Frame drum

A frame drum is a drum that has a drumhead width greater than its depth. It is one of the most ancient musical instruments, and perhaps the first drum to be invented. It has a single drumhead that is usually made of rawhide, but man-made materials may also be used.

Some frame drums have mechanical tuning, while on many others the drumhead is tacked in place.

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