Tycoon Percussion Talking Drum

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Tycoon Percussion's Talking Drum is constructed from a single piece of hardwood and is played by applying pressure to the ropes to change the pitch.

Features

• Unique Percussion instrument of West African descent whose pitch can be altered by applying pressure to the ropes
• Originally used as a form of communication in Africa
• Equipped with two goat skin heads and is played with a specially shaped beater (included)
• Handcrafted from a single piece of hardwood
• Extra strong tension ropes for easy and long lasting tuning
• A great addition to any musician's set-up, or for unique sounds
• Dimensions: The playing areas of the heads are 5.5"Ν, height is 15"Ν, and weight is 3lbs.

Model: ETD

Tycoon Percussion world instruments are carefully selected and tested to meet the needs of the most discriminating professional percussionist. We guarantee you'll love 'em or we'll refund your money. Perhaps you haven't heard of the name 'Tycoon', however Tycoon Percussion instruments go head-to-head with brands such as 'Meinl', 'Latin Percussion' and 'Toca'. Tycoon percussion has been making top quality percussion instruments for over 20 years and only recently have started to make a presence in the U.S market. Read Why We Recommend Tycoon Percussion