Vintage handmade Bendir Vintage

Authentic vintage North African bendir, handcrafted using traditional methods with a natural animal skin head and internal sympathetic strings.

This instrument features a 33 cm (13”) diameter frame, an 8 cm deep shell, and three traditional gut-style strings mounted beneath the playing surface. These strings vibrate sympathetically with the drumhead, producing the characteristic buzzing resonance that distinguishes the bendir from other frame drums.

The shell is entirely covered in natural skin and includes the traditional side thumb hole for comfortable playing. The drum displays the beautiful patina, wear, and character expected from an older handmade instrument.

Originally used throughout Morocco, Algeria, and Tunisia in traditional folk, Berber, Gnawa, and Sufi music, the bendir remains one of the most iconic percussion instruments of North Africa.

Specifications

• Traditional North African Bendir
• Handmade construction
• Natural skin drumhead
• Three sympathetic strings
• Diameter: 33 cm / 13”
• Depth: 8 cm / 3.15”
• Side thumb hole
• Vintage instrument
• Good overall condition with normal age-related wear

Sound

Warm, earthy, organic tone with the distinctive buzzing resonance produced by the internal strings. Excellent for traditional music, world percussion, recording sessions, meditation, sound healing, and collectors of ethnic instruments.

A genuine vintage example with authentic character and craftsmanship.

Shipping and insurance will be charged at actual cost, based on the buyer’s location and preferred delivery service.

Authentic vintage North African bendir, handcrafted using traditional methods with a natural animal skin head and internal sympathetic strings.

This instrument features a 33 cm (13”) diameter frame, an 8 cm deep shell, and three traditional gut-style strings mounted beneath the playing surface. These strings vibrate sympathetically with the drumhead, producing the characteristic buzzing resonance that distinguishes the bendir from other frame drums.

The shell is entirely covered in natural skin and includes the traditional side thumb hole for comfortable playing. The drum displays the beautiful patina, wear, and character expected from an older handmade instrument.

Originally used throughout Morocco, Algeria, and Tunisia in traditional folk, Berber, Gnawa, and Sufi music, the bendir remains one of the most iconic percussion instruments of North Africa.

Specifications

• Traditional North African Bendir
• Handmade construction
• Natural skin drumhead
• Three sympathetic strings
• Diameter: 33 cm / 13”
• Depth: 8 cm / 3.15”
• Side thumb hole
• Vintage instrument
• Good overall condition with normal age-related wear

Sound

Warm, earthy, organic tone with the distinctive buzzing resonance produced by the internal strings. Excellent for traditional music, world percussion, recording sessions, meditation, sound healing, and collectors of ethnic instruments.

A genuine vintage example with authentic character and craftsmanship.

Shipping and insurance will be charged at actual cost, based on the buyer’s location and preferred delivery service.