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product_id: 8373429
title: "Classical Heartwood Djembe Drum 9''x18''"
brand: "africa heartwood project"
price: "B/.373"
currency: PAB
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Africa Heartwood Project"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/8373429-classical-heartwood-djembe-drum-9x18
store_origin: PA
region: Panama
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# Tuned & ready-to-play out of the box Natural West African goat skin drumhead Solid hand-carved Mansonia wood body Classical Heartwood Djembe Drum 9''x18''

**Brand:** africa heartwood project
**Price:** B/.373
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🥁 Own the rhythm, own the story — play tradition with every beat!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Classical Heartwood Djembe Drum 9''x18'' by africa heartwood project
- **How much does it cost?** B/.373 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.pa](https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/8373429-classical-heartwood-djembe-drum-9x18)

## Best For

- africa heartwood project enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted africa heartwood project brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Impactful Purchase:** Supports Africa Heartwood Project’s water and orphan aid programs, empowering 30+ families per drum.
- • **Portable Powerhouse:** Compact 9"x18" size offers full djembe sound with easy handling and transport.
- • **Rich, Resonant Sound:** Natural goat skin and solid wood deliver deep bass and crisp high slaps for versatile rhythms.
- • **Visually Striking Design:** Unique geometric and traditional carvings make each drum a one-of-a-kind statement piece.
- • **Authentic African Craftsmanship:** Hand-carved by skilled Ghanaian artisans preserving centuries-old drum-making traditions.

## Overview

This 9"x18" hand-carved djembe drum from Africa features a solid Mansonia wood body and natural West African goat skin drumhead, delivering authentic, rich tones. Each drum is individually tuned and ready to play upon arrival, blending traditional craftsmanship with modern convenience. Beyond its vibrant sound and striking carvings, your purchase supports sustainable livelihoods and vital community projects in Ghana.

## Description

Buy Africa Heartwood Project Hand-Carved Djembe Drum from Africa - 9"x18" Classical Heartwood Djembe Musical Instrument (Random Carving) Solid Wood & Natural Goat Skin - Ready to Play Out of the Box: Djembes - desertcart.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases

Review: Super happy - Very pleased. Great beginners drum. Nice sound. Unfortunately my phone did not capture the bass tone very well, trust me its there! Lovely workmanship, perfect size for a smaller lady. Easy handling. Would purchase from again.
Review: Very Nice Drum - This is an awesome drum! Great price. Easily portable durable and functional and easy to use. Seems like a sturdy drum and I like it's size. I recommend. Great!!!

## Features

- HANDCRAFTED IN AFRICA: Each djembe drum is hand-carved by skilled artisans in Ghana who are trained by Africa Heartwood Project to ensure quality of craftsmanship and sound. Our methods preserve traditional drum building techniques passed down through generations, reflecting the rich rhythmic heritage of West Africa.
- QUALITY MATERIALS & TRADITIONAL SOUND: Constructed from solid hand-carved wood and featuring natural West African goat skin drumheads, our djembes produce rich, resonant tones. The 9"x 18" size delivers high slaps and a full open tone as the base note, making it versatile enough to be played as a djembe, bongo, or dumbek.
- READY TO PLAY OUT OF THE BOX: We ensure every djembe drum is thoroughly cleaned, inspected, and tuned before it reaches you. Each drum is individually played to check for sound quality, guaranteeing it arrives ready to use. If needed, the drum can be easily tuned to suit your sound preferences.
- VERSATILE & AESTHETICALLY PLEASING: Classical Heartwood Djembes are crafted not only for excellent sound quality and playability but also with a focus on aesthetic appeal. The 9"x 18" is a small size version of the real thing, capable of producing a full range of djembe sounds with surprisingly great volume and depth. The decorative carving feature geometric and traditional designs to enhances its visual appeal.
- SUPPORTS A MEANINGFUL CAUSE: Your purchase of this djembe contributes to the efforts of Africa Heartwood Project's non-profit Village Water Projets and Orphan Support Programs. Enjoy the satisfaction of knowing your purchase supports to a meaningful cause while also enjoying an authentic connection with traditional African rhythmic culture. Every djembe supports the livelihoods of up to 30 African individuals and families who contributed to the making of a single drum.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B003ZCP9RO |
| Best Sellers Rank | #74,597 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #109 in Djembes |
| Body Material | Wood |
| Color Name | Natural |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (116) |
| Date First Available | August 12, 2010 |
| Included Components | not included |
| Instrument Key | Tunable |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 5.44 pounds |
| Item model number | CD09- |
| Manufacturer | Africa Heartwood Project .org |
| Material Type | Mansonia wood |
| Product Dimensions | 9 x 18 x 9 inches |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Africa Heartwood Project
- **Color:** Natural
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 9 x 18 x 9 inches
- **Material:** Mansonia wood
- **Model Name:** Classical Heartwood Djembe Drum 9"x18"

## Images

![Classical Heartwood Djembe Drum 9''x18'' - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81AilAlp3FL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: I ordered the large version before with cowskin head do you still offer the thicker head ?**
A: the Classic Heartwood 9x18 djembe is goat skin and always has been, and cannot be headed with cow skin. We do have the full size Classic Heartwood Djembe 13x24 that is available with cow skin. Thank you!

**Q: Is it a real drum ?**
A: This is a hand-carved, solid-wood djembe drum from Ghana, West Africa. It has a real, all-natural goat skin, and has been tuned to sound good right out of the box. Everything about this drum is real - nothing made in a factory or mass-produced - and it is fully playable as a percussion musical instrument. As with many musical instruments, it is best if the drum fits the drummer, which is why we offer a variety of authentic Classical Heartwood Djembe Drums. This drum is sized appropriately for smaller, kid-size drummers. Adults can also play it, but if proper West African djembe technique is to be used, a larger drum would be advisable. Hope this helps! -World Percussion USA

**Q: What are the dimensions of this drum?**
A: This djembe drum is about 9" diameter across the top of the drum which is covered by goat skin. This doesn't include tuning rings, which add about 1.5" to the total outside diameter of the drum. The height is about 18" tall. As a solid wood, hand-carved instrument made in West Africa, there will be slight variations in size, but nothing significant and not enough to affect sound or playability. Thank you from World Percussion USA!

**Q: How much does this drum weigh?**
A: It is small & fairly light. 4th & 5th graders fought over playing it 🥴 I’m not good at estimating weight.  It’s real wood & not flimsy so it had heft. But easily playable & carried by young children or me...a short armed person of limited mobility. I loved this drum & so did my class. It sounds beautiful too.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Super happy
*by K***K on March 10, 2025*

Very pleased. Great beginners drum. Nice sound. Unfortunately my phone did not capture the bass tone very well, trust me its there! Lovely workmanship, perfect size for a smaller lady. Easy handling. Would purchase from again.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very Nice Drum
*by D***T on August 2, 2025*

This is an awesome drum! Great price. Easily portable durable and functional and easy to use. Seems like a sturdy drum and I like it's size. I recommend. Great!!!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great drum
*by T***E on May 12, 2025*

Little smaller then ai expected but it’s a great drum, great sound, solid built and ready to learn 😌

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*Last updated: 2026-05-22*