Reddit mentions: The best darbukas

We found 2 Reddit comment discussing the best darbukas. We ran sentiment analysis on each of these comments to determine how redditors feel about different products. We found 2 products and ranked them based on the amount of positive reactions they received. Here are the top 20.

1. Meinl Percussion Darbuka with Plain Aluminum Shell - MADE IN TURKEY - 6 1/2" Tunable Synthetic Head, 2-YEAR WARRANTY (HE-102)

    Features:
  • Rich lows and articulate highs โ€” Meinl aluminum darbukas produce rich mid-range lows and cracking highs for a superb tonal range that's great with traditional Middle-Eastern music, contemporary pop, drum circles, classroom music or just to play to fun
  • 12 3/4" cast aluminum shell, plain finish โ€” made from a cast mold, the aluminum shell delivers with an authentic tone, and it is exceptionally durable โ€” features a smooth aluminum finish for a classic look
  • Made in Turkey โ€” central to the origin and heaviest use of the darbuka (Mid-East, North Africa, Eastern Europe and South Asia), Meinl darbukas are made by skilled experts in Turkey with local knowledge, superb craftsmanship and consistent quality
  • All-weather synthetic head โ€” this drum is outfitted with a tunable, ultra-durable 6 1/2" synthetic head that resists elements of changing weather while responding with sharp, ringing highs and low tones that resonate freely โ€” tuning key included (4 lugs)
  • Comfortable flush rim โ€” sitting at an even level with the drum head, Meinl darbukas feature a flush, rounded rim that allows for easy execution of teks, finger rolls and doum strokes with total control and comfort
Meinl Percussion Darbuka with Plain Aluminum Shell - MADE IN TURKEY - 6 1/2" Tunable Synthetic Head, 2-YEAR WARRANTY (HE-102)
Specs:
Height16.9 Inches
Length24.8 Inches
Number of items6
Release dateJuly 2008
Size6 1/2x12 3/4 inch
Weight2 Pounds
Width14.8 Inches
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2. Meinl Percussion HE-101 Plain Aluminum Darbuka With Synthetic Head, 5 7/8-Inch

    Features:
  • Rich lows and articulate highs โ€” Meinl aluminum darbukas produce rich mid-range lows and cracking highs for a superb tonal range that's great with traditional Middle-Eastern music, contemporary pop, drum circles, classroom music or just to play to fun
  • 11" cast aluminum shell, plain finish โ€” made from a cast mold, the aluminum shell delivers with an authentic tone, and it is exceptionally durable โ€” features a smooth aluminum finish for a classic look
  • Made in Turkey โ€” central to the origin and heaviest use of the darbuka (Mid-East, North Africa, Eastern Europe and South Asia), Meinl darbukas are made by skilled experts in Turkey with local knowledge, superb craftsmanship and consistent quality
  • All-weather synthetic head โ€” this drum is outfitted with a tunable, ultra-durable 5 7/8" synthetic head that resists elements of changing weather while responding with sharp, ringing highs and low tones that resonate freely โ€” tuning key included (4 lugs)
  • Comfortable flush rim โ€” sitting at an even level with the drum head, Meinl darbukas feature a flush, rounded rim that allows for easy execution of teks, finger rolls and doum strokes with total control and comfort
Meinl Percussion HE-101 Plain Aluminum Darbuka With Synthetic Head, 5 7/8-Inch
Specs:
ColorWood/ Brown
Height12 Inches
Length6.5 Inches
Number of items1
Release dateJanuary 2009
Size7/8-inch
Weight0.9479877266 Pounds
Width6.5 Inches
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Total score: 3
Number of comments: 2
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u/nuck-stotes ยท 2 pointsr/drums

I'd also suggest a cheap (like $30-60) aluminum darbuka. Amazon link. There are other sizes, but that's a sweet spot imho.

The darbuka/doumbek is a simple drum to play and awfully durable. The two basic sounds (the doum, and the tek) are a good low/high sound that makes working on simple rhythmic patterns easy and you'll start to develop the left/right skills at the same time. Add a foot tambourine and shaker and you can start working on 4 way coordination.

Sticks and a pad are a good start, but they can get boring. Adding a cheap hand drum is a good way to keep music from becoming a slog through a technique book.