Hand Drums

Of course, when you think about drums, you may think about the standard approach to drumming, with sticks and pedals. Whilst this is a great musical instrument to get to know when it comes to percussion, there are plenty of other amazing options, and one of these is hand drums.

Goat Skin Head for 22
groove masters percussion Goat Skin Head for 22" DAPRO65 $69.99
Goat Skin Head for 22" DAPRO65
LP 10
LP LP 10" Plastic Pandeiro Hea... $19.99
LP 10" Plastic Pandeiro Head, Black (LP3905) The special head on this pandeiro gives it a deeper, warmer sound than other drums of similar design.
LP 14x4 Tunable Bendir Frame Drum, Black Fade (LP5028BF) Hand Percussion LP
LP LP 14x4 Tunable Bendir Fram... $209.99
LP 14x4 Tunable Bendir Frame Drum, Black Fade (LP5028BF) LP Bendirs were made to honor traditional frame drums with premium craftsmanship and features. The Poplar shells feature a comfortably rounded thumb hole and internal tuning. The synthetic head has adjustable strings for long-lasting pitch and the black-to-natural fade for an inspiring aesthetic. The included tuning key has an Easy-Clip so you can safely store it on the drum without interrupting play.   4" deep, 6-ply Poplar shell with 12-ply tuning ring  Synthetic head with two adjustable strings  Internal tuning system  Black-to-natural fade finish  Tuning key and bag included
LP 14x4 Tunable Tar Frame Drum , Black Fade (LP5024BF) Hand Percussion LP
LP LP 14x4 Tunable Tar Frame D... $199.99
LP 14x4 Tunable Tar Frame Drum , Black Fade (LP5024BF) LP Tars were made to honor traditional frame drums with premium craftsmanship and features. The Poplar shells feature a comfortably rounded thumb hole and 12-ply tuning ring, while a synthetic head promises long-lasting pitch and the black-to-natural fade provides a classy aesthetic. The tuning key offers an Easy-Clip so you can safely store it on the drum without interrupting your playing.   4" deep, 6-ply Poplar shell with 12-ply tuning ring  Synthetic head  Internal tuning system  Black-to-natural fade finish  Tuning key and bag included
LP 16x4 Tunable Bendir Frame Drum, Black Fade (LP5029BF) Hand Percussion LP
LP LP 16x4 Tunable Bendir Fram... $219.99
LP 16x4 Tunable Bendir Frame Drum, Black Fade (LP5029BF) LP Bendirs were made to honor traditional frame drums with premium craftsmanship and features. The Poplar shells feature a comfortably rounded thumb hole and internal tuning. The synthetic head has adjustable strings for long-lasting pitch and the black-to-natural fade for an inspiring aesthetic. The included tuning key has an Easy-Clip so you can safely store it on the drum without interrupting play.   4" deep, 6-ply Poplar shell with 12-ply tuning ring”  Synthetic head with two adjustable strings  Internal tuning system  Black-to-natural fade finish  Tuning key and bag included
LP 18x2.5 Tunable Tar Frame Drum, Black Fade (LP5022BF) Hand Percussion LP
LP LP 18x2.5 Tunable Tar Frame... $199.99
LP 18x2.5 Tunable Tar Frame Drum, Black Fade (LP5022BF) LP Tars were made to honor traditional frame drums with premium craftsmanship and features. The Poplar shells feature a comfortably rounded thumb slot and through-shell tuning, while a synthetic head promises long-lasting pitch and the black-to-natural fade provides a classy aesthetic. The tuning key offers an Easy-Clip so you can safely store it on the drum without interrupting your playing.   2-1/2" deep, 11-ply Poplar shell”  Synthetic head  Through shell tuning  Black-to-natural fade finish  Tuning key and bag included
LP 18x4 Tunable Bendir Frame Drum, Black Fade (LP5030BF) Hand Percussion LP
LP LP 18x4 Tunable Bendir Fram... $229.99
LP 18x4 Tunable Bendir Frame Drum, Black Fade (LP5030BF) LP Bendirs were made to honor traditional frame drums with premium craftsmanship and features. The Poplar shells feature a comfortably rounded thumb hole and internal tuning. The synthetic head has adjustable strings for long-lasting pitch and the black-to-natural fade for an inspiring aesthetic. The included tuning key has an Easy-Clip so you can safely store it on the drum without interrupting play.   4" deep, 6-ply Poplar shell with 12-ply tuning ring  Synthetic head with two adjustable strings  Internal tuning system  Black-to-natural fade finish  Tuning key and bag included  
LP 20x2.5 Tunable Tar Frame Drum, Black Fade (LP5023BF) Hand Percussion LP
LP LP 20x2.5 Tunable Tar Frame... $219.99
LP 20x2.5 Tunable Tar Frame Drum, Black Fade (LP5023BF) LP Tars were made to honor traditional frame drums with premium craftsmanship and features. The Poplar shells feature a comfortably rounded thumb slot and through-shell tuning, while a synthetic head promises long-lasting pitch and the black-to-natural fade provides a classy aesthetic. The tuning key offers an Easy-Clip so you can safely store it on the drum without interrupting your playing. 2-1/2" deep, 11-ply Poplar shell  Synthetic head  Through shell tuning  Black-to-natural fade finish  Tuning key and bag included  
LP 20x4 Tunable Bendir Frame Drum, Black Fade (LP5031BF) Hand percussion LP
LP LP 20x4 Tunable Bendir Fram... $249.99
LP 20x4 Tunable Bendir Frame Drum, Black Fade (LP5031BF) LP Bendirs were made to honor traditional frame drums with premium craftsmanship and features. The Poplar shells feature a comfortably rounded thumb hole and internal tuning. The synthetic head has adjustable strings for long-lasting pitch and the black-to-natural fade for an inspiring aesthetic. The included tuning key has an Easy-Clip so you can safely store it on the drum without interrupting play.   4" deep, 6-ply Poplar shell with 12-ply tuning ring  Synthetic head with two adjustable strings  Internal tuning system  Black-to-natural fade finish  Tuning key and bag included
LP Classic Series Wood 12 1/2
LP LP Classic Series Wood 12 1... $853.99
LP Classic Series Wood 12 1/2" Tumba, Natural Oak w/Chrome Hardware (LP552X-AWC) In 1972, after years of development, LP introduced its first wood conga, the Classic Model. To this day, it is the standard by which all other congas are measured.   30" Siam Oak, 3-ply shell with a fiberglass layer added to the inside upper portion of the shell for additional strength  12-1/2" Natural rawhide head  Comfort Curve® II Rims  Reinforced LP Heart side plates with 5/16" diameter tuning lugs  LP ProCare Shell Protectors  Available in natural, red wine, and matte sunburst finishes with chrome hardware or natural wood finish with gold tone hardware  Tuning wrench included
LP Classic Series, Wood Conga, Natural Oak w/ Chrome Hardware (LP559X-AWC) Congas LP
LP LP Classic Series, Wood Con... $825.99
LP Classic Series, Wood Conga, Natural Oak w/ Chrome Hardware (LP559X-AWC) In 1972, after years of development, LP introduced its first wood conga, the Classic Model. To this day, it is the standard by which all other congas are measured.  30" Siam Oak, 3-ply shell with a fiberglass layer added to the inside upper portion of the shell for additional strength  11-3/4" Natural rawhide head  Comfort Curve® II Rims  Reinforced LP Heart side plates with 5/16" diameter tuning lugs  LP ProCare Shell Protectors  Available in natural, red wine, and matte sunburst finishes with chrome hardware or natural wood finish with gold tone hardware  Tuning wrench included
LP Discovery 10
LP LP Discovery 10" & 11" Cong... $489.99
LP Discovery 10" & 11" Conga Set w/ Double Conga Stand, Race Car Blue (LP646D-DB) Explore hand percussion with LP Discovery Congas. The exclusive HD Shell construction is extra durable and produces a clear, dynamic sound. The 10" and 11"drums are outfitted with natural rawhide heads, comfortable EZ Curve rims, 9/32" diameter tuning lugs, and stylish black hardware. LP Discovery Congas come in an assortment of colors, are fun and easy to play, simple to tune and an incredible value.   LP's Exclusive HD™ Shell Construction  10" and 11" rawhide heads  Black powder-coated hardware  9/32" Tension rods  Includes double conga stand and tuning wrench  

Want to know more about hand drums before you go ahead and buy them for yourself? Here is more about hand drums.

How do they work?

A hand drum, much like any other drum and form of percussion, works by being hit. This could be with a percussion tool, such as a beater or a stick. But, with hand drums, it is much more simple; you only need your hand.

No matter the type or where they come from, every hand drum will have certain zones on it, which, when hit, will make a different sound to other parts of the drum. You often find that a lower pitch occurs in the centre of the drum and a higher pitch closer to the rim.

What are different types of hand drums?

As we have already mentioned, hand drums come in different types, shapes, and sizes, but here are three of the most common types of hand drums.

  • Frame drums- these are often the go-to for hand drums and come from all over the world. Because they are played in so many different places, they have a variety of looks and sounds and other names. However, the basic design is usually the same; you will have a single drumhead that is wide and comes with a wooden shell—making it easy to move around as you need to.
  • Djembe- coming from Africa, the Djembe drum has the same look as a goblet; however, it sounds so much better. It can make a variety of different sounds, including sharp, high slaps and a low bass sound. They can be made from wood or fibreglass. It really does depend on the style and finish you prefer.
  • Tabla- If you want a large hand drum, you will want to buy a Tabla. These are from India and features two essential parts, the Tabla and the Bayan. They are often made of wood and goatskin; however, this may vary depending on where you buy them from. You will also find a black patch on the skin, which makes the sound vary.

These are just some of the examples of hand drums that you can buy. You can also buy Doumbeks, Cajons and Bongos too. Giving you plenty of choices when it comes to playing the hand drum.

It can take time to master the art, but we can promise you that it is worth it. So, invest in a good quality hand drum and make sure that you can make the best sounding music possible. Here at Dave’s Drum Shop we carry a wide variety of hand drums for sale that allow you to choose the right one for you. With us it is always the best quality and a great sound, no matter what type of drum you decide to go for!

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