Mridanga Price Guide: Fiber or Clay, Which Should You Buy?

4 min read · Updated 6 November 2026

Comparing mridanga price is only part of the decision. The right drum also depends on who will play it, how often it will travel and what you want from its sound. So in this guide, we compare our fiber and clay mridangas from Sree Mayapur Dham, with clear prices and what comes with each one.

Mridanga price at a glance

Here are our current prices in India. However, prices can change, and visitors from other countries see their own currency on each product page.

Fiber or clay: which mridanga should you buy?

Choose a fiber mridanga if you are buying for a child or a beginner. It is compact and lightweight, and the durable body suits daily practice, temple bhajans and school programs.

On the other hand, choose a clay mridanga if you want the traditional drum of kirtan. Our Mayapur Mridanga is the two-headed clay drum used in kirtan and bhajan across ISKCON temples. However, clay needs more careful handling, so our mridanga care guide is worth reading before it arrives.

Still unsure? Think about the person who will play it. A young devotee will usually enjoy a drum that is easy to hold and carry. In contrast, a devotee who leads kirtan may prefer to invest in a clay mridanga for the long term.

Kids Fiber Mridanga price and what you get

The Kids Fiber Mridanga price in India is ₹7,500. It comes from Mayapur Dham, with a high-quality fiber body and a sweet sound. For this reason, it makes a lovely gift for a child who is starting kirtan. It also comes in blue, yellow and orange.

Before you order, here is exactly what you get. It comes with a shoulder strap, although the strap colour may vary according to availability. However, we do not include the cushion shown in our photos.

Next, you can hear the drum for yourself in this short video:

See the Kids Fiber Mridanga. For more ideas on starting young, read Mridanga for Kids.

Clay Mayapur Mridanga price and sizes

The clay mridanga price in India starts from ₹13,500. Devotee artisans handcraft this drum in the holy land of Mayapur Dham, using Ahimsa cow leather. In addition, it comes in three quality levels: Balaram, Nitai Balaram and Bimala Special.

Every order also includes a free gift and a mridanga belt. Moreover, you can choose your colour after ordering. Simply message us your preference, and we check which drum in that colour is tuned best.

For example, here are the sizes we list for two of the three levels:

• Nitai Balaram: clay body 23.5 in, small head 4 in, large head 9 in
• Balaram: clay body 23 in, small head 3.75 in, large head 8.5 in
• Weight: about 5 kg, or 7 kg once packed

See the Mayapur Mridanga. You can also learn more about the mridanga in kirtan.

Why mridanga price varies

Several things explain the difference in price. First, the body material matters, because a handcrafted clay drum takes different work from a fiber one. Next, the size affects the cost. Finally, the quality level matters, which is why our three clay mridangas cost different amounts.

For this reason, the cheapest drum is not always the best value. Instead, compare what is included, how the drum will be used and who stands behind it.

Buying a mridanga from far away

We know it isn’t easy to order a mridanga without holding it first. So we prepare every shipment with care, pack it delicately and follow it up until it reaches you. We also ship worldwide, and we ask every customer to share their experience after delivery.

So if you have a question about size, colour or sound, please message us on WhatsApp. We are happy to help you choose.

Mridanga price: frequently asked questions

How much does a mridanga cost at Mayapurstore? In India, our Kids Fiber Mridanga costs ₹7,500, while our clay Mayapur Mridanga starts from ₹13,500.

Is a strap included? Yes. The Kids Fiber Mridanga includes a shoulder strap, and the clay Mayapur Mridanga includes a mridanga belt.

Can I choose a colour? The Kids Fiber Mridanga comes in blue, yellow or orange. For the clay drum, message us your preference after ordering.

Do you ship abroad? Yes, we ship worldwide. Each product page shows the price for your country.

Choose your mridanga

Whichever drum you choose, it will carry the holy name into your home. See the Kids Fiber Mridanga or the clay Mayapur Mridanga, and add a pair of brass kartals for your kirtan. Hare Krishna!

Keep reading

Mridanga Care Guide: Keep Your Drum in Good ConditionRead the guide →How to Play Kartal: A Simple Guide for Kirtan BeginnersRead the guide →The Mayapur Mridanga: The Instrument of Lord Chaitanya’s SankirtanRead the guide →