Crafted by Sawt El Ahram, the Sawt El Ahram Turkish Darbukas is the percussion instrument of choice for both professionals and amateur musicians. This high quality instrument provides an excellent sound quality both live and in the studio. The polished aluminium body and five tension rods make the darabuka easy to maintain and tune, while the included tuning key makes it a breeze. Perfect for Turkish and Mediterranean music styles, the darabuka is also known as the doumbek – bringing a unique, vibrant sound to your performances. Get your hands on this high-quality doumbek today!
Small 14.5cm head diameter x 31cm high (0.50Kg)
Medium: 20.5cm head diameter x 37cm high (0.75Kg)
Large: 22.5cm head diameter x 41.5cm high (0.95Kg)
Product Type: Drums
Colour: Silver
Material: Metal
Material details: Aluminium
Number of units included: 1
Theme: Turkish drums
Display type: Freestanding
Product Care: Wipe with a damp cloth
Safety Warning: This product may contain small parts that pose a choking hazard, may have sharp edges, or may be heavy and fragile. It is not intended for use by children without adult supervision. Use with care to avoid injury. Handle and maintain the product responsibly to ensure safety. Buyers are responsible for ensuring safe use and care of the product. This is a general guide and it is not a substitute for proper supervision.
Country of Origin: Turkey
Pitch | High pitch |
Decay time | 1170ms |
Dominant Frequency Range | 90hz - 11khz |
Frequency Range | 100hz - 13.5khz |
Peak decibels | 94db |
RMS decibels | 77db |
Loudness Rating | Level 9 |
Difficulty Rating | 5 |
What’s included | Sawt El Ahram Turkish Darbukas |
Attack | 9ms |
Timbre Tone Colour | Bright and resonant |
Dynamic Range | Medium to High |
Recommended Age | 13 years + |
Yes, the darabuka (also called darbuka or doumbek) is suitable for beginners. Its lightweight design and basic hand technique make it accessible for new players.
The darabuka is played with your hands and fingers, typically held under one arm or between the knees. You create sounds using three main strokes: the “dum” (bass tone), “tek” (high tone), and “ka” (slap or accent stroke).
The darabuka is used in Middle Eastern, North African, and Eastern European music to provide rhythmic patterns in traditional, folk, and modern performances.
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