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banjira Delhi Style Nut and Bolt Dholak

banjira Delhi Style Nut and Bolt Dholak

$ 89.31

Availability: 50 in stock
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Brand: banjira
  • Condition: New
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days

    Description

    Two-headed wooden dholak drum that is shaped like a barrel with a tenor and bass head. Drum is held horizontally and played on both sides. Heads are held in place and tuned by nuts and bolts. Nuts can be tuned with a standard wrench, included.
    In India, these extremely popular percussion instruments are commonly used in folk music and during marriage ceremonies. Made in New Delhi by skilled craftsmen.
    Please Note: These drums are handmade and each one is unique so the drums and drum heads will vary in size.
    Item Specifications:
    Item Dimensions: 17.5" L x 10" H x 10" W
    Playing Surface: Tenor: 6.5" and Bass: 8.25"
    Body: Stained wooden shell with linear etching and a metal handle.
    Heads: Drum heads are made from goatskin. The dholak's higher-pitched tenor head is a simple membrane, while the bass head, usually played with the left hand, has a load inside that is a mixture of tar, clay and sand (dholak masala) which lowers the pitch and provides a well-defined tone. Both heads are tucked in a wooden hoop.
    Tuning: 8 nuts and bolts
    Accessories: Tuning wrench