Measuring in at 11 inches, this Tambora from MEINL is a truly special percussion instrument, made from rubber wood with a true skin buffalo head use for a clear, resonate and sharp sonic profile. Wooden beaters and a nylon strap are included to help musicians of all types of styles achieve perfect rhythm, channeling the culture of the Dominican Republic where the use of a Tambora drum is essential in creating the Merengue style of music.