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Fiberskyn head
A synthetic head with a skin-like texture. Warm and dry sounding, and it holds pitch when humidity swings.
Product detailSKU #1274034491513
RemoFiberskyn Frame Drum Walnut 2.5x14
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 14 in. Fiberskyn frame drum, 2.5 in. deep, in a walnut finish. For hand drummers wanting a warm, stable-tuning drum.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Drum circles and worship groups needing a warm, low-volume voice
- Players who move between climates and hate retuning skin heads
- Accompanying acoustic songs where a full drum is too much
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone chasing the exact feel and overtones of a natural skin head
- Players needing deep, booming low end from a frame drum
- Hand drummers wanting the tone range of a djembe or doumbek
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.
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14 in. diameter
Mid-size. Comfortable to hold in one hand for long stretches while the other hand plays.
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2.5 in. depth
Shallow shell. Quicker decay and less low end than a deep frame, so it stays out of the way of bass.
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Wood frame
Wood absorbs more high overtones than a synthetic shell, which is what keeps the tone dry rather than ringy.
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Walnut finish
Cosmetic only. It does not change the sound.
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Around $77
Mid-range for a frame drum. You are paying for the head and shell, not hardware.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Plan on a separate frame drum mallet if you want mallet tone
- 02Tone comes from where you strike: rim for high, center for body
- 03Synthetic heads still dislike heat, so keep it out of hot cars
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does the Fiberskyn head need tuning?
It holds pitch far better than natural skin because it does not react to humidity the way animal hide does. That stability is the main reason to choose it.
02Is it played with hands or a mallet?
Either. Hands give more attack detail and articulation. A mallet gives a rounder, more sustained tone, and is bought separately.
03How does Fiberskyn compare to a natural skin head?
Fiberskyn is textured and warm sounding but drier and more consistent. Natural skin has more complex overtones and shifts with the weather.
04Is 14 in. big enough for a drum circle?
Yes. It is a common size that projects in an acoustic group, though it will not compete with loud djembes or an amplified band.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
- Color Finish
- Brown
