Detail 01
16-inch diameter
Big enough for a deep fundamental with real low end. Two hands to hold it comfortably while playing.
Product detailSKU #1274034491450
RemoBuffalo Drums 3.5 x 16
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 16-inch frame drum played with a mallet, tuned low and open. For drum circles, sound healing and percussion accents.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Drum circles and community rhythm groups
- Sound healing and meditation sessions
- Low, sustained percussion accents in acoustic ensembles
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Kit drummers wanting a tunable, articulate drum
- Hand-drum players after djembe or conga slap-and-tone
- Anyone needing a tight, dry sound — this one rings
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 drum, not a barrel. Sound comes from head size, so it is open and ringy rather than punchy.
Detail 03
Frame drum design
Held in one hand and struck with a mallet in the other. You can bend pitch with hand pressure on the back of the head.
Detail 04
Synthetic head
Holds pitch outdoors and in changing humidity, unlike a rawhide buffalo drum that needs warming.
Detail 05
White finish
Plain head with no graphic, so it reads as an instrument rather than a toy.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Mallet is not listed as included — confirm before you count on playing it.
- 02Pretuned; there is no tension rod to raise or drop the pitch.
- 03Held by an internal handle, so one hand is occupied the whole time you play.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is the head real hide?
No. It is a synthetic head, which is why it stays in tune when the weather or room humidity changes.
02Do I need a mallet?
Yes for the usual sound. A mallet is not listed as included, so plan to buy one.
03Can I tune it lower?
There is no tuning hardware. You can bend the pitch slightly by pressing on the back of the head while you strike.
04How loud is it?
Loud and low for its size, with long sustain. It carries well in an acoustic circle but will not cut through amplified instruments.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- White
