Remo - Ocean Drum

Description Let the sounds of the sea roll over you with the Remo Ocean Drum. From rolling waves to crashing surf, this ocean drum invites you to create an immersive sonic experience.   A soothing soundscape in your handsRemo’s evocative ocean drum is designed to engage the senses and calm the mind. Tap, tilt, or gently shake the drum to mimic the soft ripple of gentle waves or the deep crash of ocean surf. Crafted with Remo’s patented Acousticon® shell, made from 100% recycled wood fibers, and topped with Mylar® resonant drumheads on both sides, this double-sided frame drum is as beautiful as it is durable. Inside the shell, fine metal beads glide freely across the heads, creating layered sounds with every movement. The larger the drum, the deeper and more expansive the sound. The Remo Ocean Drum can be played by hand, with mallets, or used as a shaker – making it an incredibly versatile instrument. A creative and therapeutic tool, the ocean drum is ideal for sound healing, a backdrop to meditation, teaching, or adding atmospheric effects to music or performance. Origin: USA Materials: Oak Acousticon shell made from laminated wood fibres, mylar drumheads, and containing steel shot beads. Dimensions: The Remo Ocean Drum has a 2” shell, and is available in three sizes: 12″, 16”, 22″   Listen to the Remo Ocean Drums   All you need to know about Remo Ocean Drum What is an ocean drum?Ocean drums are percussion instruments designed to mimic the sound of the sea. Invented over fifty years ago by French composer and ornithologist Olivier Messiaen for his orchestral piece Des canyons aux étoiles, the ocean drum was originally called a “geophone”. Over time, musicians and instrument makers adapted this design to better mimic the sounds of the sea, leading to the evolution of the ocean drum.   How do I play my Remo Ocean Drum?You can play the Ocean Drum by tilting it slowly from side to side to recreate the sound of gentle waves, or by shaking and tapping it to simulate stronger surf. It can also be played with hands or soft mallets to explore rhythmic possibilities, or used as a shaker in ambient soundscapes.   Can the Ocean Drum be used in sound healing?Yes – ocean drums are often used in sound healing and meditation practices because of their calming, natural sound. Ocean drums’ soothing, wave-like tones are ideally suited for grounding and relaxation.   Explore our full range of frame drumsShop all frame drums Shop all sound healing instruments