Parts of a Talking Drum

Apa/Towel
Talking drum handle. Used to place drum on the shoulder.

Osan
The tension cord. Varies the tone by squeezing.

Odo-ilu
This is made from wood.

Idelu/ Tuning rope
This is the rope tied on a wood . It is used to soften a strong tension cord.

Eegi / Brim
The round chain on the edge of a talking drum.

Oju ilu
The face of the talking drum the player beats. He or she must focus on the centre only.