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Product Specifications
- Material: Blue agave (Agave tequilana) flowerstalk
- Weight: 3kg
- Length: 186cm
- Key: G
- Mouthpiece: Beeswax, 80mm diameter
- Bell diameter: 90mm
- Finish: Natural shellac and resin varnish, inside and out
- Made by: Daniel Lindsey, Dragon’s Blood Didgeridoo, Victoria
Agave carries a fraction of the weight of eucalyptus in the same key, between a quarter and a half depending on the instrument. The tradeoff is stronger backpressure, which reinforces and sustains each note even under the extra effort a lower key demands.
Agave plants flower only once in their lifetime, sending up this tall stem before they die.
Size Guide
Length: 186cm
Bell diameter: 80mm
Weight: 3kg
Shipping & Returns
This instrument is available for in-store pickup in Melbourne at a reduced rate. Contact [email protected] before ordering to arrange collection.
We dispatch most orders on the same day and ship across Australia and worldwide. Metro deliveries in Australia usually arrive within 2–5 business days, and express options are available at checkout; regional and international timeframes depend on the destination. You’ll receive tracking details when your parcel is on its way.
Need to return your order? Let us know within seven days of delivery. Please keep the item unused and in its original condition. Full details are in our Shipping & Returns policy.
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FAQs
What is an agave didgeridoo made from?
An agave didgeridoo like Thunder is built from the flowerstalk of blue agave, Agave tequilana, sourced locally within Victoria, rather than the eucalyptus used in most Australian-made instruments. It carries between a quarter and a half the weight of a comparable eucalyptus didgeridoo in the same key.
Why is Thunder tuned to G?
G is one of the lowest keys Dragon’s Blood Didgeridoo builds, and at 186cm and 3kg, Thunder needs a genuinely deep, sustained breath to access its full power. The reward is a bass presence that’s dense and tactile, with enough depth to hold its own in both meditative and percussive playing styles.
Can Thunder be played percussively as well as droned?
Yes. Switching to percussive technique turns Thunder into a melodic kick drum that keeps its depth and resonance, giving a break from the drone’s intensity without losing power. This makes it suited to both meditative soundscape work and rhythmic, percussive styles in the same session.
How do I clean and care for an agave didgeridoo?
Wipe the outside with warm, slightly soapy water and a microfibre cloth to remove oils and marks. Keep it out of direct, hot sunlight, and avoid alcohol-based cleaning products, which react with the shellac and resin varnish finish.
Who makes Dragon’s Blood Didgeridoo instruments?
Every Dragon’s Blood Didgeridoo, including Thunder, is shaped and finished by Daniel Lindsey on Gadubanud and Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung country. Lindsey, who is not Aboriginal, builds with the blessing of an elder. In his own words, he pays his respects to elders past, present and emerging, and remains open to respectful dialogue and collaboration.
