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Roll into a retro vibe with a groovy Lava Lamp Djembe from X8 Drums. It has a unique design that resembles the colorful motion of the timeless lava lamps of the '70s. This lightweight yet voluminous djembe is built for the drummer on the go with a virtually indestructible PVC shell that provides excellent resonance. The traditional rope tuning system is fitted with a premium goatskin drum head designed to deliver an awesome range of tones. Great for djembe solos and group performan …

The New X8 Vintage Series Handpans features a two-tone finish (key dimples are gold, pan is silver), a double layer ding dome for longer-lasting tuning and a fastener on the "belt" with X8 logo.The unique, ethereal and mysterious sound of the steel handpan captivates everyone. The soothing tones take the listener on a spiritual journey. We're seeing this instrument used in modern, EDM, sound therapy and as musical accompaniment for spiritual activities such as yoga or meditation.X8 Pro Handpans …

The new X8 Play-Along Series is being produced for our musician friends wanting a fresh way to work on their technique and ideas. We know that without fresh motivation, it can be hard to keep practicing alone while waiting for "social distancing" to become a distant memory! Our first Series features the African Rhythm, "Baga Gine."  Each track in this series is based on the Baga Gine rhythm at a set tempo (110 bpm) that, by design, leaves space for you to try out lead lines or suppor …

You’re heading to your first drum circle, excited that you’ve finally found your “tribe” of people and a place to express your creativity and spirituality through the magic of drumming. It is an exciting time, and if you have not ever been to a drum circle, you may not know exactly what to expect from the experience. Just like drums and people, drum circles vary in many ways. There are different types of drum circles, each with its own set of guidelines and purposes, so befor …

Here's our top 10 list of gifts for the drummer on your list this holiday season. Each one has been hand picked by our staff and is in stock and ready to ship from our shop in San Marcos, TX. The  X8 Drums Holiday Jam Pack is a drum circle in-a-box for 6 players. This is the best bang for your buck!   X8 Drums Ultimate Djembe Package: Get an X8 Pro Djembe, Pro Djembe Performance Strap, Digital Djembe Lessons, Practice Track, Djembe Keychain and a Pr …