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 four different size drums; 8”, 10”, 12”, and 14” with the smaller drums delivering a higher pitch that cuts through and the larger sizes producing a thunderous low-end punch. The patented seamless synthetic shells are available in four dynamic hand-painted finishes with synthetic heads. Pearl’s top tuning mechanism simplifies the tuning process and makes changing heads a breeze.

The body of Primero Cajons is constructed using MDF, Medium-density Fiberboard, or Shorea plywood creating a solid and durable sound chamber. Most models feature Meranti faceplates. Meranti is a wood known for its relative hardness and straight grain making it ideal for cajons. A built-in bass port magnifies the massive low-end tone of the Cajon while curly snare wires provide a bright, crisp snare response. Each of these Primero Cajons features a look as distinctive as the percussionist who plays them.

The Havana Series Conga set is available in a Quinto, Conga, and Tumba, with a matching set of bongos also available. Most modern conga belly circumferences measure 42” at their widest, while these fiberglass shell congas feature a Cuban-style width, with the Quinto, Conga, and Tumba waist lines measuring 48”, 50”, and 52” respectively, to give these drums a very deep and dynamic punch.The drums come standard with Pearl’s Contour Crown Rims, premium plated hardware, rubber shell guards, and Pearl’s exclusive Self-Aligning Washer System for effortless tuning.

Pearl’s Ocean Drum features micro steel balls sealed inside a double headed 16" frame drum with one Goat Skin head and one synthetic head, each producing distinctly different sounds. The natural Goat Skin head produces a more controlled sound while the clear Mylar head generates greater projection. Rolling the steel balls at different speeds, and starting and stopping produces sounds from soothing wave to crashing tides. The drum’s solid wood shell is finished in satin black lacquer.

The Awakening Series has been expanded to include a series of natural nut shakers that provide earthy tones that complement the series. Kenari, Bendo, and Pangi nuts range in size from small, medium, and large and each size possesses unique sound properties that are utilized in the shakers. Kenari nuts are the smallest and their hard triangular exterior becomes a miniature sound chamber when played. The Kenari Nut Windchime features 26 strands of Kenari nuts with 6 nuts per strand. The Kenari Nut Shaker is 7” long and features 22 strands of nuts with 6 nuts per strand and a 5” nylon wrapped Rattan handle. The new Kenari Nut Bracelet Shaker features 14 individually strung Kenari nuts that can be worn by musicians to layer sounds while playing instruments like guitar or cajon.