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DJEMBE DRUM 1, 21.5", $500, West Africa
The most common and popular drums in west Africa, djembes are distinguished by their simple but elegant shapes and powerful sound. New examples can be tightened and tuned by tying the lines together.
The head on this drum has a large hole and is not playable.
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