Our hair off skins are “washed” with a salted solution which removes 100% of the hair but does not change the constitution of the skin. Perfect for people wanting a hassle free and fast solution to re-skinning. They are slightly pre-stretched and require less cranking to get them to playing pitch.
Tip for drum makers – get the rings down low on the wet pull, as they will not drop much after drying and cranking.
About Disc Sizes
A 12″ disc is suitable for a 12″ djembe; the diameter of the hide itself will be slightly larger than 12″ to allow room for skinning.
A quick guide to choosing the right skin
- Thinner skins tend to be more responsive. Their sounds are higher and brighter. They are easier on the hands and more suited to new players
- Medium skins are well balanced with warm tones and bright slaps
- Thick skins are very rich and warm sounding. They take longer to play in, but once settled they have a very melodic quality
We always take extra care in choosing skins that are free from faults and will go the distance on your drum. Please understand however that as a natural product from the wild, we can never pick up 100% of the inherent defects as they can be invisible to the naked eye. Check out our skins warranty here, and scroll down to “Skins purchased from African Drumming.
Need Advice?
You’re welcome to call us on (03) 9525 3073
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