{"product_id":"16-peruvian-frame-drum-p1611p1611","title":"16\" Peruvian Frame Drum P1612","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"powr-popup\" id=\"265911f3_1763734998\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDeep tone. Handcrafted presence.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese Peruvian frame drums carry a full, grounded voice—shaped through handcraft, natural materials, and a close relationship between maker and instrument.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach drum is unique, both in form and in tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHandcrafted by Tatito (Qoya, Peru)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese Peruvian frame drums are handcrafted by Tatito, a drum maker from Qoya—a small village in the Sacred Valley near Cusco, Peru.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTatito began making drums as a teenager and now brings over 20 years of experience to his craft. What started as a practical path became a lifelong practice, evolving into a unique and deeply personal approach to drum making.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Drum as a Living Instrument\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Tatito, each drum is more than an instrument.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe approaches the process with intention and care—honoring the materials and the animals whose hides are used. Each drum is made as a continuation of life, transforming natural materials into something that can carry sound, rhythm, and connection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHandcrafted Materials\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach drum is largely made by hand:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrames are built from locally available woods such as pine, pachaco, or similar hardwoods\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGoat hides are sourced from small family farms, using materials that would otherwise go unused\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe hides are processed by hand, often leaving the fur intact to enhance depth of tone\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis approach emphasizes sustainability, practicality, and respect for the materials.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTone \u0026amp; Feel\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sound of these drums is rich and resonant, similar in character to traditional frame drums:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e18\" drums — deep, full bass with strong resonance\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e16\" drums — balanced tone with both bass and higher overtones, and lighter to hold\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach drum is tightly stretched and well constructed, offering a clear and responsive voice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Detail\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany drums feature simple geometric patterns, including the Chakana (Andean cross)—a symbol representing the four directions and foundational principles of the universe.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIncluded Beater\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach drum comes with a handcrafted beater:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emade from warango or quiswar wood\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efilled with sheep wool to produce a deep, soft bass tone\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Personal Craft\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach drum reflects the hand and intention of its maker.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo two are exactly alike—each carrying its own tone, character, and presence.A Relationship with Material\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUse in Practice\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis drum can be approached simply.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn practice, it may support:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eworking with a warm, low-frequency tone\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edeveloping steady rhythm with a softer response\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eholding a natural, handmade instrument over time\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eallowing variation in tone through touch and placement\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach drum reveals itself gradually.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Natural Response to Environment\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a natural hide drum, its tone will shift with conditions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHumidity may soften the sound, while dryness may tighten and raise the tone. With simple warming or drying, the voice can be brought back into balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: \u003c\/strong\u003eapproximately 18\" × 3\" (16\" also available)\u003cbr\u003eGoat hide with natural fur\u003cbr\u003eWooden frame (pine, pachaco, or similar)\u003cbr\u003eHandmade in Peru\u003cbr\u003eIncludes soft beater\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sunreed™ Instruments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47699339968733,"sku":"P1612","price":249.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/8578\/3773\/files\/p1612.png?v=1776710289","url":"https:\/\/sunreed.com\/products\/16-peruvian-frame-drum-p1611p1611","provider":"Sunreed™ Instruments","version":"1.0","type":"link"}