.✨ "Shango" Handcrafted Beaded Gourd Shekere - 14" African & Latin Percussion ✨

Embrace the divine rhythm and power of Shango, the Yoruba King of Thunder and Lightning. Inspired by his fierce energy, this premium handcrafted Gourd Shekere features a striking contrast of bold red and crisp white wooden beads. Like a lightning bolt cutting through a fiery evening sky, the vibrant beadwork reflects an electrifying temperament, matching the powerful acoustic voice of the instrument.

Handcrafted from a masterfully selected, extra-large natural calabash gourd, this shekere delivers an authentic, rich, and vibrant sound. The premium wooden beads provide a warm, organic, and resonant texture, while the massive gourd belly adds a deep percussive punch. Perfect for world music, Latin/Afro percussion, studio recordings, or as a breathtaking spiritual art piece for your space.

📐 Item Specifications:

Theme: Shango (The Thunder King) — Red & White Design

Material: Selected Large Natural Gourd (Calabash), Durable Cord, Premium Wood Beads

Height: 14 inches (~36 cm)

Width/Diameter: 12 inches (~30.5 cm)

Circumference: 36 inches (~90 cm)

Weight: 1.7 lbs (810 grams) — Robust yet perfectly balanced for extended playing sessions.

🥁 Sound, Playability & Features:

Because the belly of this specific gourd is exceptionally large and wide, it creates an amplified acoustic chamber with incredible projection:

Deep Percussion Punch: Striking the bottom of the large gourd produces a satisfyingly deep, bass-heavy tone.

Crisp, Loud Shakes: Moving the bead net delivers sharp, crisp, and high-textured rhythmic accents that easily cut through any live mix.

🎛️ Adjustable Tension System: Equipped with a bottom tension cord system. This allows you to easily adjust the looseness or tightness of the bead net, letting you fully customize the response and crispness to match your personal playing style.

🎁 An Extraordinary Gift

This "Shango" shekere is a true masterpiece for professional world percussionists, drum circle enthusiasts, instrument collectors, and those connected to African spiritual traditions.

⚠️ Note: Since this is a 100% natural and handcrafted instrument, each piece has its own unique silhouette, natural surface character, and individual acoustic soul.

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