Question 1

What's the difference between this drum and the HE-3000 Aluminum Doumbek, Black Vinyl? Do they sound different or is it just the design?

Accepted Answer

Actually not to much, I played both side by side at guitar center at the point they had both there, I really thought the vinal covered one would be slightly quieter because it was must be muffled by the vinal skin, but there really wasn't any difference I could hear, I chose the black engraved design and I love it, it got done scratches and marks on it from my own ware and tear and other peoples as well, the vinal might be a good protection against it but it depends on the look you're going for and what outfits you might ware wen playing it, but I really think they sound the same, honestly I couldn't tell the difference even tho I expected to落

Question 2

Does this come with a carrying bag? Some reviews have mentioned that it does, but the item description doesn't

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When you scroll down to the description paragraph, it says " Included in the box is a carrying bag, tuning key, and spare head. "  You'll love this doumbek!

Question 3

Where can I get a replacement head for this drum?

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You can find them on Amazon or , but you have to get a Meinl head as they are 8 1/2" rather than the 8" or 8 3/4" of other brands.

Question 4

How heavy is this?  I am trying to replace a ceramic doumbek and the specs for this lists 2 different weights - 17.2 and 7.2 lbs.

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The actual weight is closer to 7.2.  I weighed myself with and without the doumbek.  The difference was only about 6 lbs.  I am guessing that is a rough measure since I used an ordinary bathroom scale.  This doumbek is made out of aluminum, definitely a lot lighter than ceramic.

ASIN	B0033PQV66
Body Material	aluminium
Brand Name	Meinl Percussion
Colour	Silver
Connector Type	no connector
Customer Reviews	4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (261)
Global Trade Identification Number	00084055306720, 00840553067200
Included Components	Case
Item Dimensions	27.9 x 27.9 x 43.5 centimetres
Item Weight	1 Pounds
Manufacturer	Meinl
Material	Aluminium
Model Name	Meinl HE 3018
Model Number	HE-3018
Part Number	HE3018
UPC	840553067200 084055306720

Meinl Percussion Aluminum Series Doumbek - Medium-Large Handdrum - Synthetic Head - Diameter 8.5 Inches - Hand Engraved - Aluminum, Multicoloured (HE-3018)

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