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Looking to learn a new rhythm for your Djembe? Have you tried the Fanga beat? Fanga is a Liberian welcome rhythm in which the lower beat is said to mime “the action of a cook pulling hot pieces of food from a steaming pot,” welcoming guests to join in a meal with their hosts. It is a peaceful and fun rhythm that invites dancers and other musicians to join in the song and celebrate together. The lyrics are in Yoruba, a language from West Africa and they call to welcome v …

Many seeking their own hand drum or djembe have experienced the magic of drumming and drum circles. While the djembe has been used for thousands of years in celebrations, rituals and ceremonies, the modern day healing powers of this drum are touching and connecting new people around the world every single day.Studies now show that hand drumming helps to relax the tense, energize the tired and heal the emotionally wounded.In working with holistic practitioners, certified drum circle facilitators …

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 …