Meinl 8" Rope Tuned Headliner Series Wood Djembe - Congo Series
SKU: HDJ1-SThe Meinl Headliner Series 8" Wood Djembe delivers authentic African tone in a compact, portable size. Carved from a single piece of plantation-grown mahogany, this djembe produces warm, rich sounds with excellent projection. The hand-selected goat skin head responds naturally to a wide range of playing techniques, from deep bass tones to crisp slaps. Pre-stretched nylon ropes with the traditional Mali Weave tuning system ensure reliable, stable tuning that holds up over time. Finished in dark brown with ornamental hand-carved details, this djembe is an ideal choice for students, drum circles, and musicians looking for a quality instrument at an accessible level.
A Note on Natural Skin Heads
This instrument has a genuine goatskin head, so no two are exactly alike. Natural variations in color, spots, and grain are normal, and the head will often darken, discolor, or pick up light marks over time from playing, handling, and changes in humidity. These changes are part of the character of a natural skin and are not a defect.
| Color | Dark Brown |
| Diameter | 8″ |
| Features | Carved from one solid piece of plantation grown Mahogany Wood, Hand selected goat heads, Pre-stretched PP nylon ropes, Hand carved shells, Ornamental carving |
| Head Material | Goat |
| Material | Mahogany Wood (Swietenia macrophylla), Nylon |
| Ropes Runners | 16 |
| Ropes Thickness | 4mm |