Djun Djun
$200.00 - $600.00
 

The Djun Djun is a large two headed drum of West African origin.  It is the largest of a battery of three drums the Kinkini, and Songba being the two smaller ones, (also available from LJP).
 

The Djun Djun is generally the bottom or pulse drum in an African ensemble.  It has a deep tone and is usually accompanied by an attached bell to weave intricate rhythmic patterns.
 

The Djun Djun can be constructed of from either wood, (Glued slats or a hollow log ) or a metal drum.  The heads are generally thick cow hide capable of withstanding many years of hard pounding.