Ashiko drum shells have been made using Vermont-harvested Cedar. Each drum pictured is 27" tall. The diameter (playing surface) is 12". Weight is 9 lbs.!! Ashiko drums are available in "Natural" or stained finishes. These drums produce "bright" high-tones and deep, resonant bass tones.  Check out some of Jay Cat's finest!

Two handcrafted Ashiko drums natural and stained.

•  Red stained handcrafted Ashiko drum.

•  Natural handcrafted Ashiko drum.

"Two hips and one hooray for Jay's beautiful Ashikos. I took one off his hands and I can't even begin to describe the craftmanship that these drums have in addition to their incredible sound. Anyone looking for a new drum should seriously consider Jay's Ashikos. He's excellent at making them! "
Matt S. (courtesy rec.music.phish)