Remo Buffalo Drums combine modern synthetic drum technology with the familiar hand-held feel of a frame drum. Available with Fiberskyn® 3 and Comfort Sound Technology® drumheads, they offer a stable, resonant playing response with far less sensitivity to humidity than natural-hide drums.
Popular for Reiki drumming, contemporary shamanic journeying, sound healing, meditation, ceremony and group rhythm, Remo Buffalo Drums are lightweight, practical and easy to transport. Their climate-stable construction also makes them particularly useful for retreats, outdoor practice and environments where heat or moisture can affect a traditional skin drum.
Selected models use Remo’s ACOUSTICON® shells and are supplied with rope-style handles and soft mallets. Available sizes, drumhead technologies and specifications vary between models.
Founded by percussion innovator Remo Belli, Remo is internationally recognised for developing modern drumhead and shell technology used by musicians and practitioners around the world.
Remo Buffalo Drums — Sizes, Materials & Choosing the Right Model
Remo Buffalo Drums are designed for people who want the familiar feel of a hand-held frame drum with the consistency of modern synthetic materials.
Whether choosing a Remo Buffalo Drum for ceremony, Reiki drumming, journeying, sound work or group rhythm, the range offers a practical alternative to natural hide while retaining the physical presence and simplicity that make frame drums so appealing.
For some practitioners, a Remo Buffalo Drum becomes a dependable ceremonial drum; for others, it is simply a beautifully straightforward instrument for rhythm, meditation and shared sound.
About Remo Buffalo Drums
Founded by Remo Belli, Remo became internationally known for developing modern drumhead and shell technologies.
The Buffalo Drum range brings that experience into a portable frame-drum format using synthetic heads and lightweight construction.
Rather than reproducing natural skin exactly, these drums offer their own playing character — stable, accessible and well suited to regular use indoors, outdoors and while travelling.
Fiberskyn® Drumheads
Many Remo Buffalo Drums use Fiberskyn® synthetic drumheads.
Fiberskyn® is designed to offer a warm visual and tonal character without using natural animal hide.
It also reacts far less dramatically to changing humidity than a traditional skin drum, which can be especially useful in the UK climate, on retreat or when moving between indoor and outdoor spaces.
Exact drumhead construction varies by model, so individual product listings should always be checked for the current specification.
Comfort Sound Technology® Drums
Selected Remo Buffalo Drum models use Comfort Sound Technology®.
These drums offer a different playing character from classic Fiberskyn® versions and may appeal to people looking for a softer or more controlled response.
Feel and tone vary between models, so it is worth comparing the individual product descriptions rather than assuming every Remo Buffalo Drum will sound or respond in exactly the same way.
ACOUSTICON® Shells
Selected Buffalo Drums are made using Remo's ACOUSTICON® shell technology.
The lightweight construction helps keep the drum manageable while providing a stable circular frame and responsive playing surface.
This can be especially useful during longer meditation sessions, Reiki work, workshops, drum circles and ceremonial practice where holding comfort matters.
Remo Buffalo Drum Original
The Original Remo Buffalo Drum is the familiar grey-and-white Fiberskyn® style associated with the range.
It is available in selected sizes including 14″, 16″ and 22″, depending on current stock.
The Original is a versatile choice for people wanting a straightforward synthetic Remo frame drum for ceremony, meditation, Reiki drumming, journeying or group rhythm.
The Remo Bahia Buffalo Drum has a darker visual style and a different playing character from the Original range.
Selected models are available in 14″ and 16″ sizes.
For people comparing Remo drums by feel as well as appearance, the Bahia range offers another option within the same broad synthetic frame-drum family.
A 16″ drum offers a useful balance between portability and playing surface.
A 22″ drum has a larger physical presence and broader playing area, which can appeal to people using the drum in groups or ceremony.
The largest drum is not automatically the best choice.
Think about how long you expect to hold it, whether you travel with it, the size of your hands and the kind of space in which you will be playing.
Sound & Playing Feel
Remo Buffalo Drums are designed to offer a stable, responsive playing surface.
A soft mallet produces a rounded attack that suits repetitive rhythm, meditation and group work.
Different diameters and drumhead technologies naturally create different tonal characters, so if sound is your main consideration, compare the individual product descriptions rather than choosing on size alone.
Vegan-Friendly Synthetic Construction
The synthetic drumheads used across the Buffalo Drum range avoid natural animal hide.
For customers specifically seeking a vegan-friendly drum, this is one of the strongest reasons to choose Remo.
Where complete vegan confirmation is important, check the individual product specification for every component and supplied accessory.
Weather Resistance & Climate Stability
One of the practical strengths of the Remo Buffalo Drum range is its reduced sensitivity to humidity.
Natural-hide drums can tighten or loosen noticeably as temperature and moisture change.
Synthetic heads are generally much more stable, making them useful for retreats, workshops, outdoor ceremonies and travel.
They should still be treated with care.
Weather-resistant does not mean waterproof, and prolonged rain, extreme heat or damp storage can still damage an instrument.
Reiki Drumming, Journeying & Sound Work
Remo Buffalo Drums are widely used within Reiki drumming, contemporary shamanic journeying, sound healing, meditation and ceremonial rhythm.
Their stable synthetic heads and portable format make them particularly practical where a simple repeated pulse, reliable tension and ease of travel matter.
Sweat Lodge & Humid Environments
Synthetic heads can also be useful in selected sweat lodge or high-humidity environments because they are less prone to losing tension than natural skin.
This can make Remo Buffalo Drums a practical choice where heat and moisture are part of the setting.
They should not be treated as waterproof or heat-proof, and appropriate care remains important after use.
Remo Buffalo Drums for Beginners
Remo Buffalo Drums are approachable because a simple steady pulse is enough to begin.
You do not need advanced percussion technique for meditation, Reiki drumming, journeying or group rhythm.
Over time you can explore strike position, dynamics, tempo and more complex rhythmic patterns while retaining the simplicity that makes a frame drum so versatile.
Rope Handles & Mallets
Many Remo Buffalo Drums use a rear rope-style handle, allowing the drum to be supported while keeping the front playing surface clear.
Selected models are supplied with a soft mallet.
Exact handle design and included accessories can vary, so always check the individual product listing before ordering.
Remo Buffalo Drums vs Natural Skin Frame Drums
Remo Buffalo Drums and natural-hide frame drums offer two quite different experiences.
Remo Buffalo Drums offer synthetic construction, greater climate stability and an animal-free drumhead.
Natural Skin Frame Drums respond more noticeably to humidity and temperature and may appeal to people drawn to natural materials, traditional construction and a more variable tonal character.
Sacred Essence stocks a considered selection of Remo Buffalo Drums across different sizes and models.
We also specialise in instruments used within meditation, sound work, ritual and contemporary spiritual practice, allowing you to explore Remo drums alongside natural-hide frame drums, singing bowls, rattles, bells, chimes and other complementary instruments.
Same-day UK dispatch is available where shown on the individual product.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Remo Buffalo Drum?
A Remo Buffalo Drum is a modern hand-held frame drum using a synthetic drumhead and lightweight shell construction.
Are Remo Buffalo Drums vegan?
Their drumheads are synthetic rather than animal hide. If full vegan confirmation is important, check every material and accessory on the individual product listing.
What sizes are available?
Sacred Essence stocks selected Remo Buffalo Drums in sizes including 14″, 16″ and 22″, depending on model and availability.
What is Fiberskyn®?
Fiberskyn® is Remo's synthetic drumhead material designed to provide a warm visual and playing character without using natural animal skin.
What is Comfort Sound Technology®?
Comfort Sound Technology® is used on selected Remo models and provides a different playing response from standard Fiberskyn® designs.
Are Remo Buffalo Drums suitable for Reiki drumming?
Yes. They are widely used within contemporary Reiki drumming because they are lightweight, stable and easy to play with a repeated pulse.
Can they be used for shamanic journeying?
Yes. Contemporary practitioners often use Remo Buffalo Drums for repetitive journeying rhythms, although the drums themselves are modern manufactured instruments rather than authentic ceremonial drums from a specific Indigenous lineage.
Can Remo Buffalo Drums be used in sweat lodges?
Their synthetic heads are generally more stable than natural hide in humid conditions, which can make them practical for selected sweat lodge environments. They should still be protected from excessive moisture and heat.
Are Remo Buffalo Drums waterproof?
No. They are more resistant to humidity than natural-hide drums but should not be treated as waterproof.
Do Remo Buffalo Drums come with a mallet?
Many models do, but included accessories vary. Check the individual product description for confirmation.
Which Remo Buffalo Drum should I choose?
Choose by a combination of size, playing comfort, portability and the tonal character of the particular model rather than diameter alone.
Where can I buy Remo Buffalo Drums in the UK?
Sacred Essence stocks a selected range of Remo Buffalo Drums in the UK, with individual models, sizes and current availability shown above.
Explore Remo Buffalo Drums
Browse our current Remo Buffalo Drum range above, including Original, Bahia and Comfort Sound Technology® models where available.
Explore Sacred Essence in person at our Coniston shop. Please check availability before travelling for a particular Remo model or size.
Please Note
Remo Buffalo Drums are modern synthetic frame drums.
References to Reiki, sound healing, grounding, journeying or ceremonial practice describe contemporary spiritual and wellbeing uses rather than guaranteed medical or psychological effects.
Synthetic drumheads are more resistant to changes in humidity than natural hide, but they should not be described as fully waterproof, weather-proof or unaffected by extreme conditions.
Remo Buffalo Drums — Sizes, Materials & Choosing the Right Model
Remo Buffalo Drums are designed for people who want the familiar feel of a hand-held frame drum with the consistency of modern synthetic materials.
Whether choosing a Remo Buffalo Drum for ceremony, Reiki drumming, journeying, sound work or group rhythm, the range offers a practical alternative to natural hide while retaining the physical presence and simplicity that make frame drums so appealing.
For some practitioners, a Remo Buffalo Drum becomes a dependable ceremonial drum; for others, it is simply a beautifully straightforward instrument for rhythm, meditation and shared sound.
About Remo Buffalo Drums
Founded by Remo Belli, Remo became internationally known for developing modern drumhead and shell technologies.
The Buffalo Drum range brings that experience into a portable frame-drum format using synthetic heads and lightweight construction.
Rather than reproducing natural skin exactly, these drums offer their own playing character — stable, accessible and well suited to regular use indoors, outdoors and while travelling.
Fiberskyn® Drumheads
Many Remo Buffalo Drums use Fiberskyn® synthetic drumheads.
Fiberskyn® is designed to offer a warm visual and tonal character without using natural animal hide.
It also reacts far less dramatically to changing humidity than a traditional skin drum, which can be especially useful in the UK climate, on retreat or when moving between indoor and outdoor spaces.
Exact drumhead construction varies by model, so individual product listings should always be checked for the current specification.
Comfort Sound Technology® Drums
Selected Remo Buffalo Drum models use Comfort Sound Technology®.
These drums offer a different playing character from classic Fiberskyn® versions and may appeal to people looking for a softer or more controlled response.
Feel and tone vary between models, so it is worth comparing the individual product descriptions rather than assuming every Remo Buffalo Drum will sound or respond in exactly the same way.
ACOUSTICON® Shells
Selected Buffalo Drums are made using Remo's ACOUSTICON® shell technology.
The lightweight construction helps keep the drum manageable while providing a stable circular frame and responsive playing surface.
This can be especially useful during longer meditation sessions, Reiki work, workshops, drum circles and ceremonial practice where holding comfort matters.
Remo Buffalo Drum Original
The Original Remo Buffalo Drum is the familiar grey-and-white Fiberskyn® style associated with the range.
It is available in selected sizes including 14″, 16″ and 22″, depending on current stock.
The Original is a versatile choice for people wanting a straightforward synthetic Remo frame drum for ceremony, meditation, Reiki drumming, journeying or group rhythm.
The Remo Bahia Buffalo Drum has a darker visual style and a different playing character from the Original range.
Selected models are available in 14″ and 16″ sizes.
For people comparing Remo drums by feel as well as appearance, the Bahia range offers another option within the same broad synthetic frame-drum family.
A 16″ drum offers a useful balance between portability and playing surface.
A 22″ drum has a larger physical presence and broader playing area, which can appeal to people using the drum in groups or ceremony.
The largest drum is not automatically the best choice.
Think about how long you expect to hold it, whether you travel with it, the size of your hands and the kind of space in which you will be playing.
Sound & Playing Feel
Remo Buffalo Drums are designed to offer a stable, responsive playing surface.
A soft mallet produces a rounded attack that suits repetitive rhythm, meditation and group work.
Different diameters and drumhead technologies naturally create different tonal characters, so if sound is your main consideration, compare the individual product descriptions rather than choosing on size alone.
Vegan-Friendly Synthetic Construction
The synthetic drumheads used across the Buffalo Drum range avoid natural animal hide.
For customers specifically seeking a vegan-friendly drum, this is one of the strongest reasons to choose Remo.
Where complete vegan confirmation is important, check the individual product specification for every component and supplied accessory.
Weather Resistance & Climate Stability
One of the practical strengths of the Remo Buffalo Drum range is its reduced sensitivity to humidity.
Natural-hide drums can tighten or loosen noticeably as temperature and moisture change.
Synthetic heads are generally much more stable, making them useful for retreats, workshops, outdoor ceremonies and travel.
They should still be treated with care.
Weather-resistant does not mean waterproof, and prolonged rain, extreme heat or damp storage can still damage an instrument.
Reiki Drumming, Journeying & Sound Work
Remo Buffalo Drums are widely used within Reiki drumming, contemporary shamanic journeying, sound healing, meditation and ceremonial rhythm.
Their stable synthetic heads and portable format make them particularly practical where a simple repeated pulse, reliable tension and ease of travel matter.
Sweat Lodge & Humid Environments
Synthetic heads can also be useful in selected sweat lodge or high-humidity environments because they are less prone to losing tension than natural skin.
This can make Remo Buffalo Drums a practical choice where heat and moisture are part of the setting.
They should not be treated as waterproof or heat-proof, and appropriate care remains important after use.
Remo Buffalo Drums for Beginners
Remo Buffalo Drums are approachable because a simple steady pulse is enough to begin.
You do not need advanced percussion technique for meditation, Reiki drumming, journeying or group rhythm.
Over time you can explore strike position, dynamics, tempo and more complex rhythmic patterns while retaining the simplicity that makes a frame drum so versatile.
Rope Handles & Mallets
Many Remo Buffalo Drums use a rear rope-style handle, allowing the drum to be supported while keeping the front playing surface clear.
Selected models are supplied with a soft mallet.
Exact handle design and included accessories can vary, so always check the individual product listing before ordering.
Remo Buffalo Drums vs Natural Skin Frame Drums
Remo Buffalo Drums and natural-hide frame drums offer two quite different experiences.
Remo Buffalo Drums offer synthetic construction, greater climate stability and an animal-free drumhead.
Natural Skin Frame Drums respond more noticeably to humidity and temperature and may appeal to people drawn to natural materials, traditional construction and a more variable tonal character.
Sacred Essence stocks a considered selection of Remo Buffalo Drums across different sizes and models.
We also specialise in instruments used within meditation, sound work, ritual and contemporary spiritual practice, allowing you to explore Remo drums alongside natural-hide frame drums, singing bowls, rattles, bells, chimes and other complementary instruments.
Same-day UK dispatch is available where shown on the individual product.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Remo Buffalo Drum?
A Remo Buffalo Drum is a modern hand-held frame drum using a synthetic drumhead and lightweight shell construction.
Are Remo Buffalo Drums vegan?
Their drumheads are synthetic rather than animal hide. If full vegan confirmation is important, check every material and accessory on the individual product listing.
What sizes are available?
Sacred Essence stocks selected Remo Buffalo Drums in sizes including 14″, 16″ and 22″, depending on model and availability.
What is Fiberskyn®?
Fiberskyn® is Remo's synthetic drumhead material designed to provide a warm visual and playing character without using natural animal skin.
What is Comfort Sound Technology®?
Comfort Sound Technology® is used on selected Remo models and provides a different playing response from standard Fiberskyn® designs.
Are Remo Buffalo Drums suitable for Reiki drumming?
Yes. They are widely used within contemporary Reiki drumming because they are lightweight, stable and easy to play with a repeated pulse.
Can they be used for shamanic journeying?
Yes. Contemporary practitioners often use Remo Buffalo Drums for repetitive journeying rhythms, although the drums themselves are modern manufactured instruments rather than authentic ceremonial drums from a specific Indigenous lineage.
Can Remo Buffalo Drums be used in sweat lodges?
Their synthetic heads are generally more stable than natural hide in humid conditions, which can make them practical for selected sweat lodge environments. They should still be protected from excessive moisture and heat.
Are Remo Buffalo Drums waterproof?
No. They are more resistant to humidity than natural-hide drums but should not be treated as waterproof.
Do Remo Buffalo Drums come with a mallet?
Many models do, but included accessories vary. Check the individual product description for confirmation.
Which Remo Buffalo Drum should I choose?
Choose by a combination of size, playing comfort, portability and the tonal character of the particular model rather than diameter alone.
Where can I buy Remo Buffalo Drums in the UK?
Sacred Essence stocks a selected range of Remo Buffalo Drums in the UK, with individual models, sizes and current availability shown above.
Explore Remo Buffalo Drums
Browse our current Remo Buffalo Drum range above, including Original, Bahia and Comfort Sound Technology® models where available.
Explore Sacred Essence in person at our Coniston shop. Please check availability before travelling for a particular Remo model or size.
Please Note
Remo Buffalo Drums are modern synthetic frame drums.
References to Reiki, sound healing, grounding, journeying or ceremonial practice describe contemporary spiritual and wellbeing uses rather than guaranteed medical or psychological effects.
Synthetic drumheads are more resistant to changes in humidity than natural hide, but they should not be described as fully waterproof, weather-proof or unaffected by extreme conditions.
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