Akatsuki Series (暁)

Description: Hiradaiko African Padauk (Solid Wood Kurinuki)

African Padauk – The Rising Star in Tradition

Due to the limited availability and high cost of Japanese Keyaki wood, African Padauk has gradually become an excellent alternative material for crafting Hiradaiko. The hardness of African Padauk is close to that of Japanese Keyaki, providing exceptional sound quality and durability, while also being more affordable. In recent years, with a significant increase in supply, African Padauk has emerged as an ideal choice for taiko making.

Unparalleled Acoustic Performance

Taiko drums made from African Padauk are renowned for their superior sound quality. The dense structure of Padauk wood allows for rich resonance and sustained reverberation, producing deep and powerful tones that make it stand out among other materials. The natural grain of Padauk adds unique visual appeal to the taiko, imparting a sense of gravitas and presence. Owning a taiko made from African Padauk is not only a precious traditional craft but also a more accessible choice.

Key Features

• Exquisite Craftsmanship:Crafted from highly respected African Padauk, ensuring that the taiko meets exceptional quality standards.
• Deep Resonant Sound:The solid wood body, shaped using traditional hollowing techniques, produces deep and lasting tones.
• Single-Piece Construction:This taiko is carved from a single block of Padauk wood, enhancing its durability and sound quality, a hallmark of traditional taiko craftsmanship.
• Authentic Taiko:This is not just any taiko, but a genuine one rooted in centuries-old tradition, made from the finest African Padauk.

Materials & Construction

• Body:African Padauk, solid wood hollow structure (Kurinuki)
• Skin:Genuine cowhide
• Order Processing Time:30-60 business days

Wood Grain

As the wood is naturally grown, each product’s wood grain may differ slightly from the photos. These unique variations make every product one of a kind.

Color

Due to differences in lighting during photography and display settings, the actual product color may vary slightly from the photos.

Custom Colors

If you have specific color requirements, please note them in your order and send us an email with your desired color sample. We will respond promptly to confirm whether we can fulfill your request. Please note that custom colors may incur additional charges, which will be detailed in our email response.

Sound

Our Hiradaiko leaves the factory tuned to a high pitch, and with continued play, the sound will gradually deepen and gain more complexity.

Weight

Hiradaiko is made from natural wood, so even the same product may vary in weight due to natural differences in the wood.

Image Product Proportion

The photo shows a 1.3 Shaku-sized Hiradaiko, and other sizes may have slight differences in proportion.

Size Reference:

• 1.0 Shaku: Diameter 30cm / Height 13cm
• 1.1 Shaku: Diameter 33cm / Height 14cm
• 1.2 Shaku: Diameter 36cm / Height 16cm
• 1.3 Shaku: Diameter 39cm / Height 17cm
• 1.4 Shaku: Diameter 42cm / Height 19cm
• 1.5 Shaku: Diameter 45cm / Height 20cm
• 1.6 Shaku: Diameter 48cm / Height 21cm
• 1.7 Shaku: Diameter 51cm / Height 22cm
• 1.8 Shaku: Diameter 54cm / Height 23cm
• 1.9 Shaku: Diameter 57cm / Height 26cm
• 2.0 Shaku: Diameter 60cm / Height 27cm
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