8400 Series pre-tuned Renaissance frame drum are provided with a thumb notch on the 12”, 14”, 16” and 22” drums, and four holes located around the circumference of the ACOUSTICON™ shell

All frame drums are equipped with a Remo drumhead and are manufactured with RemO's patented ACOUSTICON shell that produce the same tonal characteristic found on traditional wood shell drums with excellent projection and enhanced low-pitched fundamentals. The results… the Remo frame drum is light weight, durable, weather-resistant and easy to play which means you'll have countless hours jamming on your new instrument .

History
The Frame drum originates in the Middle East and is among the oldest of drums. Frame drums can be played using a traditional style with fingers, striking edge of drum producing a "tak" tone. It can also be held with one hand and played with a soft mallet or straddled between the knees like a bongo drum. Whether you are a professional drummer or just want to have fun at a drum circle with family or friends, the Remo frame drum will meet your needs.