The Apitua Dundun Bell is a traditional hand forged iron bell from Ghana, also known as the Atoke, Apitua, Pod Bell, or Banana Bell, with a distinctive open pea pod shape. Ethically sourced and fairly traded, it produces both clear ringing tones and muted hand damped sounds, making it ideal for dancers to emphasise movement and musicians to accentuate rhythm. Supplied with a matching beater, it can also be attached to dundun, sangba, and kenkeni bass drums for traditional West African percussion. Handmade, fair trade, eco-friendly, and fun, this beautiful and sustainable iron bell is perfect for beginners. Not suitable for children under 5 years old.
Specifications
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Size
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19x4cm
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Weight
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200g
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Country of Origin
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Ghana
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Product Care
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Wipe with cloth
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Pitch
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High pitched
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Decay time
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67ms
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Dominant Frequency Range
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1.2khz - 13.9khz
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Frequency Range
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260hz - 20khz
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Peak decibels
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85db
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RMS decibels
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66db
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Loudness Rating
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8
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Difficulty Rating
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5
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Attack
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7ms
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Timbre Tone Colour
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Bright, metallic, and resonant
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Dynamic Range
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High
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Safety Warning
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Contains small parts. Not suitable for children without adult supervision.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the dun dun bell suitable for beginners?
Yes, the dun dun bell is suitable for beginners and is easy to play with basic rhythm skills.
How to play the dun dun bell?
Hold the bell in one hand and strike it with the metal beater to create sharp, rhythmic tones.
What are dun dun bells used for?
They are used in West African drumming to complement the dun dun drums and keep time in traditional rhythms.
