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Daf Ahang
Price:
€77.31
Daf Ahang — Frame Drum with Synthetic Head
The Daf Ahang is a frame drum built for players who need both responsiveness and durability without excessive weight. It combines a wooden frame with a synthetic skin engineered specifically to produce the characteristic sound of the daf — a tone rich in texture, capable of ranging from delicate articulation to fuller resonance depending on how it is struck.
Construction and Sound
The drum's interior is fitted with small metal rings attached to the frame. During play, these rings strike against the skin with each stroke, creating the shimmering, layered quality central to daf technique. The synthetic head was developed to work optimally with this ring system, allowing the metallic elements to ring clearly without dampening the fundamental tone of the drum itself.
The combination of materials — wood frame and engineered plastic skin — keeps the overall weight low, making extended playing sessions less fatiguing. The construction is straightforward and solid, designed to withstand regular use in performance and practice.
Playing Technique and Musical Context
The daf responds to both fingertip strikes and palm blows, with each producing distinct sonic results. Lighter finger work yields subtle, articulate sounds; fuller palm strokes generate deeper, more resonant tones. This range makes the instrument adaptable across different musical settings and playing styles.
Historically, the daf appears in Sufi musical practice and is also played in ensemble settings at festivals and ritual celebrations. Its percussive vocabulary suits both meditative contexts and larger ensemble work where rhythmic definition and tonal colour matter equally.
What's Included
The Daf Ahang comes with a soft case for transport and storage, offering basic protection for the drum between sessions.
The daf remains a foundational percussion instrument across Middle Eastern and Persian musical traditions, valued equally in devotional settings and in contemporary world music ensembles.
Price:
€77.31
Daf Ahang — A 54cm frame drum from Turkey with a professional-grade synthetic head and internal metal rings that create the shimmering, resonant character essential to traditional daf playing. Weighing just 800g, it's comfortable for extended sessions whether you're exploring Sufi ceremonial contexts, world fusion ensembles, or meditative soundscapes. The balanced construction and quality materials respond equally well to delicate finger techniques and fuller palm strikes. A versatile frame drum that honours centuries of Middle Eastern and Persian rhythm tradition.
| Origin | Turkey |
|---|---|
| Weight | 0,80 kg |
| Dimensions | 54,0 × 54,0 × 5,0 cm |
| Materials | Wood - Plastic |
Caution: Not suitable for children under 3 years. Please supervise older children. Beware of swallowing small parts, strangulation, material allergies, sharp edges and points! Use only for sound generation. No liability for improper use.
Care: Extreme temperature fluctuations, humidity and direct sunlight can affect the lifespan. Please store in balanced humidity to prevent material changes, mold and corrosion. Remove dirt with a damp cloth. Dry after cleaning and each use.
Disposal: Please contact your local waste disposal authority for information on environmentally sound disposal!
Daf Ahang — Frame Drum with Synthetic Head
The Daf Ahang is a frame drum built for players who need both responsiveness and durability without excessive weight. It combines a wooden frame with a synthetic skin engineered specifically to produce the characteristic sound of the daf — a tone rich in texture, capable of ranging from delicate articulation to fuller resonance depending on how it is struck.
Construction and Sound
The drum's interior is fitted with small metal rings attached to the frame. During play, these rings strike against the skin with each stroke, creating the shimmering, layered quality central to daf technique. The synthetic head was developed to work optimally with this ring system, allowing the metallic elements to ring clearly without dampening the fundamental tone of the drum itself.
The combination of materials — wood frame and engineered plastic skin — keeps the overall weight low, making extended playing sessions less fatiguing. The construction is straightforward and solid, designed to withstand regular use in performance and practice.
Playing Technique and Musical Context
The daf responds to both fingertip strikes and palm blows, with each producing distinct sonic results. Lighter finger work yields subtle, articulate sounds; fuller palm strokes generate deeper, more resonant tones. This range makes the instrument adaptable across different musical settings and playing styles.
Historically, the daf appears in Sufi musical practice and is also played in ensemble settings at festivals and ritual celebrations. Its percussive vocabulary suits both meditative contexts and larger ensemble work where rhythmic definition and tonal colour matter equally.
What's Included
The Daf Ahang comes with a soft case for transport and storage, offering basic protection for the drum between sessions.
The daf remains a foundational percussion instrument across Middle Eastern and Persian musical traditions, valued equally in devotional settings and in contemporary world music ensembles.
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