbol "Mframadan" & it's meaning of fortitude and readiness to face life's challenges! The drum is heavy, but manageable! The bag is constructed well too & good for travel! I am Very pleased, & certain we'll be repeat customers & be sending referrals!
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Djembe Drum
January 31, 2012
Reviewer:
Thomas Martin
from Huntington Beaach, CA United States
I've never bought or played a hand drum before, but I'm an old guy, so I'm not easily pleased, and you guys are easily five stars in my opinion. Your product is exactly as depicted, and stunningly beautiful, visually as well as to the ear. Your online support is thorough and geared to everyone from beginners such as myself, upward, all done with a sense of fun.