Meinl Percussion Djembe with Mahogany Wood
- 10 inch medium size, rope-tuned goat skin head
- Carved mahogany shell, Black River finish
- Mali-weave nylon rope tuning system
- Deep bass, bright slaps, warm tone, clear attack
- 3.44 kg, 10 x 10 x 20 inches
- 2-year warranty, replacement for defects
Last refreshed Oct 2, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A rope-tuned djembe with a goat skin head, shaped for gripping between the knees. A carrying bag is sold separately and is not included.
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ASIN: B004LRZC6AModel: HDJ3-MCategory: Djembes
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Overview
A circle drummer gets a body with a horizontal ripple motif that suggests a flowing river, carved by hand from mahogany. Hand-selected goat skin is secured and tuned by the traditional Mali-weave system.
The carved texture makes the drum easy to grip between the knees, and the listing says it is ready to play out of the box. The sound covers deep bass to cutting slaps. The limitation is that a gig bag is a separate purchase.
Who it's for
Hand drummers and drum circle players who like traditional rope tension and a textured shell will use this. Players who want quick mechanical tuning or a bag included should look at other options.
Pros and cons
- Hand-carved mahogany shell
- Goat skin head
- Mali-weave rope tuning
- Textured shell grips well
- Bag sold separately
- Rope tuning needs know-how
- Included items not listed
- Head size only in title
Performance notes
The Mali-weave rope system pulls the goat skin tight over the mahogany shell, so tension sets pitch and slap response. The listing describes deep, resonant bass and cutting, high-pitched slaps. The carved shell texture lets a player grip the drum between the knees.
Specifications
| Brand | Percussion |
|---|---|
| Model | HDJ3-M |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Head size | 10 inches, medium |
| Dimensions | 10 x 10 x 20 inches |
| Weight | 3.44 kg |
| Construction & materials | |
| Body Material | Mahogany wood |
| Material | Goat skin head, mahogany shell |
| Color | Black River |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 2-year replacement for defects |
| Other details | |
| Tuning system | Rope-tuned, Mali weave |
| Sound Profile | Deep bass, bright slaps, warm tone, clear attack |
| Series | Headliner Series |
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Frequently asked questions
How do I tune the Meinl Headliner djembe?
It is rope-tuned with the traditional Mali-weave nylon rope system. The listing gives no tuning steps.
How do I hold the Meinl Headliner djembe?
The carved shell texture makes it easy to grip between the knees.
Does the Meinl Headliner djembe come with a bag?
No. The listing says a separate Meinl gig bag exists, and included components are listed as not included.
What does the Meinl warranty cover?
Defects in material or workmanship are replaced at no charge for two years, per the listing.