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12.5" head
Head size must match your drum's bearing edge diameter exactly. A half-inch off will not seat.
Product detailSKU #1274034483262
LPLPA630A Djembe Replacement Head 12.5"
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 12.5" replacement head for LP djembes. For owners re-heading a drum after a break or wear, not for anyone buying a first djembe.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing a split or worn head on an existing 12.5" LP djembe
- Keeping a spare on hand for gigging players
- Restoring an older djembe that still has good hardware
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone who doesn't already own a matching 12.5" djembe
- Owners of rope-tuned traditional djembes with different mounting
- Players wanting a tone change rather than a like-for-like repair
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Replacement part
Head only. Hoop, hardware and tuning lugs stay with your existing drum.
Detail 03
LPA630A
Model-specific part number — cross-check it against your djembe before ordering.
Detail 04
Djembe head
Djembe heads run thin for slap response, so seating and even tensioning matter more than on a kit drum.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure your drum's head diameter, not the shell's widest point
- 02Re-heading needs a drum key and even, cross-pattern tensioning
- 03Head only — no hoop, hardware or tuning tools included
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit my djembe?
Only if your drum takes a 12.5" head and uses LP mechanical hardware. Check the part number LPA630A against your model before ordering.
02Does it include the hoop?
No. This is the head alone. Your existing hoop and tuning hardware get reused.
03How do I measure for the right size?
Measure the drum's bearing edge — the diameter where the head actually contacts the shell — not the outer rim or the shell's widest point.
04Can I install this myself?
Yes, with a drum key. Loosen and remove the old head, seat the new one, then tension gradually in a cross pattern to keep it even.
