LuKa Djembe Drum 11 in. Rope Tuned Natural/Black Finish

This is LuKa's Rope Tuned Djembe. It has a head diameter of 11 inches and a height of 21 inches. LuKa Percussion uses only premium, hand-selected, Canadian goatskin heads for its djembes. The drumhead in this traditional rope tuned model is held in place and tuned by means of high-quality, alpine-grade climbing rope. This type of rope is used specifically for its strength, durability, and low elasticity. The combination of a high-quality skin and climbing rope results in tuning that is consistent and long lasting. Additionally, this djembe has a high gloss natural finish with an attractive black accent that is striking in appearance.

LuKa's true solid shell djembes are made in the traditional way by hollowing out solid ash logs. The process of making a LuKa Djembe takes months, and involves a very labour intensive procedure of drying and hand turning the log to produce a shell with a thickness of ¾ of an inch. The careful manufacturing process results in a 100-percent concentric shell with a perfect bearing edge. Ash wood is used because of its weight and sound characteristics. The net result is a lightweight, solid, seamless shell that possesses beautiful resonance properties.

LuKa's djembes have a distinct separation between the three principle sounds, bass, tone, and slap. This is the key to choosing a great sounding djembe. The ash drum shell produces a low, full, meaty bass with a sub-harmonic effect. The tone is clean and musical. The slap is tight, cracking, and loud. It is a true pleasure to play on a LuKa Percussion Djembe.

The appearance of the LuKa Djembe is as impressive as the sound. Each drum is professionally finished including sanding, painting, and the application of a high gloss lacquer. The appearance is further enhanced when the shell is buffed to a mirror finish. Additionally, this rope tuned model includes a convenient carrying handle.

Specifications:
- head diameter 11", height 21"
- traditional rope tuning
- premium, Canadian, hand-selected, goatskin head
- high-quality, alpine-grade climbing rope
- ¾ inch thick shell
- solid, single-layer, one-piece ash wood shell
- consistent, long-lasting tuning
- fine, high gloss, natural finish with black accent
- 100-percent concentric shell
- perfect bearing edge
- lightweight construction
- low, full bass, clean tone, and loud, cracking slap
- carrying handle

Bonus Offer:
Included with this djembe is the innovative LuKa Tuning Handle, which allows players to easily and painlessly tune any rope tuned djembe or other rope tuned hand drums. The hooked handle locks onto a drum's tuning ropes, which enables greater leverage while pulling. The days of rope burn, blisters, and calluses are over! The Tuning Handle is made from an unbreakable polymer and has a comfortable handle that facilitates ease of handling.