MEINL Aluminum Doumbek Black

The Meinl Aluminum Doumbek Black is a high-quality doumbek handcrafted entirely of aluminum with a synthetic head, offering percussionists an authentic sound and playing experience. The durable yet lightweight aluminum shell produces deep, resonant bass tones as well as crisp, ringing highs that fully project. The rounded rim sits flush to the head, enabling finger-snapping techniques to be easily executed. The sleek black vinyl coating provides a strong grip and protects the handcrafted aluminum shell while maintaining the drum's acoustic properties.

Lightweight, Durable Aluminum Construction

The Meinl Aluminum Doumbek is constructed of lightweight yet durable aluminum, providing percussionists an instrument that is easy to handle and transport while also withstanding the rigors of performance and practice. The aluminum material produces a wide range of authentic tones, from low, resonant "doums" to high, ringing slaps and snaps.

Synthetic Head Offers Versatile Tones

The Meinl Aluminum Doumbek features a durable synthetic head that is easily tuned to produce a variety of tones. The head can be tuned low for deep, booming bass tones or tuned higher for sharp, ringing highs. The versatile tuning range allows percussionists to adapt the drum's tones for different styles of music.

Rounded Rim Enables Finger Techniques

With its rim sitting nearly flush to the head, the Meinl Aluminum Doumbek enables percussionists to easily execute finger-snapping techniques. The rounded rim does not obstruct fingers, allowing for crisp finger snaps and slaps.

Protective Vinyl Coating

The sleek black vinyl coating provides percussionists a strong grip on the Meinl Aluminum Doumbek while also protecting the handcrafted aluminum shell. The coating helps maintain the drum's acoustic properties and tones.