Never heard a mini-djembe that sounded this good before; didn't think it was possible. Superior quality construction. Excellent value. Got this thing to practice sabar and kutiro rhythms on since I cannot get those drums, and I'm satisfied with the drum for this purpose. Gotta work on dampening the _amazing_ sound though as it is _too_ powerful for this purpose, except maybe for lead. As far as playing it with two hands, I find myself playing it more doumbek-style. I have a difficult time djembe-style with my large hands on the little head. I find that I have to hit almost directly on the rim to get any kind of tone/slap. Don't expect to be able to play this like a full-size djembe unless your hands are tiny (small kids).
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Excellent Product & Service
October 31, 2012
Reviewer:
Sean Fisher
from Burnsville, MN United States
The product was expertly carved (I own a different Djembe from a local vendor as reference).
Detailed care/maintainance instructions were provided, and I was promptly impressed not only with the expedited shipping (I received the product 2-3 days after placing the order) but I was also pleased with the amount of wrapping and protective shipping material.
I would highly recomment X8 an all its subsequent products.