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Darbuka drum (12
Darbuka drum (12
Darbuka drum (12
Darbuka drum (12

Darbuka drum (12") with Mother-of-Pearl Inlay NEW LOWER PRICE!

$ 66

Availability: 17 in stock
  • Type: Darbuka
  • Material: Wood
  • Brand: Unbranded
  • Item Diameter: 6 in
  • Condition: Used; goatskin drumhead shows use but is in excellent condition

    Description

    The darbuka
    (also variously spelled and called the dombek, dumbak, doumbek, derbeki, tablah, or tombek) is the most popular Middle Eastern drum. Characteristically played in a horizontal position across the lap with the hands and fingers, this goblet-shaped drum produces a wide dynamic range of tones.
    This instrument was a gift to me, so I do not know its origin, but it is beautifully made, has a terrific bright, crisp sound, and the wooden body is adorned with a mother-of-pearl inlay. The drumhead is goatskin and is in very good shape and has some discoloration.