I purchased the HAPI Slim in A Major and I absolutely love this drum. The sound it produces is very clear and extremely relaxing, as my friends have told me. Playing it is easy, fun, and a great way to spend some down time. There is literally no way to make this instrument sound bad. When it's in my budget I will very likely purchase another drum.

The drum is the drummiest!

I love the calming sound of this drum. When I first got it, I played it for an hour nonstop! I start and end each day playing, and it is very relaxing. I purchased the drum not only for myself, but with the intention of using it with my hospice patients (I'm a hospice Chaplain) to bring a calming, musical experience to them that THEY could create: they love it as well! The size is perfect for sitting in their lap, whether they are sitting up in a chair, or in bed - and the mallets are just the right size, and produce a rich and full sound.

Play it everyday. The family is fascinated by it!