The Samba World Percussion Djembe (Carnaval) is a synthetic-bodied drum drawn from Brazil's leading samba instrument manufacturers, Contemporanea and Timbra Instrumentos Musicais. This 10” model sits within the Carnaval Rhythm Series, engineered to deliver the open, resonant tones fundamental to Brazilian percussion traditions whilst maintaining the durability required for both rehearsal and performance contexts.
Measuring 10” in diameter and standing 16” in height, the synthetic body construction offers consistency across playing sessions and resilience in varying climates–a practical advantage for touring musicians and studio work. The drum's proportions are sized to produce the mid-to-high frequency response characteristic of djembes used in samba ensembles, whilst the synthetic shell eliminates the wood-conditioning demands of traditional carved instruments without sacrificing tonal complexity or projection.
Features
- 10” diameter, 16” height synthetic body construction
- Carnaval Rhythm Series tuning and voice calibration
- Manufactured by Contemporanea and Timbra Instrumentos Musicais, Brazil
- Synthetic shell eliminates wood maintenance requirements
- Designed for both rehearsal and live performance settings
- Open, resonant tone suited to samba ensemble contexts
- Durable construction for touring and frequent use
- Consistent playability across temperature and humidity variations



