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product_id: 3683880
title: "Meinl African Talking Drum with Mahogany Wood Shell and Wooden Beater - NOT MADE IN CHINA - Large Size Goat Skin Heads, 2-YEAR WARRANTY (ATD-L)"
brand: "meinl percussion"
price: "1451 Lei"
currency: RON
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Meinl Percussion"
url: https://www.desertcart.ro/products/3683880-meinl-african-talking-drum-with-mahogany-wood-shell-and-wooden
store_origin: RO
region: Romania
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# Solid Mahogany Shell Hand-Selected Goat Skin Heads Curved Wooden Beater Included Meinl African Talking Drum with Mahogany Wood Shell and Wooden Beater - NOT MADE IN CHINA - Large Size Goat Skin Heads, 2-YEAR WARRANTY (ATD-L)

**Brand:** meinl percussion
**Price:** 1451 Lei
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🥁 Elevate your rhythm with heritage-crafted precision!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Meinl African Talking Drum with Mahogany Wood Shell and Wooden Beater - NOT MADE IN CHINA - Large Size Goat Skin Heads, 2-YEAR WARRANTY (ATD-L) by meinl percussion
- **How much does it cost?** 1451 Lei with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ro](https://www.desertcart.ro/products/3683880-meinl-african-talking-drum-with-mahogany-wood-shell-and-wooden)

## Best For

- meinl percussion enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted meinl percussion brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Dynamic Pitch Control:** Nylon rope tensioning lets you bend notes for expressive high and low tones.
- • **Trusted Quality & Warranty:** Backed by a 2-year warranty and #1 ranked in Talking Drums for lasting performance.
- • **Complete Playing Experience:** Includes a curved wooden beater designed for optimal technique and sound quality.
- • **Authentic West African Sound:** Traditional hourglass shape and hand-carved motifs connect you to Yoruba musical heritage.
- • **Masterful Mahogany Craftsmanship:** Carved from a single piece of premium mahogany for rich resonance and durability.

## Overview

The Meinl African Talking Drum features a solid mahogany hourglass shell with hand-selected goat skin heads tensioned by nylon ropes, enabling dynamic pitch bending. It includes a curved wooden beater for authentic playing technique and is decorated with traditional hand-carved motifs. This large-size drum delivers rich, warm tones rooted in Yoruba musical tradition, backed by a 2-year warranty and acclaimed for quality and control.

## Description

The MEINL African Talking Drums are carved into an hourglass shape from a solid piece of Mahogany wood, and decorated with a carved motif. Two hand-selected goatskin heads are spanned with high-quality nylon rope. Traditionally, the talking drum is played beneath one arm, and held against the ribcage. The drum is then squeezed to “bend” the pitch while the other hand employs a curved striker.

Review: Nice sound and control - Had this for a few years. Well made, great tone, good control of tones.
Review: Good quality for the price - Quality is good. Arrived promptly.

## Features

- Mahogany shell: Meinl talking drums are carved from a solid piece of mahogany and offer unmatched tonal range and resonance
- Hand selected goat skin heads: The heads are secured and tuned by spanning nylon ropes, which are squeezed to bend the notes of the drum to offer warm tone for both high and low pitch
- Wooden striker included: The drum includes a curved wooden beater in order to play the instrument with proper technique and achieve optimal sound quality
- Carved design: The shell is formed into an hourglass shape and decorated with a hand-carved motif in an earthy design
- Traditional sound: these drums originated in West Africa and are still used today in the music of the Yoruba people

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00275G6PO |
| Best Sellers Rank | #13,645 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #1 in Talking Drums |
| Body Material | Mahogany Wood |
| Color Name | Large |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (236) |
| Date First Available | January 1, 2009 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00840553064599 |
| Included Components | not included |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 1.76 pounds |
| Item model number | ATD-L |
| Manufacturer | Meinl USA L.C. |
| Material Type | Mahogany Wood, Goat Skin |
| Product Dimensions | 8 x 8 x 16 inches |
| UPC | 840553064599 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Meinl Percussion
- **Color:** Large
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 8 x 8 x 16 inches
- **Material:** Mahogany Wood, Goat Skin
- **Model Name:** African Talking Drum

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice sound and control
*by G***G on June 29, 2025*

Had this for a few years. Well made, great tone, good control of tones.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good quality for the price
*by L***W on October 9, 2025*

Quality is good. Arrived promptly.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Awesome drum, but hard to play with two hands
*by A***Y on June 7, 2022*

This drum is great, it sounds good and feels good to play. I have both the small version and the big version. The only problem is you can not play with two hands like you might see people do on youtube, unless you are a really small person or a child. Playing with two hands/4 fingers is important for doing very fast advanced rhythms like hertas, or rolls. If you do not have advanced drumming knowledge, this is not really an issue.

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*Store origin: RO*
*Last updated: 2026-03-15*