Frame Drum Vs. Hoop Drum: What's the Difference?

In this video, I discuss the difference between a hoop drum and a tar (commonly known as a frame drum). Many people learning finger techniques on the tar become frustrated when their hoop drum does not produce the same sound. I point out the design differences in the two types of drums, and reveal a hybrid solution that some drummers find satisfying.

See affiliate links below for tars and hoop drums:

The beautiful tar with the black drum head and vine overlay on the wood can be purchased through Cooperman Frame Drum Company. It is a handmade drum and can take four weeks or longer to make and ship. See the link below.

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[drnomad]

Finally! Someone who knows what they are talking about! Thank you!

[bernardinelermite]

I have a 15" hoop drum that I bought without really knowing the why and how. It turned out to be great for lap style playing (I'm not at all into the shamanic stuff, but more into relaxation with some transe inducing slow beats). I was looking for a drum with a deep organic sound, not too resonant (because of the neighbors), and I absolutely love the sound of it ! It's a goat skin drum and the only problem is that it is super reactive to temperature and hygrometry changes. I only play at home with it. The other point is that I cannot play it upright style due to its size and weight, and having no thumbhole. But I also have 2 Remo Fiberskyn (12" and 14") to play in any conditions, and up to now I'm super happy with my little drum family. 😊 Thanks for your videos : I appreciate how calm you speak, and how well you explain. You make it look and sound easier than it is ! 😅👍🏼

[lindagunzelmiller]

Answered many questions re frame drums. Thanks!

[WoodwindSpirit]

Thank God you decided to run a YouTube channel. 😍 So many helpful videos! 🙏✨

[BarbaraGail_drum_song_dance]

Nicely done, Bobi! 🌟🙌🏽🌟 Folks might wanna know that sometimes the Remo economy hand drums (the HD series you showed with the dark frame), don’t always come with the 4 holes. The last time we ordered lots, about 16 of them (12”, 14”, and 16”), none had the hole. 🤔

Holes can be drilled... But I’d go to someone who knows not only how to drill into a resin composite, but also who measures meticulously so that the holes are evenly spaced.

Hope you’ve shared this video in our women’s frame drum community on Facebook! 😊🙏🏽✨💖

[JohnJuddMusicStudio]

Hello there!! Excellent video. Thanks for sharing. Can you confirm what diameter that hoop drum that is?

[mkat]

The Amazon link you share doesn’t show the same Remo Tar you show 🤔

[iano]

Does anyone know what happened to Steve Kauder? His website beardrum is no more

[DeepMindfulness]

Appreciate the video (thought it’s bummer you promoted credit cards at the end. It definitely supports addiction all right.)

Thanks!

[mkat]

I wish Remo had the Tar you show with the holes

[danmusiceasy]

Someone showed me a shamanic drum once that sounded really well with hand drumming. I think if it's very well stretched out, it can sound good enough, and it also depends on the type of skin used. But still the disadvantage is that it can go low in pitch when it is wet outside, and then you have to stretch it again using a candle or fire or a hair dryer. Because professional frame drums are so expensive, I'm considering trying this option even if it's not ideal.

[kaybhee]

show both hands, , so we know how to make those sounds