The Coconut Drum is a unique percussion instrument handcrafted from half a natural coconut shell with a softwood top, combining a simple design with a warm, variable hollow sound. Supplied with a matching beater, its tone can be adjusted by covering the hole with the palm of your hand and striking different areas of the wooden surface to create a range of dynamic sounds. Handmade, fair trade, eco-friendly, and fun, this beautiful and sustainable coconut shell drum is a great addition to any percussion collection.
Specifications
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Size
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13cm × 11cm × 6cm
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Weight
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250g
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Country of Origin
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Indonesia
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Product Care
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Wipe with a damp cloth
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Pitch
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High pitch
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Decay time
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57ms
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Dominant Frequency Range
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250hz - 2khz
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Frequency Range
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80hz - 14.4khz
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Peak decibels
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88db
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RMS decibels
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69db
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Loudness Rating
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Level 8
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Difficulty Rating
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1
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Attack
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3ms
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Timbre Tone Colour
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Earthy and resonant
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Dynamic Range
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Medium
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Safety Warning
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Contains small parts. Not suitable for children without adult supervision.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the coconut drum suitable for beginners?
The coconut drum is a great instrument for beginners as it can be played in a very simple way with the beater. The techniques that apply to this instrument can be learned as the player becomes more comfortable.
How to play the coconut drum?
For beginners to play the coconut drum, you will need to hold the coconut drum in your non-dominant hand, then with the beater, strike the top of it to produce a sound. To go to the next level, you will want to create your own rhythms and develop timing. Once you're comfortable with that, you can try advanced techniques like palm muting and part muting. This involves covering the sound hole partly or fully in between strikes to adjust the tone while playing. This adds variety to the sound and makes it more interesting to listen to.
What is the coconut drum used for?
The coconut drum can be used for a variety of purposes. It's great for music production, performance, and as a mindfulness sound therapy tool. However, one of the best uses we believe is as a sound effect instrument due to its adjustable tones.
