Tibetan Chöd Damaru

Size: 24 cm Diameter

The Chöd Damaru is one of the most revered ritual drums in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. Larger than the classic meditation Damaru, this instrument is inextricably linked to the practice of Chöd — literally "to cut" — transmitted by the great mahasiddha Machig Labdrön (1055–1149) and rooted in the teachings of Prajnaparamita.

In Chöd practice, the sound of the Damaru resonates as the voice of impermanence: each beat of the clappers reminds the practitioner of the illusory nature of the self and invites the dissolution of attachment to the ego. The drum is played in synchronicity with the Kangling (femur trumpet) and the chanting of dohas, creating a ritual atmosphere that invokes dakas and dakinis — wisdom beings — to participate in the great feast of offering body, mind, and all attachments.

Traditional Use

The Chöd Damaru is held in the right hand, with the handle supported by the palm. By rhythmically rotating the wrist, the two clappers alternately strike the skins on both sides, producing the characteristic pulsating sound. The practice traditionally takes place in solitary locations — cemeteries, forests, mountains — considered auspicious for confronting deep fears and dissolving mental projections.

Features

• Double-bowl shape with stretched and glued skins, typical of the Tibetan tradition
• Central ornamental band decorated with traditional motifs
• Handle with tail (rgyud) for a stable and balanced grip during practice
• Knotted fabric clappers, calibrated for a full and resonant sound
• Includes a padded case for storing and transporting the drum and tail

An authentic and handcrafted object, made according to the canons of the Tibetan tradition. Suitable for both advanced spiritual practice and collections of Himalayan sacred art.