This is our premium, professional-grade djembe. In Ghana it is called the double rope drum, being strung with double the amount of our high-quality rope that ensures that even with very frequent use, it maintains its tuning exceptionally well over time. Like the 11” standard jembe, the 11" professional djembe is ideal for adults with smaller hands or secondary school students. It can also be a fantastic starter drum.
This beautifully crafted Ghanaian djembe is tuned to a precise pitch, with high-quality rope ensuring it holds its tuning for a long time. The result is a deep bass and a sharp, crisp edge slap.
Made from Tweneboa, a sustainable West African Cedar of a very best quality, the drum is carved with meaningful Adinkra symbols. Each drum is uniquely carved with its own symbols, giving it a personal touch. You can explore the meanings behind Adinkra symbols through various blogs like this. Tweneboa is also a lightweight wood compared to hardwood alternatives, making the djembe easier to carry.
Unlike factory-made versions, these genuine fair-trade drums are handmade in Ghana by professional musicians, designed to be played and loved.
Every drum is handcrafted by skilled musicians we've partnered with for over 20 years, supporting and preserving ancient Ghanaian musical traditions.
The instruments are all individually handmade, rather than mass-produced in factories.
The body is made from sustainably sourced Tweneboa, a fast-growing wood, obtained under licence from the Ghana Forestry Commission.
The durable goat skins are unbleached, providing superior sound quality.
Every drum is polished with sesame oil and carefully tuned before being sent to you.
If you're looking for a genuine djembe with heart, heritage, and a beautiful sound, this is it.
11-Inch Authentic Professional Djembe Drum
Head: 11 in / 28 cm
Height: 24 in / 61 cm
Weight: 4 kgs - 6 kgs
Reviews
One very happy customer!!
Every aspect of this Fair Trade Company is to be admired ... the drum is amazing - the quality of sound is fantastic, (I chose the "Professional" option as not easy to get a drum tuned in N.Devon!), and as someone else pointed out the beautiful strong drum bag has elements of recycling in it ... I had asked Hugh if it was possible to choose a bag colour scheme and this was done ... and last but not least - I ordered on a Wednesday & received my well packed drum on Friday.
I absolutely love this handmade drum...I can still smell how freshly made it is and the carving detail is so beautiful. It is very well made and the best thing is, that by buying it, I am supporting those that made the drum making this a transaction of a deep gratitude. I will recommend to my circle of friends who are passionate djembe drummers. Worth every penny
very good quilty built very nice a lot of time went into this drum by a real maker these drums are the real deal and a must at a very keen price sound is very impressive..jeff.. ps yes i would but again you bet i would..
It's always hard to buy an instrument without actually hearing it, but honestly the drum is perfect in every sense. 1) it's well built, clearly made by an expert drum maker 2) It looks and feels traditional, so It's good for the vibes 3) the sound is BEAUTIFUL, I recommend playing soft for a lower-deeper resonance I wanted one bigger/lower one but I simply fell in love and couldn't return it <3
Hi I was searching for an authentic African Drum for a musical friends birthday. I purchased my Djembe drum which duly arrived and was well packed. The drum itself was beautiful and I am so pleased! Good luck with your commendable fair trade scheme!