Detail 01
10 inch head
Mid-size playing surface. Enough room for separate bass and edge tones without being large enough to reach low pitches.
Product detailSKU #1274115064066
MEINLHand Drum African Brown 10
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 10-inch hand drum in brown, priced as an entry instrument. For casual playing, drum circles, and adding hand percussion without a kit.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Drum circles and casual group playing
- Adding hand percussion to acoustic sessions
- A first hand drum for someone learning basic tones and slaps
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players needing a specific tuned voice for recording
- Anyone wanting the deep bass of a full-size djembe or conga
- Hard-hitting live use where a budget instrument will not hold up
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
Hand drum
Played with hands, not sticks. Tone comes from where you strike: center for low, edge for high slaps.
Detail 03
Brown finish
Plain natural-look shell. No visual read on tone, but it stays neutral onstage and next to acoustic instruments.
Detail 04
Under $40
Entry price. Expect a serviceable instrument for practice and casual play rather than a performance-grade drum.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No stand, bag, or carrying strap included
- 02Natural-skin heads shift pitch with humidity and temperature
- 03Play with bare hands only. Sticks will damage the head
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How do you play a hand drum?
Strike the center with a flat hand for a low tone, and the edge with fingers for a higher slap. Varying the two builds a rhythm.
02Can this be tuned?
That depends on whether the head is rope-tuned or fixed. Check the tuning hardware before buying if pitch control matters to you.
03Is 10 inches big enough?
For hand percussion in an acoustic setting, yes. It sits in the mid-size range and covers most casual playing.
04Does it come with a bag?
No. A bag or case is a separate purchase, and worth it if you will transport it regularly.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Brown
