At X8 Drums when we say we walk to the beat of our own drum, we mean it. We don't just sell percussion instruments; we sell a love of music and all the hand-numbing, life-enhancing energy of drumming!
We've been a family business since 2007. We're proud to have a staff with the common mission to connect with our community through music and positive energy. Join us and enrich your passion for music!

For Beginners
The biggest mistake one could make when purchasing a djembe is buying the most inexpensive drum. Find out why.
Which Size is Right for Me?
Quick reference table to help you get an idea of djembe drum sizes and how to determine the right size drum.
How a Djembe is Made
Watch this behind the scenes video to see how X8 Drums Djembes are made, from our environmentally friendly wood source to the hard carved designs.
How to Play a Djembe
Perfect instruction guide for anyone wanting to join a drum circle or to review the basics.
How to Tune Your Drum
Step by step video guide for tunig a traditional rope djembe. Instructed by X8 Drum’s Kenya Masala
Featured X8 Community Drummers
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Tycoon Percussion TJSS-70 BS CY Supremo Select Cyclone Series Djembe 10"
Tycoon Percussion
MSRP: $299.99$199.99• Constructed of hand-selected aged Siam Oak Wood, providing exceptional durability and unmatched sound• Traditional bowl shape maximizes the authentic African djembe sound• Black Steel Deluxe hoops,...TJSS-70 BS CY -
Tycoon Percussion TAJ-10 BMA Roped-tuned Djembe, Brown Marble 10"
Tycoon Percussion
MSRP: $289.00$199.99Handcrafted from a single piece of sun-dried Mango wood, this djembe is 22" tall with a 10" diameter hand-picked quality goat skin head. It provides deep, loud bass tones and high, sharp slap tones...TAJ-10 BMA -
Tycoon Percussion TAJS-12 WI Supremo Select Willow Series Rope-Tuned Djembe 12"
Tycoon Percussion
MSRP: $309.00$219.00These djembes feature eco-friendly and tonally superior Mango Wood shells found in Northern Thailand. Each drum is outfitted with a distinct handcrafted finish. Deep, loud bass tones and high, sharp...TAJS-12 WI -
Tycoon Percussion TAJ-10T1 African Rope Tuned Djembe, Pinstripe Finish 10"
Tycoon Percussion
MSRP: $319.99$209.99Handcrafted from a single piece of sun-dried Mango wood, this djembe is 22" tall with a 10" diameter hand-picked quality goat skin head. It provides deep, loud bass tones and high, sharp slap tones...TAJ-10T1