Wood Djembe
What kind of djembe should I buy?
I know it's all personal preference, but I'd like opinion. Looking around $100. A few questions-
- What is the best diameter? I want a good size to play in front of youth group and church, sitting, with it between the legs.
-Best tuning style? I've seen machine tuned, key tuned, and rope tuned.
-Best material? I've seen PVC and Wood. I'm leaning towards PVS
-Brand? Toca and Remo seem best to me
-Thanks!
ive played both large and small djembes. for me my favorite was a larger diameter i felt like i got better response from the drum and fuller sounds. the diameter was probably about 20". i also liked the rope tuning better with the goat skin head. it was such a natural feel and sound. again i like the natural fullness of the wood. i played in youth group and church and it was perfect for anything i needed.
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