Udus
£89.00
(inc. VAT)
- LP Udu Drums possess distinct tonal qualities which range from subtle bass tones to soothing tabla-like tones. Their clay construction is based upon centuries-old African traditions. The name "Udu" has been derived from the Nigerian Ibo language, meaning "pottery".
- Each LP Udu Drum offers individual tonal values. They can be played by hitting any part of the drum with the palm of the hand or the finger tips. The textured surfaces provide additional tonal variations by creating rubbing sounds.
- The sound possibilities can be further expanded using the unique microphone ports found in each chamber. Small mics can be mounted for amplification and to capture the wondrous internal sounds.
- LP Udu Drums are generally played in a seated position with the drum on the player's lap. They can also be played on a table top or floor using the included straw ring stands.
- Tear drop shaped drums provide wet, liquidy sounds and easy playability
- Far right in picture
- 12inc H x 8inc W
£129.00
(inc. VAT)
- Developed by Frank Giorgini and percussionist Jamey Haddad
- Rounded low chamber has an alto range
- Triangular chamber has more bright and transparent sounds
- Similar to a clay tabla
- Each chamber has different textures that allow rubbing sounds to be added to the sound mix
- Udu pot drums originated among the Ibo people of West Africa in the area that is now Nigeria, and are found throughout the diaspora, primarily Brazil.
- Not very loud, so low annoyance factor, and often favoured by experimental percussionists
- It's an expressive instrument with a deep bass (like Indian tabla) from one hole, and mid tone 'wow' from the other hole
- The body can also be played, though that style is more associated with the Indian Ghattam