Ghana Adowa Drum - African Hand Drum - New!

Product Overview

The adowa is a peg-tension drum native to Ghana, and has a unique, mellow, very tonal sound. The technique for the Adowa is relatively light, as opposed to the conga or even the djembe.

Features Include:

Individual tuning and testing - comes to you ready to play
Solid one-piece construction using Mansonia, a legally harvested tropical drum wood
Treated with at least 3 coats of coconut oil and shea butter, to hydrate and beautify wood
New calf skin, closely shaved to eliminate uncomfortable stubble and improve sound
Basic playing and care instructions available online
Bottom rim and bearing edge coated with wax to protect and seal the wood

Product Specifications

\"Dimensions:

9\" x 22\"

\"Wood Type:

Mansonia (Hard Tweneboa)\"

Reviews

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Adowa Drum

Posted by Pablo on Oct 18th 2021

Surprised how large this drum is; was expecting smaller version. While not a full size Djembe style, can still be played comfortably. The roping is high quality and done very nice. Drum is one solid piece of wood . The pegging provides a cool look. Carved pretty good. But carving doesn’t match what is shown, so be ready for that. I am thinking about sanding it finer and treating w/ oil. Which actually could be a fun project.

So about the tone. It is not tight, high pitched like some Djembe’s. I knew this ahead of time. It is a challenge to play. But is an absolute delight! Not meant to be your main axe; but as a side drum is a must. Highly recommend getting this drum. Price point is great. Again, is a nice respite from my main drum arsenal. You will Not be disappointed.