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Originally Posted by drumzealot  Define counterfeit.
When it comes to hand made drums like this there is no such thing as counterfeit. |
The only meaningful definition would be "inauthentic" i.e. not made by the appropriate culture. Many of the 'fakes' are still hand-made, only in Pakistan or Indonesia or whatever. Doesn't necessarily mean they are bad-sounding drums. But they aren't West African Jembes.
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If you are wondering if the drum is good you'll have to rope and head it, play it and decide. Handmade drums are so individually distinct they can only be assessed by playing them..
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Exactly. As a used drum being re-sold in the US, the original Senegalese craftsmen are either already compensated or already defrauded - one way or the other.
If this is the concern, the drummer should seek out a reputable importer and support native craftsmen directly - by buying a new drum.
If the concern is whether the drum is worth 50 bucks, it's hard to tell from just a photo, but I would say it probably is.