The Meinl HEAD-137 darbuka head replaces the head on 8 3/4-inch Artisan Edition doumbeks, in a black finish.
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Give your doumbek a fresh sound with the Meinl darbuka head for the Artisan Edition Egypt. This replacement head is designed for Meinl doumbeks from the Artisan Edition range. It is fitted when the old head is worn or damaged.
The Meinl darbuka head is advertised as very durable. It has a black finish, in the style of the brand’s Egypt models. It is sold in the 8 3/4-inch size, the size of Artisan Edition doumbeks. A new, well-stretched head brings back crisp teks and clear dums.
It has the reference HEAD-137 at Meinl Percussion. Before ordering, check that your darbuka accepts this diameter. The Meinl darbuka head is above all a spare part for players who already own a Meinl Artisan doumbek.
Review written by the Air d’Orient team · Updated on 19 September 2026
We have read buyers’ feedback on this Meinl darbuka head to pick out what comes up most often, good and not so good.
Where we lean: for a player who has a Meinl Artisan Edition doumbek and wants to change the head, this is the original part. For a clearer sound, the clear HEAD-138 version below is another option. For other accessories, browse our oriental instruments section.
Darbuka heads come from several brands. Here is how this Meinl darbuka head compares with three other models among the most in demand.
| Head | Size | Finish | Ideal for |
|---|---|---|---|
| HEAD-137 Meinl · this head |
8 3/4 inches | Black | Artisan doumbek |
| HEAD-138 Meinl |
8 3/4 inches | Clear | Artisan doumbek |
| Diamond 3-head set Wambooka |
8.75 inches | 3 finishes | Changing the sound |
| HEAD-136 Meinl |
21 cm | White | Another size |
The clear Meinl Artisan Edition HEAD-138 head has the same 8 3/4-inch size, in a clear finish. It is aimed at the same Artisan doumbeks. The choice comes down to the look: black for the HEAD-137, clear for the HEAD-138.
The Wambooka Diamond 3-head set brings together three 8.75-inch heads: clear, Red Lava and Fiber Skin. It lets you try several sounds. For an original Meinl part, the HEAD-137 is a safer bet.
The white Meinl Artisan Edition HEAD-136 head is a white synthetic 21 cm head for the Artisan doumbek. It is aimed at a different diameter. Check the size of your instrument to choose between the two.
No, its ring is too large for an 8-inch darbuka. It is made for 8 3/4-inch doumbeks. Measure your instrument before buying.
This head is designed for Meinl Artisan Edition doumbeks. It comes in black, and the HEAD-138 in clear. Check the diameter of your model.
Both measure 8 3/4 inches and are aimed at Artisan doumbeks. The HEAD-137 is black, the HEAD-138 clear. The choice comes down mostly to the look.
Find more accessories for percussion in our oriental instruments section.
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| Brand | Meinl |
|---|---|
| Reference | HEAD-137 |
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Darbuka heads come from several brands. Here is how this Meinl darbuka head compares with three other models among the most in demand.
| Head | Size | Finish | Ideal for |
|---|---|---|---|
| HEAD-137 Meinl · this head |
8 3/4 inches | Black | Artisan doumbek |
| HEAD-138 Meinl |
8 3/4 inches | Clear | Artisan doumbek |
| Diamond 3-head set Wambooka |
8.75 inches | 3 finishes | Changing the sound |
| HEAD-136 Meinl |
21 cm | White | Another size |
The clear Meinl Artisan Edition HEAD-138 head has the same 8 3/4-inch size, in a clear finish. It is aimed at the same Artisan doumbeks. The choice comes down to the look: black for the HEAD-137, clear for the HEAD-138.
The Wambooka Diamond 3-head set brings together three 8.75-inch heads: clear, Red Lava and Fiber Skin. It lets you try several sounds. For an original Meinl part, the HEAD-137 is a safer bet.
The white Meinl Artisan Edition HEAD-136 head is a white synthetic 21 cm head for the Artisan doumbek. It is aimed at a different diameter. Check the size of your instrument to choose between the two.
Review written by the Air d’Orient team · Updated on 19 September 2026
We have read buyers’ feedback on this Meinl darbuka head to pick out what comes up most often, good and not so good.
Where we lean: for a player who has a Meinl Artisan Edition doumbek and wants to change the head, this is the original part. For a clearer sound, the clear HEAD-138 version below is another option. For other accessories, browse our oriental instruments section.
No, its ring is too large for an 8-inch darbuka. It is made for 8 3/4-inch doumbeks. Measure your instrument before buying.
This head is designed for Meinl Artisan Edition doumbeks. It comes in black, and the HEAD-138 in clear. Check the diameter of your model.
Both measure 8 3/4 inches and are aimed at Artisan doumbeks. The HEAD-137 is black, the HEAD-138 clear. The choice comes down mostly to the look.
Find more accessories for percussion in our oriental instruments section.
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