Detail 01
8-inch head
The smallest of the four sizes. Bass notes stay high and short. Slaps and tones speak quickly and cleanly.
Product detailSKU #1281740639941
TocaStreet Series Djembe Small Black
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Small 8-inch synthetic djembe, about 16 inches tall. For a first hand drum, a drum circle, or a kid-sized player.
Strong match
Who this is for
- First hand drum for a beginner or a child
- Drum circles and campfires where you carry the drum
- Classrooms and group sessions needing several drums
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players wanting deep low bass tone from the drum
- Anyone needing volume to cut through a live band
- Traditional players who prefer rope-tuned goatskin
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
16 inches tall
Sits comfortably between the knees for a child or plays on a lap for an adult. No stand needed.
Detail 03
Synthetic shell and head
Does not shift with humidity the way wood and skin do. Handles being tossed in a car or left outdoors.
Detail 04
Under 70 dollars
Entry tier. Buy it to learn hand technique and play in groups, not as a recording or stage instrument.
Detail 05
Fixed head, no rope tuning
Tone is what it is out of the box. Nothing to tighten or maintain, but nothing to adjust either.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Larger sizes exist at 10, 12 and 13 inch heads if you want deeper tone.
- 02No stand, bag or carry strap listed. Check before ordering.
- 03Bare-hand playing only. Sticks will damage the head.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What size djembe should I get?
The 8-inch is the smallest, best for kids or portability. Go to the 10-inch medium or larger if you want deeper bass and more volume.
02Is this big enough for an adult?
An adult can play it on a lap or between the knees, but it will feel small. The 12-inch large is closer to full adult sizing.
03Can I leave it outside or take it camping?
Yes. The synthetic construction does not react to humidity swings the way a wood shell with a natural skin head does.
04Does it need tuning?
No. There is no tuning system on it. It plays as it arrives.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
4 detailsOther
- Small
- Approx. 8 inch Head, 16 inch Tall
- Large
- 12 inch Head, 24 inch Tall
- Extra Large
- 13 inch Head, 26 inch Tall
- Medium
- Approx. 10 inch Head, 20 inch Tall
