Cooperman offers two sizes of
Daff to expand our range of Persian inspired tambourine drums. The large, shallow shell makes for a “big” drum sound, while an extensive complement of four interlocked, light brass rings are used to create an additionally big jingle effect. The shell can be shaken to create a variety of shaker rhythms and flourishes. When played with a rhythmic, gymnastic rolling style, the rings tilt forward to touch the skin creating a variety of scraping and buzzing effects. The narrow bearing edge combined with a thin REMO synthetic head makes this drum surprisingly sensitive and precise for its size. The shell is steam bent hardwood, in either 16" or a larger 21" outside diameter x 2 5/8" deep, and is mounted with a REMO Renaissance or goatskin head; this daff is fitted with chains of interlocking rings (2 single rings stranded to a double ring).
