Pearl's Top Tuned PVC Ashikos are constructed using PVC for its light and durable characteristics and also for its warm, round, full-body sound. The origin of Ashiko drums can be traced back to West Africa and the Yoruba tribe. The Ashiko is a close relative to the djembe and its sound is complementary to the djembe when played together in drum circles or ensembles. The long tapered cylinder of the Ashiko produces lower bass notes than djembes, with rich mid-tones. The 1-piece PVC shell features 6 tuning lugs with a tuning wrench and a 10" tucked collar synthetic head. Standing 22" tall, ideal for the seated player, the shell includes a rubber bottom edge protector.

Djembes produce a wide range of sounds and are ideal as a solo instrument or as part of a large percussion ensemble or drum circle. Pearl’s Top Tune Djembe series includes two different size drums;12” and 14” that produce a thunderous low-end punch. The patented seamless synthetic shells are available in two dynamic hand-painted finishes #685 Artisan Straight Grain Limba and #686 Artisan Weathered Oak with synthetic skin heads. Pearl’s top tuning mechanism simplifies the tuning process and makes changing heads a breeze.

A portion of the sale of each djembe will be shared with The Rhythmic Arts Project. TRAP’S primary objective is to promote the inclusion of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their typical peers in all aspects of everyday life.

The Pearl Toy Box Case combines the functionality of a trap table with an instrument case. This item is perfect for the gigging percussionist with lots of toys - the 12" x 12" x 6" case provides plenty of room for many small percussion instruments.

The lid, lined with padded material will attach to any cymbal stand with the included adapter and becomes a secure 12" x 12" trap table with raised edges. Aluminum reinforcement is included along all edges of the tray. The adapter goes in its own pouch which can easily be stored within the case for transport.