(619) 867-2320

Pasifika Drums and Custom Wood Carvings

Pasifika Drums and Custom Wood CarvingsPasifika Drums and Custom Wood CarvingsPasifika Drums and Custom Wood Carvings

Pasifika Drums and Custom Wood Carvings

Pasifika Drums and Custom Wood CarvingsPasifika Drums and Custom Wood CarvingsPasifika Drums and Custom Wood Carvings

(619) 867-2320

  • Home
  • Notable Work
  • Toeres and Sticks
  • Pahu Bass / Tonga Nafa
  • Faatete and Ihara
  • Pahu Tupai
  • Hawaiian Pahu and Puniu
  • Combos and Sets
  • Custom Drums
  • Restoration and Repairs
  • Stands and Stools
  • Carvings and Paintings
  • Basic Beats Vol.1 CD
  • 5 Foot Bass Drum
  • 8 Foot Prop Bass Drum
  • 6 Foot Fijian Lali Drum
  • Polynesian Drum Set
  • T-Shirts and Accessories
  • Reviews
  • Contact us

Hawaiian Pahu

 

Hawaiian Pahu are truly a voice of their own in the Hula Kahiko world. Unlike Tahitian drums, the Hawaiian Pahu stands on its own as it leads a Halau. Usually made from palm tree (based on availability), we also have the option to source similar soft woods if the size of palm is not available.  These options can be discussed upon order.


They are all topped with Cow skin to ensure proper sound quality. 

  • Lapaiki (small) 8",10", or 12" diameter x 12" tall: $399 USD
  • Medium: 10",12", or 14" diameter x 22" tall: $699 USD
  • Large: 14"- 17" diameter x 32" tall: $999 USD
  • X-Large: 20-25" diameter x 36-40" tall: $1299 USD


Want a custom size drum or custom rows and certain style of "fish scales" on the drum? Contact me! 

Click here for sound samples

Custom Lapaikis

Custom size medium Pahu

Custom "ancient" looking Pahus for Apple TV show

Bass Wood Pahus

  Our preferred alternative to palm however, would be Bass wood. Native to America and used by numerous Indigenous tribes, Bass wood has become our go too alternative and has been getting great reviews in both looks and sound. These Pahu come in all the sizes you see above. 

  • Please add $150 USD per drum to the costs shown above.

** Custom sizes, shapes, and carvings can be accommodated. Please contact me for all custom requests **


Mahogany Wood Pahus

 Apart from the standard Palm wood,  We also offer a premium wood option. Made from a Mahogany wood (our "Go too" wood for carvings and urns), These Pahu come in all the sizes you see above. 

  • Please add $300 USD per drum to the costs shown above.

** Custom sizes, shapes, and carvings can be accommodated. Please contact me for all custom requests **


Puniu and Ka

 Puniu coconut topped with goat skin. Tied around the leg with 17" length rope and played with a 9" Ka rope mallet.

*Custom bottom base requests can be made* 

  • $150 USD

Copyright © 2025 Pasifika Drums and Custom Wood Carvings - All Rights Reserved.

Powered by

  • Notable Work
  • Toeres and Sticks
  • Pahu Bass / Tonga Nafa
  • Faatete and Ihara
  • Pahu Tupai
  • Hawaiian Pahu and Puniu
  • Combos and Sets
  • Custom Drums
  • Restoration and Repairs
  • Stands and Stools
  • Carvings and Paintings
  • Basic Beats Vol.1 CD
  • 5 Foot Bass Drum
  • 8 Foot Prop Bass Drum
  • 6 Foot Fijian Lali Drum
  • Polynesian Drum Set
  • T-Shirts and Accessories
  • Reviews
  • Contact us