{"title":"Ghanaian Djembes","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur Ghanaian djembes are hand carved in Ghana by skilled drummers and headed with thick, unbleached goat skin under traditional rope tuning. Each shell is turned from Tweneboa, a fast-growing African cedar sourced responsibly through the Forestry Commission of Ghana, then strung and tuned by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDjembes are measured by the diameter of the drum head: larger heads give deeper bass and more volume, while smaller heads are lighter and easier for younger players or for travel. Whether you are buying your first drum or adding a professional double-string model to your kit, every djembe here is Fair Trade and built to be played.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"medium-ghanaian-djembe-9-head","title":"Medium Ghanaian Djembe (9\" Head)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA genuine Ghanaian djembe at a size that suits almost everyone. The 9\" head gives you real bass depth and sharp, cutting slaps, while the lightweight Tweneboa cedar shell makes it easy to carry to lessons, drum circles and festivals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery one of these drums is carved by hand in Ghana by drummers who play the instruments they build. That matters: the bearing edge, the shell profile and the rope tension are all judged by ear and hand, not by a factory jig. The head is thick, unbleached goat skin, left natural for strength and tone, laced with tough rope tuning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Tweneboa (African cedar) is fast growing and bought through the Forestry Commission of Ghana, so the wood is responsibly sourced. Each shell carries its own hand-carved decorative patterns, so no two drums are alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFair Trade, ethically sourced, and made for playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecifications: approx. 50cm high, 9\" head. Made in Ghana.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"African Musical Instruments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58022149521791,"sku":"GAD2","price":115.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/4045\/4015\/files\/204_342_5801.webp?v=1784631486"},{"product_id":"extra-large-ghanaian-djembe-13-head","title":"Extra Large Ghanaian Djembe (13\" Head)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is the drum that anchors an ensemble. With a 13\" head and a full-size carved shell, this extra large Ghanaian djembe delivers deep, booming bass notes and explosive slap tones that carry over a whole drum circle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is hand carved in Ghana from a single piece of Tweneboa, the local African cedar, by drummers who understand exactly what a lead djembe needs to do. The thick goat skin head is unbleached - nothing done to it that would weaken the skin or dull the sound - and it is laced with heavy-duty rope tuning that holds its pitch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Tweneboa wood is fast growing and purchased through the Forestry Commission of Ghana, and every shell is finished with individual hand-carved patterns, so each drum is one of a kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFair Trade and ethically sourced. If you want an instrument with genuine presence, this is it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecifications: approx. 60-65cm high, 13\" head. Made in Ghana.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"African Musical Instruments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58022149587327,"sku":"GAD3","price":215.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/4045\/4015\/files\/204_24_5805.webp?v=1784631487"},{"product_id":"large-ghanaian-djembe-10-head","title":"Large Ghanaian Djembe (10.5\" Head)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 10-11\" head is the sweet spot for many djembe players: enough size for proper bass authority, still comfortable to play seated and carry to a session. This large Ghanaian djembe covers everything from accompaniment to solo work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach drum is carved by hand in Ghana from solid Tweneboa - African cedar - by drummers who build instruments they would play themselves. The goat skin head is thick and unbleached, fitted with tough rope tuning, and the shell carries traditional hand-carved decoration that makes every drum unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wood is fast growing and responsibly sourced through the Forestry Commission of Ghana.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFair Trade, ethically made, and equally at home in a percussion section, a classroom or your living room.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecifications: approx. 55cm high, 10-11\" head. Made in Ghana.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"African Musical Instruments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58022149652863,"sku":"GAD4","price":169.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/4045\/4015\/files\/204_25_5802.webp?v=1784631487"},{"product_id":"small-ghanaian-djembe-7-head","title":"Small Ghanaian Djembe (7\" Head)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA real Ghanaian djembe, scaled down. The 7\" head makes this the ideal first drum for children and beginners, and its light Tweneboa cedar shell earns it a place in any travelling musician's kit - it goes where bigger drums cannot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo not mistake small for toy-like: this is made in Ghana by the same drummers who carve our full-size djembes, with a thick goat skin head, proper rope tuning and hand-carved decorative patterns on the shell. It produces genuine bass and slap tones and responds well to real technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Tweneboa wood is fast growing and bought through the Forestry Commission of Ghana, and the skin is unbleached and untreated for strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFair Trade and ethically sourced - a lovely way to start a drumming journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecifications: approx. 50cm high, 7\" head. Made in Ghana.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"African Musical Instruments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58022149718399,"sku":"GAD5","price":96.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/4045\/4015\/files\/204_15300_1.webp?v=1784631488"},{"product_id":"giant-ghanaian-djembe-14-head","title":"Giant Ghanaian Djembe (14\" Head)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe biggest djembe we sell, and it sounds like it. With a 36cm (14\") head on a tall carved shell, this giant Ghanaian djembe produces enormous, room-filling bass and slap tones with the headroom to lead the largest drum circles and performances.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach one is hand carved in Ghana from solid Tweneboa - African cedar - by experienced drummers who build these instruments to be played hard. The thick goat skin head is unbleached and untreated, laced with heavy rope tuning, and the shell carries individual hand-carved decorative patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fast-growing Tweneboa wood is purchased through the Forestry Commission of Ghana, so it is responsibly sourced as well as Fair Trade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor the player who wants maximum voice - this is the one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecifications: approx. 65-70cm high, 36cm (14\") head. Made in Ghana.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"African Musical Instruments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58022156501375,"sku":"GAD6","price":289.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/4045\/4015\/files\/204_15778_1.jpg?v=1784631579"},{"product_id":"large-fabric-covered-ghanaian-djembe-11-head","title":"Large Fabric Covered Ghanaian Djembe (11\" Head)","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf a plain djembe is a great drum, this one is a great drum in full ceremonial dress. Hand carved in Ghana from Tweneboa - African cedar - the shell is wrapped in vibrant Kente-style fabric in bold colours, framing the hand-carved decorative patterns beneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is every bit a serious instrument. The 11\" head carries a thick, unbleached goat skin under heavy-duty rope tuning, producing booming bass and explosive slap tones with a huge dynamic range that rewards proper djembe technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wood is purchased through the Forestry Commission of Ghana from fast-growing managed stock, and every drum is made individually by skilled Ghanaian drummers - with fabric wraps that vary, no two are alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFair Trade, ethically sourced, and impossible to miss on stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecifications: 11\" head. Made in Ghana.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"African Musical Instruments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58022172557695,"sku":"GAD18","price":260.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/4045\/4015\/files\/GAD18.jpg?v=1784631750"},{"product_id":"professional-djembe-drum-11-head","title":"Professional Large Ghanaian Djembe (11\" Head)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis professional Ghanaian djembe is hand carved from Tweneboa wood - an African cedar - and built for players who want more from their instrument. Double-string rope tuning gives greater tension control and a wider dynamic range than standard single-string drums, letting you dial in precise tone across bass, tone and slap.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe shell carries finer hand-carved decorative patterns in the traditional Ghanaian style, strung with a thick, unbleached goat skin head. The natural wood finish lets the quality of the carving speak for itself. Played with the bare hands, this drum rewards technique and produces a full, resonant sound with real projection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wood is purchased through the Forestry Commission of Ghana, so it is responsibly sourced from fast-growing managed stock. Each drum is made individually by skilled Ghanaian drummers, supporting traditional craftsmanship and keeping it alive for future generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFair Trade and ethically sourced. Specifications: 11\" head. Made in Ghana.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"African Musical Instruments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58022777684351,"sku":"GADP11","price":178.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/4045\/4015\/files\/GADP11.jpg?v=1784642144"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/4045\/4015\/collections\/GAD3_1.webp?v=1784639532","url":"https:\/\/www.africanmusicalinstruments.org\/collections\/ghanaian-djembes.oembed","provider":"African Musical Instruments","version":"1.0","type":"link"}