15 cm Turkish Darbuka

This small Turkish darbuka by Cumbus, also called a doumbek, has a metal body, a 15 cm head and a total height of 31 cm. A tuning key is included.

Specifications

• Head diameter: 15 cm
• Height: 31 cm
• Body: metal
• Included: tuning key

This is a small darbuka. Check the head diameter and height before ordering to make sure the size suits your needs.

About the darbuka

The darbuka keeps the rhythm in traditional Turkish music and is also used in the music of the Middle East, North Africa and the Balkans. It can accompany other musicians or be played as a solo instrument. A darbuka is a single-headed, goblet-shaped drum with an open bottom. Depending on the model, the body may be made of clay, wood or metal, and the head may be natural skin or synthetic material.

Choosing a darbuka

Our catalogue includes Turkish, Egyptian and clay darbukas, with instruments by makers such as Cumbus and Emin Percussion. These categories and makers cover different body materials, finishes, dimensions and weights. For example, Emin Percussion makes both ceramic and cast-aluminum models. Compare the specifications of individual models when choosing a size, material or sound.