Bodhran is a simple and very old type of drum known as a frame drum. Frame drums by different names are found in many different countries around the world, including Algeria, Morocco, China, Russia, and Egypt. While most of these drums from different countries are similar in appearance or playing technique, Ireland's version, the Bodhran, has developed its own look and playing technique.

The Bodhran can vary in size from 15" to 22" in diameter, with 18" being the most common. The wooden rim or shell can be from 2" to 6". The head of the Bodhran can be made of deer, sheep, calf, goat, greyhound, or horse skin, although goat is the most common and favored material.
There has traditionally been a crosspiece of one or two bars mounted inside the shell. The purpose of the crosspiece is to make the Bodhran easier to handle, and enables the player to play and walk at the same time.
My Bodhran comes from famous Irish manufacturer: Walton family.