--- product_id: 75883641 title: "Saraswathi Jack Wood Thavil Pakhawaj Drum/South Indian Hand Percussion Dholak Folk & Carnatic Musical Instrument" brand: "saraswati" price: "¥96580" currency: JPY in_stock: false url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/75883641-saraswathi-jack-wood-thavil-pakhawaj-drum-south-indian-hand-percussion store_origin: JP region: Japan --- # Premium Jack Wood Shell Precise Dimensions: 19.5" Length Dual-Sided Hand Percussion Saraswathi Jack Wood Thavil Pakhawaj Drum/South Indian Hand Percussion Dholak Folk & Carnatic Musical Instrument **Brand:** saraswati **Price:** ¥96580 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🥁 Elevate Your Rhythm with Timeless South Indian Craftsmanship! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Saraswathi Jack Wood Thavil Pakhawaj Drum/South Indian Hand Percussion Dholak Folk & Carnatic Musical Instrument by saraswati - **How much does it cost?** ¥96580 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/75883641-saraswathi-jack-wood-thavil-pakhawaj-drum-south-indian-hand-percussion) ## Best For - saraswati enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted saraswati brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Ambidextrous & Ergonomic:** Designed for both right- and left-handed players, with comfortable playing posture options (sitting or shoulder-hung). - • **Hand-Beaten Acoustic Materials:** Crafted with traditional animal skins and hemp hoops, ensuring genuine Carnatic sound authenticity. - • **Authentic Jack Wood Craftsmanship:** Experience rich, resonant tones from solid jack fruit wood, prized for durability and superior sound quality. - • **Dual-Head Design for Dynamic Play:** Two distinct drum heads (15" and 10.5") offer versatile pitch control and expressive rhythm capabilities. - • **Cultural Icon of South Indian Music:** Essential for temple ceremonies, weddings, and classical Carnatic performances—join the legacy of rhythm masters. ## Overview The Saraswathi Jack Wood Thavil is a premium South Indian hand percussion instrument crafted from solid jack fruit wood, featuring dual drum heads with precise dimensions (19.5" length, 15" and 10.5" diameters). It uses traditional hand-beaten animal skins and hemp hoops to produce authentic Carnatic music tones. Ambidextrous and ergonomically designed, this thavil is perfect for professional musicians and cultural ceremonies, delivering rich, dynamic sound that honors centuries of musical heritage. ## Description Thavil is a traditional musical instrument of the ancient city of Thanjavur in Tamil Nadu. It is an integral part of the Carnatic music in Thanjavur. The thavil or tavil is a barrel (drum) shaped heavy hand percussion instrument from Tamil Nadu. It is used in temple, folk and Carnatic music, often accompanying the nadaswaram. The thavil and the nadaswaram are essential components of traditional festivals and ceremonies in South India. Thavil is the main musical instrument that provides rhythm to Carnatic music performances. It is made of Jack Wood. It is played from both the sides. The thavil consists of a cylindrical shell hollowed out of a solid block of jack fruit wood. Layers of animal skin (water buffalo on the right, goat on the left) are stretched across the two sides of the shell using hemp hoops attached to the shell. The right face of the instrument has a larger diameter than the left side, and the right drum head is stretched very tightly, while the left drum head is kept loose to allow pitch bending. The larger face is higher in pitch than the smaller face. The instrument is either played while sitting, or hung by a cloth strap (called nadai) from the shoulder of the player. The right head is played with the right hand, wrist and fingers. The player usually wears thumb caps on all the fingers of the right hand, made of hardened glue from maida flour. The left head is played with a short, thick stick made from the wood of the portia tree. It is not uncommon for left-handed players to use the opposite hands, and some nadaswaram groups feature both a right- and a left-handed thavil player. Specification:Material: Jack woodLength: 19.5 inchLeft Head Diameter: 10.5 inchRight Head Diameter: 15 inchCentre Diameter: 46.5 inch ## Features - This thavil is made of high quality jack wood. Dimension: Length: 19.5 Inch, Left Head Diameter: 10.5 Inch, Right Head Diameter:15 Inch, Centre Diameter: 46.5 Inch - Made of good quality hand beaten acoustic materials suitable for beginner to professional level players - Thavil is mainly used in presenting Carnatic music. It is the most important instrument used in Indian classical music - This pakhawaj drum guarantees a brilliant tone quality and produces soothing music. The selection of finest jack wood material ensures it sound at it’s best - This South Indian dholak is widely used in temples, marriages and other ceremonial functions in many parts of the world ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B073ZFKJ49 | | Body Material | Wood | | Brand Name | Saraswati | | Colour | Brown | | Customer Reviews | 5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars (1) | | Finish Type | Hand | | Hand Orientation | ambidextrous | | Item Type Name | Thavil | | Manufacturer | Saraswati | | Material Type | Jack Wood | | Model Name | SM002 | | Model Number | SM002 | | Number of Items | 7 | | Part Number | SM002 | | Sound Profile | Brilliant tone quality and soothing music | ## Product Details - **Body Material:** Wood - **Brand:** Saraswati - **Colour:** Brown - **Material:** Jack Wood - **Model Name:** SM002 ## Images ![Saraswathi Jack Wood Thavil Pakhawaj Drum/South Indian Hand Percussion Dholak Folk & Carnatic Musical Instrument - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51+-W3MxbKL.jpg) ![Saraswathi Jack Wood Thavil Pakhawaj Drum/South Indian Hand Percussion Dholak Folk & Carnatic Musical Instrument - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51mnwlU2w7L.jpg) ![Saraswathi Jack Wood Thavil Pakhawaj Drum/South Indian Hand Percussion Dholak Folk & Carnatic Musical Instrument - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51HePsVOTqL.jpg) ![Saraswathi Jack Wood Thavil Pakhawaj Drum/South Indian Hand Percussion Dholak Folk & Carnatic Musical Instrument - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51Ndhwa9K7L.jpg) ![Saraswathi Jack Wood Thavil Pakhawaj Drum/South Indian Hand Percussion Dholak Folk & Carnatic Musical Instrument - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51-S0xGrKuL.jpg) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.jp/products/75883641-saraswathi-jack-wood-thavil-pakhawaj-drum-south-indian-hand-percussion](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/75883641-saraswathi-jack-wood-thavil-pakhawaj-drum-south-indian-hand-percussion) --- *Product available on Desertcart Japan* *Store origin: JP* *Last updated: 2026-10-03*