Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I care for and re-tune a drum?
Download these care instructions.
Q: What type of skins are used to make your drums?
We use goatskin for all of our drums currently in production.
Q: Are the drums carved from a single piece of wood?
No. Our drums are made by a process involving gluing pre-cut wooden staves together to form the drum shell. This allows a much more efficient use of the available wood.
Q: How long does it take to make a drum?
Around 15 hours, but can be more or less depending on the drum characteristics.
Q: What type of wood is used to make your drums?
Currently just Basswood, with future plans to use Sassafras, Walnut, and other local woods.
Q: What types of repair are you able to do on Djembe drums?
Any traditional Djembe (strung with rope and goatskin head) that needs a new skin to replace a broken or damaged head, needs new rope-work done, or needs new metal rings welded can generally be repaired.
Q: How do I go about getting a drum repaired?
Submit an inquiry (click link in sidebar) for a quote and more information.
Q: How much does it cost to repair a Djembe?
We charge $20/ hr for repair work, plus cost of parts ($25– goatskin), ($5- per welded ring), ($5- new rope). Generally only new skin is needed (if rings and rope are intact) and it ends up costing around $60 total for replacing the skin. Plus you are responsible for shipping costs to/from Athens, Ohio.
Q: Is sales tax included in the price of purchasing a Djembe?
We include sales tax only for sales in Ohio.
Q: Are there stores where I can purchase one of your drums?
As of now these businesses carry our drums:
- Blue Eagle Music (Court Street, Athens OH)
- Art Apocalypse (West Union Street, Athens OH)
- Mamerto’s Woodcarving Studio (in The Market on State mall)
- Woodsys Music (Medina, OH)
- Staff Music (Akron, OH)
- Music Emporium (East Cleveland, OH)