"DIY" Taiko Price List
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"DIY" Taiko Tacks & Handles
Currently tacks (called "byou") and handles (called "kan") are available for "do-it-yourself" taiko makers. To determine the size and amount of tacks you will need for your taiko, use the 2 tables below. Remember to add 10 to 20 tacks to the amounts listed for bent tacks or miscalculations.
Table 1 - Thickness of Shell & Recommended Tack Size
5/8" Thick Shell - use mini (#5.0) or small (#5.5) tack only.
3/4" Thick Shell - small (#5.5) or medium (#6.0) tack. Medium tacks are recommended for shells 20" in diameter, or larger.
1" Thick shell - small (#5.5) for diameters smaller than 20". Medium (#6.0) tack for shell diameters over 20".
1-1/4" Thick shell, or thicker - medium (#6.0) for diameters smaller than 26". Large (#7.0) tacks for shells over 28" in diameter.
Table 2 - Drum Diameter & Number of Tacks (assumes 2 rows of tacks on both top & bottom skins)
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Diameter: |
12 inch |
14 inch |
16 inch |
18 inch |
20 inch |
22 inch |
24 inch |
26 inch |
28 inch |
30 inch |
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Small tacks: |
192 |
224 |
260 |
288 |
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Medium tacks*: |
260 |
280 |
300 |
320 |
336 |
344 |
360 |
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Large tacks*: |
316 |
328 |
336 |
352 |
(*For larger taiko, add 24 tacks for every 2 inches of diameter. Example: 32
inch drum = 376 Large tacks) Taiko Tack (byou) Prices - Imported from Japan. Square shank steel tacks with round caps, painted black. Mini - #5.0 (16mm long, 16mm tack head) = $250.00
per box (1,000 tacks per box), or .25 cents each. Small - #5.5 (17mm long, 17mm tack head) = $260.00
per box (900 tacks per box), or .29 cents each. Medium - #6.0 (20mm long, 20mm tack head) = $190.00
per box (600 tacks per box), or .32 cents each. Large - #7.0 (25mm long, 22mm tack head) = $190.00
per box (400 tacks per box), or .48 cents each. Taiko Handle (kan) Prices - Imported from Japan. Black steel ring handles with decorative black & brass plates. Traditional pin-mount design. Small (9 cm bracket) - for 12 to 17 inch diameter taiko = $95.00
per pair Medium (12 cm bracket) - for 18 to 28 inch taiko = $130.00
per pair Large - for Odaiko (over 34 inches) = Please ask for price & availability.
Taiko Bachi
Taiko Bachi (drum sticks)
We normally carry all the items listed on this page "in stock" at our store in the USA. The taiko bachi listed are made by Perfect Harmony. While we have determined these to be the most popular styles and sizes, from time to time we may add additional items. Please check back in the future for more bachi specials!
"Tatsu Bachi" (made in the USA)
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Bachi Type / Name: |
Diameter |
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Type of Wood |
Note |
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Percussion / Kane |
5/8" |
16" |
Hickory |
A hardwood percussion bachi in the style of a standard Latin percussion stick. Made of hickory and designed for use on bells, cymbals, wood blocks and other "narimono" used in taiko. |
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Shime Daiko (Short) |
3/4" |
14 1/4" |
Maple |
Smaller size, good for "namizuke" and #2 shime daiko. Average weight 4 oz per pair. We are using maple for our shimedaiko bachi. While maple is a slightly harder wood it keeps a much better rounded edge, even after hours of use. |
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Shime Daiko (Long) |
3/4" |
16" |
Maple |
Longer length and thicker diameter. Good for #3 and #4 shime daiko. Average weight 6 oz per pair. We are using maple for our shimedaiko bachi. While maple is a slightly harder wood it keeps a much better rounded edge, even after hours of use. |
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Kumi/Matsuri Bachi |
7/8" |
16" |
Maple |
This bachi is a good choice for "matsuri" or "sukeroku" style on taiko 19 inches in diameter or smaller. It can also be used to play larger shimedaiko (#4 and #5), as well as for playing taiko & shime together (like a drum kit). Average weight 8.5 oz per pair. Use maple if you like a slightly harder wood. |
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Nagadou (Hickory) |
1" |
16" |
Hickory |
Our "nagadou" bachi is the best size for all around playing. Made of hickory, a hardwood. This bachi is tough and will take a beating. Average weight 12 oz per pair. |
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Nagadou (Maple) |
1" |
16" |
Maple |
Made of maple, which is softer and lighter than hickory. Good for players who want to hit hard, with less stress on the taiko body. Average weight 10.5 oz per pair. |
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"Hachijo" Bachi (Hickory) |
1 1/4" |
19 1/2" |
Hickory |
Our "Hachijo" bachi is designed for songs where a longer bachi is required, and where the rim ("fuchi") is played. For example "Hachijo Daiko" style playing. Made of hickory, a hardwood. This bachi is tough and will take a beating. |
A note about Odaiko bachi - many people ask about oak or keyaki Odaiko bachi, these sticks will be very heavy! Before buying these bachi ask yourself - "how long am I going to play?" If you play an Odaiko piece that is more than 5 minutes long, we recommend that you do not play with heavy bachi - it will cause too much strain on your wrists.
Also, we do not recommend keyaki or oak sticks for songs where you hit the body or the rim (called the "fuchi" - or the "kara" sound) of the taiko, since you can dent or crack the taiko.
Atarigane, Chappa & Suzu
Atarigane (or Chanchiki) - the small bell that is used to keep time in taiko (pictured above, left). The special stick for playing is included.
Small (4 sun) = $70.00 (includes stick)
Large (4.5 sun) = $85.00 (includes stick)
Stick only = $18.00 each (imported from Japan)
Stick only = $14.00 each (made in the USA)
Chappa - small hand cymbals that are used to keep time and add accent to taiko (pictured above, right). Sold in pairs.
Small (4 sun) = $90.00 per pair
Large (5 sun) = $120.00 per pair
Kagura Suzu - hand held bells commonly used in Shinto ceremonies. These bells come in a beautiful tradional design, and make great narimono. There are 2 styles available: KS-5 (more bells, larger size) and KS-6 (smaller bells).
Small (KS-6) = $12.00 each
Large (KS-5) = $16.00 each
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