Mondo Djembe Drumhead Replacement And Tuning

Remo Mondo key-tuned djembes are tensioned to perform right out of the box. Some professional players will match the open/bass tone to the root note of an ensemble. In most cases though, it's player preference based off desired response and pitch. The looser the head, the lower the tone/response...tighter the head, the higher response/pitch.

How to Change a Mondo Drumhead

1. Remove drum tuning rods in a crisscross method until all of them are loose.
2. Completely remove all tuning  parts (drum rods, washer and claw hooks)
3. Remove the drumhead and wipe the drum bearing edge with a towel to remove any dust particles
4. Place the new drumhead on drum and locate the Remo Crown on the Mondo™ drumhead opposite the front badge on drum shell.
5. Reassemble drum rods, washers and claw hooks on Djembe
6. Finger tighten all drum rods around the drum in a crisscross method.

Tuning Your Mondo Djembe

1. After all drum rods are finger tighten begin tuning using a crisscross method.
2. Starting with drum rod #1 give a whole turn clockwise and continue till you complete tuning each point. You may need to repeat this a few times depending on how high you like the drum pitch to be.
3. Once you start feeling a little resistance give it half turn following the same pattern.
4. Check the pitch by tapping the rim over each tuning point so you can hear the high frequencies. Try to match the pitch around the entire drum.

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NOTE: The Mondo™ Drumhead is very durable and will last a long time. It is a replaceable drumhead and will stretch throughout the life of the drum and will need to be replaced.

When to Replace the Drumhead

You'll know it's time to replace it when the claw hook is almost bottomed out and aligns with the red line (see image below) on the tuning bracket, meaning you can't tighten it anymore.