Detail 01
12-inch head diameter
Smaller surface sits higher in pitch and is easier to hold up for a long session.
Product detailSKU #1274034491492
RemoBuffalo Drums 3.5 x 12
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 12-inch frame drum with a synthetic head. The lighter, higher-pitched option for players who hold a drum for long stretches.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Long drum-circle sessions where arm fatigue matters
- Smaller hands and younger players in classroom settings
- Travel and outdoor use where a stable head is worth more than tone
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players wanting depth and low-end from a frame drum
- Anyone after the character of a natural rawhide head
- Situations needing volume to carry over a large loud group
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
3.5-inch shell depth
Shallow frame. Quick attack, short decay, no long ringing tail.
Detail 03
Synthetic head
Ignores humidity and cold. Pitch stays where you set it, indoors or out.
Detail 04
Tunable design
Lets you match pitch to other drums instead of accepting one fixed note.
Detail 05
White finish
Undecorated working surface, not a display or ceremonial piece.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No beater included unless the seller specifically lists one
- 02Retune after shipping; the head often shifts in transit
- 03Sizing up to 14 inches gets noticeably more low end
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is 12 inches too small for a drum circle?
It works, but it sits higher and quieter than a 14. In a large loud circle it can get buried. Good as a second voice against bigger drums.
02Can kids play this one?
Yes. The smaller diameter and light frame make it easier for smaller hands to hold and strike than a full-size frame drum.
03Do I need a special mallet?
No. A soft-tipped frame drum beater is standard. Hands work too and give a drier, more articulate sound.
04Does the head need conditioning?
No. The synthetic head needs no oiling or heat treatment, unlike a rawhide head. Wipe it clean and retune as needed.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- White
