{"title":"18\" Drums","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"18-peruvian-frame-drum-p1843","title":"18\" Peruvian Frame Drum P1843","description":"\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/n-dMPQLeS8U?si=RFKMduBy8ExGbujo\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeruvian Frame Drum\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe sound file is a general sound file of a 18\" Peruvian Drum, but not the exact drum listed here. The picture is of the exact drum you will receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e: 18 x 3\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen And How Will It Ship?\u003c\/strong\u003e: This will ship FedEx within 2 days of ordering, and will typically arrive with in 3-5 days after that.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Will I Receive?\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 Peruvian frame drum and 1 drum mallet. The drum pictured is the exact drum you will receive.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eThese Peruvian Drums are made by Tatito, from Qoya, Peru. This is a small village in the Sacred Valley of Peru outside of Cusco. He started making drums as a teenager, and now has over 20 years of experience. He started making these drums out of necessity when he was younger and he didn't want to follow in his father's footsteps of working the land or in construction, so he started by helping a friend who made djembes, and branched out to find his unique drum style. He sees his drums as more than just instruments. To him, they are spiritual beings that help to connect us with Self, with Spirit, and with Source. He makes every single one with intention, with prayer, always honoring the animals that have passed as they transition into their new shapes as drums. He sees the process of making a drum as a journey of transformation, an opportunity to give these animals a second life to be reborn into these spiritual beings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost of the drum is completely hand crafted by him. He builds the frames out of pine, pachaco or other types of wood available. He receives goat hides from close families, who would’ve otherwise discarded the fur. He does not necessarily look for any type of fur, but just gets what is most sustainable, in this case goats from small family homestead farms in Peru. He processes the hide himself, leaving most of the fur on the hide because he likes the depth of tone it adds to the drum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sound quality of these drums is very similar to our Traditional Native American Frame Drums. The 18 inch gives a beautiful rich bass note. The 16 inch has a bass note with some higher notes as well. The 16 inch is better for those concerned about weight. They are very well tide, and the skin is tightly stretched.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn many of the drums he will add a geometric pattern, such as the Peruvian Chakana, which represents the four directions and four organizing principles of the universe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drum beaters are made from warango or quiswar wood. He fills the fluffy fabric with sheep wool to bring out a deep bass note from the drum. These are very similar to our Sunreed Soft Beaters in tonal quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sunreed® Instruments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47699341639901,"sku":"P1843","price":349.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/8578\/3773\/files\/peruvianframedrum-nativeamericandrum-sunreed13935.jpg?v=1781721470"},{"product_id":"18-deer-native-american-frame-drum-d1805","title":"18\" Deer Native American Frame Drum D1805","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHeart of the Earth. Voice of the drum.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAcross traditions worldwide, the frame drum is honored as a sacred instrument—carrying the rhythm of life, the pulse of the Earth, and a direct connection between sound, spirit, and human experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese traditional Native American-style frame drums are handcrafted with intention, care, and deep respect for both the materials and the lineage they represent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA Living Instrument\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach drum is more than an object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is created in a prayerful and intentional process, where the hide, the wood, and the maker all contribute to its voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is an instrument that:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ecarries a deep, resonant tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eresponds to the environment and the player\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003edevelops a relationship over 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\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10–12\"\u003c\/strong\u003e — higher tone, lightweight, travel-friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e14\"\u003c\/strong\u003e — light, balanced, easy to hold for long periods\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16\"\u003c\/strong\u003e — deeper tone with manageable weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e18\" (most recommended)\u003c\/strong\u003e — strong bass, full resonance, comfortable for most adults\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLarger drums offer deeper bass and more resonance, while smaller drums offer ease of handling and portability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eChoosing Your Hide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach animal hide brings its own tonal and physical qualities:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeer \/ Elk\u003c\/strong\u003e — thinner, lighter, responsive\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorse \/ Moose\u003c\/strong\u003e — medium thickness, balanced durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo\u003c\/strong\u003e — thickest, deepest tone, most stable in humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThinner hides are lighter and more responsive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThicker hides offer deeper tone and greater environmental stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWorking With Natural Hide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural skin drums are responsive to climate:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e — softens the tone (can be restored with gentle heat or sun)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e — tightens the skin (raising pitch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis responsiveness is part of the instrument’s nature—not a flaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe drum changes, and so does its voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Medicine of the Drum\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn traditional understanding, each animal carries its own medicine (spiritual quality).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChoosing a drum can be approached not only through sound and size—but through relationship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCommon associations include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoose\u003c\/strong\u003e — feminine energy, life\/death cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElk\u003c\/strong\u003e — strength and nobility\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeer\u003c\/strong\u003e — gentleness, compassion, new beginnings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo\u003c\/strong\u003e — abundance through right action\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorse\u003c\/strong\u003e — power, 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\u003cli\u003eits own presence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOver time, the relationship between player and drum deepens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA traditional instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlive, responsive, and rooted in something far older than sound alone.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sunreed® Instruments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47761716216029,"sku":"D1895","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/8578\/3773\/files\/D185.jpg?v=1778097075"},{"product_id":"18-deer-native-american-frame-drum-d1804","title":"18\" Deer Native American Frame Drum D1804","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHeart of the Earth. Voice of the drum.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAcross traditions worldwide, the frame drum is honored as a sacred instrument—carrying the rhythm of life, the pulse of the Earth, and a direct connection between sound, spirit, and human experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese traditional Native American-style frame drums are handcrafted with intention, care, and deep respect for both the materials and the lineage they represent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA Living Instrument\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach drum is more than an object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is created in a prayerful and intentional process, where the hide, the wood, and the maker all contribute to its voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is an instrument that:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ecarries a deep, resonant tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eresponds to the environment and the player\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003edevelops a relationship over 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\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10–12\"\u003c\/strong\u003e — higher tone, lightweight, travel-friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e14\"\u003c\/strong\u003e — light, balanced, easy to hold for long periods\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16\"\u003c\/strong\u003e — deeper tone with manageable weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e18\" (most recommended)\u003c\/strong\u003e — strong bass, full resonance, comfortable for most adults\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLarger drums offer deeper bass and more resonance, while smaller drums offer ease of handling and portability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eChoosing Your Hide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach animal hide brings its own tonal and physical qualities:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeer \/ Elk\u003c\/strong\u003e — thinner, lighter, responsive\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorse \/ Moose\u003c\/strong\u003e — medium thickness, balanced durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo\u003c\/strong\u003e — thickest, deepest tone, most stable in humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThinner hides are lighter and more responsive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThicker hides offer deeper tone and greater environmental stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWorking With Natural Hide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural skin drums are responsive to climate:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e — softens the tone (can be restored with gentle heat or sun)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e — tightens the skin (raising pitch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis responsiveness is part of the instrument’s nature—not a flaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe drum changes, and so does its voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Medicine of the Drum\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn traditional understanding, each animal carries its own medicine (spiritual quality).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChoosing a drum can be approached not only through sound and size—but through relationship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCommon associations include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoose\u003c\/strong\u003e — feminine energy, life\/death cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElk\u003c\/strong\u003e — strength and nobility\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeer\u003c\/strong\u003e — gentleness, compassion, new beginnings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo\u003c\/strong\u003e — abundance through right action\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorse\u003c\/strong\u003e — power, 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\u003cli\u003eits own presence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOver time, the relationship between player and drum deepens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA traditional instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlive, responsive, and rooted in something far older than sound alone.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sunreed® Instruments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47761717035229,"sku":"D1897","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/8578\/3773\/files\/D184.jpg?v=1778097059"},{"product_id":"18-peruvian-frame-drum-p1846-1","title":"18\" Peruvian Frame Drum P1846","description":"\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/n-dMPQLeS8U?si=RFKMduBy8ExGbujo\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeruvian Frame Drum\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe sound file is a general sound file of a 18\" Peruvian Drum, but not the exact drum listed here. The picture is of the exact drum you will receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e: 18 x 3\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen And How Will It Ship?\u003c\/strong\u003e: This will ship FedEx within 2 days of ordering, and will typically arrive with in 3-5 days after that.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Will I Receive?\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 Peruvian frame drum and 1 drum mallet. The drum pictured is the exact drum you will receive.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eThese Peruvian Drums are made by Tatito, from Qoya, Peru. This is a small village in the Sacred Valley of Peru outside of Cusco. He started making drums as a teenager, and now has over 20 years of experience. He started making these drums out of necessity when he was younger and he didn't want to follow in his father's footsteps of working the land or in construction, so he started by helping a friend who made djembes, and branched out to find his unique drum style. He sees his drums as more than just instruments. To him, they are spiritual beings that help to connect us with Self, with Spirit, and with Source. He makes every single one with intention, with prayer, always honoring the animals that have passed as they transition into their new shapes as drums. He sees the process of making a drum as a journey of transformation, an opportunity to give these animals a second life to be reborn into these spiritual beings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost of the drum is completely hand crafted by him. He builds the frames out of pine, pachaco or other types of wood available. He receives goat hides from close families, who would’ve otherwise discarded the fur. 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He started making these drums out of necessity when he was younger and he didn't want to follow in his father's footsteps of working the land or in construction, so he started by helping a friend who made djembes, and branched out to find his unique drum style. He sees his drums as more than just instruments. To him, they are spiritual beings that help to connect us with Self, with Spirit, and with Source. He makes every single one with intention, with prayer, always honoring the animals that have passed as they transition into their new shapes as drums. He sees the process of making a drum as a journey of transformation, an opportunity to give these animals a second life to be reborn into these spiritual beings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost of the drum is completely hand crafted by him. He builds the frames out of pine, pachaco or other types of wood available. He receives goat hides from close families, who would’ve otherwise discarded the fur. 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\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorse \/ Moose\u003c\/strong\u003e — medium thickness, balanced durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo\u003c\/strong\u003e — thickest, deepest tone, most stable in humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThinner hides are lighter and more responsive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThicker hides offer deeper tone and greater environmental stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWorking With Natural Hide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural skin drums are responsive to climate:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e — softens the tone (can be restored with gentle heat or sun)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e — tightens the skin (raising pitch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis responsiveness is part of the instrument’s nature—not a 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\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorse \/ Moose\u003c\/strong\u003e — medium thickness, balanced durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo\u003c\/strong\u003e — thickest, deepest tone, most stable in humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThinner hides are lighter and more responsive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThicker hides offer deeper tone and greater environmental stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWorking With Natural Hide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural skin drums are responsive to climate:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e — softens the tone (can be restored with gentle heat or sun)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e — tightens the skin (raising pitch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis responsiveness is part of the instrument’s nature—not a 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\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorse \/ Moose\u003c\/strong\u003e — medium thickness, balanced durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo\u003c\/strong\u003e — thickest, deepest tone, most stable in humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThinner hides are lighter and more responsive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThicker hides offer deeper tone and greater environmental stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWorking With Natural Hide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural skin drums are responsive to climate:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e — softens the tone (can be restored with gentle heat or sun)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e — tightens the skin (raising pitch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis responsiveness is part of the instrument’s nature—not a flaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe drum changes, and so does its voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Medicine of the Drum\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn traditional understanding, each animal carries its own medicine (spiritual quality).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChoosing a drum can be approached not only through sound and size—but through relationship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCommon associations include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoose\u003c\/strong\u003e — feminine energy, life\/death cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElk\u003c\/strong\u003e — strength and nobility\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeer\u003c\/strong\u003e — gentleness, compassion, new beginnings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo\u003c\/strong\u003e — abundance through right action\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorse\u003c\/strong\u003e — power, 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\u003cli\u003eits own presence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOver time, the relationship between player and drum deepens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA traditional instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlive, responsive, and rooted in something far older than sound alone.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sunreed® Instruments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68183182541021,"sku":"18E366","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/8578\/3773\/files\/18E366.jpg?v=1791920076"},{"product_id":"18-elk-native-american-frame-drum-18e367","title":"18\" Elk Native American Frame Drum 18E367","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHeart of the Earth. Voice of the drum.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAcross traditions worldwide, the frame drum is honored as a sacred instrument—carrying the rhythm of life, the pulse of the Earth, and a direct connection between sound, spirit, and human experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese traditional Native American-style frame drums are handcrafted with intention, care, and deep respect for both the materials and the lineage they represent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA Living Instrument\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach drum is more than an object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is created in a prayerful and intentional process, where the hide, the wood, and the maker all contribute to its voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is an instrument that:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ecarries a deep, resonant tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eresponds to the environment and the player\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003edevelops a relationship over 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\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorse \/ Moose\u003c\/strong\u003e — medium thickness, balanced durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo\u003c\/strong\u003e — thickest, deepest tone, most stable in humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThinner hides are lighter and more responsive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThicker hides offer deeper tone and greater environmental stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWorking With Natural Hide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural skin drums are responsive to climate:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e — softens the tone (can be restored with gentle heat or sun)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e — tightens the skin (raising pitch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis responsiveness is part of the instrument’s nature—not a 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