Meinl Percussion Meinl Percussion Djembe Hand Drum Circle Instrument with Piezo Pickup, Alpine Series — NOT Made in China — Easy Tune Synthetic Head and Shell, 2-Year Warranty (PADJ12-BW)

A boost of volume is sometimes needed for outdoor percussion performances or live shows. This 100% synthetic djembe is outfitted with a Piezo pickup and quarter-inch input/output jacks plus volume control to plug into an amp or PA. Tuning is made simple with the mechanically tuned synthetic head. It delivers booming lows and popping highs – perfect for drum circles or large-scale performances. The synthetic build means the drum is easy to tune and stays in tune through changing weather conditions. About this item OUR MOST USER-FRIENDLY DJEMBE: the Alpine Series Djembe puts up with outdoor elements like dirt, sand, moisture, and sun; plus, it's easy to clean, lightweight, and tunes in seconds WHY IT MATTERS: you can play more outdoor settings like drum circles without hassle since the djembe requires little to no maintenance; the Alpine Djembe is always ready to go from beaches to parks to open mic night HOW IT WORKS: the shell and head are 100% all-weather synthetic material, so they won't expand or contract with changes in weather which can affect tuning and longevity; this material also resists dents/scratches and cuts down weight ONE BIG THING: this djembe is equipped with Piezo pickups and a 1/4" jack to boost your signal through an amplifier or PA system; control volume with the knob on the side of the shell (cables not included) HOW TO ADJUST PITCH: includes a tuning wrench to make quick adjustments or head changes; tighten the steel tension rods for a higher pitch and loosen to drop pitch (djembe comes pre-tuned) BY THE NUMBERS: shell measures 12" wide x 24" tall and weighs about 8 lbs; head measures 12" with a 10" playing area (head is slightly larger than the playing area because it wraps around and down the rim) THE BOTTOM LINE: have fun playing the Alpine Series Djembe anywhere, and don't worry wondering if it'll hold up; plus, you can plug-in with this djembe and boost your sound THE BIG PICTURE: Meinl is a family-owned musical instrument manufacturer and brand established 1951 in Germany; our expert German designers have deep relationships with our builders to ensure you're delivered the absolute finest quality See more product details