Doumbek

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Etymology and Alternative Spellings

Construction

History

Doumbeks are Middle Eastern instruments that have been around for thousands of years. They were used in Mesopotamian and ancient Egyptian cultures. The sound characteristics are similar to djembes but with a sharp tone and attack.

Sticks, Mallets, Beaters

Technique

Doumbek are played under the arm or resting on the player's leg, with a much lighter touch and quite different strokes (sometimes including rolls or quick rhythms articulated with the fingertips)

Manufacturers

Pearl
Meinl Percussion

Retailers

See Also

References