Detail 01
22-inch diameter
The largest common ocean drum size. Longer bead travel means a deeper, slower wave sound but two hands to control it.
Product detailSKU #1311695486411
RemoOcean Drum Clear 2.5 In x 22 In
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 22-inch frame drum filled with steel beads that mimics surf and rain when tilted. For sound effects, therapy, education, and ambient percussion work.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Sound effects for theater, film, or storytelling with children
- Music therapy and classroom groups where anyone can play immediately
- Ambient and meditative sets needing wash rather than rhythm
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players wanting a rhythmic hand drum with pitch and attack
- Loud stage use — the wash disappears against a full band
- Anyone wanting precise, repeatable timing from a percussion piece
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
2.5-inch shell depth
Shallow enough that beads stay in one plane, so tilting produces a smooth continuous sweep instead of rattling.
Detail 03
Clear head on one side
You watch the beads move as you tilt, which makes it easy to learn and useful for teaching and therapy.
Detail 04
Steel beads inside
Heavier than plastic pellets, so the wave sound is denser and carries further at low volume.
Detail 05
Two playable heads
The opposite head can be struck like a frame drum for thunder hits between wave sweeps.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Play it flat and tilt slowly — fast tilting turns wave sound into rattle
- 02No stand included; a 22-inch drum is awkward to hold one-handed for long
- 03Mallets are separate if you want to strike the head as well
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How do you play an ocean drum?
Hold it flat and tilt in slow circles so the beads roll across the head. Speed and angle change the wave from gentle surf to a heavy crash. You can also strike the head.
02Is 22 inches too big?
It is the largest standard size. Bigger means a deeper, longer wave, but you need both hands and a place to set it down between uses.
03Can kids use it?
Yes. There is no technique to learn — tilting makes sound immediately. The clear head lets them see what they are doing. Size and weight mean supervision helps.
04Can it be miked or recorded?
Yes. It is quiet, so it needs a close mic. Position off-center where the beads travel, and expect to record it separately from louder instruments.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
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