Panyard

Panyard Handcrafted steel pans, beautifully crafted ukuleles, exciting slap percussion, and accessories! Join Us! Founded in 1990, Panyard, Inc. Jam With Us!

Combining passion for the steel pan art-form, music education and exceptional customer service makes Panyard the premier pan company globally. As experts in pan innovation and technology, we are continuously advancing the quality of Pan building & tuning while creating new instruments and accessories. For 33+ years, Panyard has worked passionately to bring Steel Pan into mainstream music making, e

xposing the Sweet Sounds of Pan around the world! Leveraging that success, Panyard additionally offers other instruments that complement steel pans such as ukuleles, djembes, hand percussion and t’ing, creating a suite of instruments that Play Nice Together. We are fortunate to have an extensive network of wonderful music industry dealers. It is important to pay attention to their needs ensuring their success in an ever-changing marketplace…we take our partnerships personally. We also strive to provide our dealers marketing support, buying programs and new products. is family owned and operated in the USA. Owners Ron & Randy Kerns, along with a very talented and dedicated staff, love what we do and we hope you do too. Mission Statement

Make musical instruments accessible to everyone worldwide allowing them to enjoy music making, regardless of age, demographic or ability. Furthermore, to continue innovating and promoting the Steel Pan Art Form, develop new instruments and offer complementary instruments which are affordable and easy to play.

We were so happy to see students using our djembes at a STEM middle school Summer Drummin Drumset camp!! Thank you for s...
06/22/2026

We were so happy to see students using our djembes at a STEM middle school Summer Drummin Drumset camp!! Thank you for sharing these photos Richard Rodriguez! We're very grateful that you chose our drums and are proud of your students.

06/22/2026
This Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country...
05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

As we gather with family, friends, and community, may we carry gratitude for the freedoms we enjoy and the sacrifices that made them possible.

From all of us at Panyard, we wish you a meaningful Memorial Day.

You don’t have to be a drummer to start drumming.That’s the beauty of the djembe. With just your hands, you can create d...
05/22/2026

You don’t have to be a drummer to start drumming.

That’s the beauty of the djembe. With just your hands, you can create deep bass tones, bright slaps, and steady rhythms that feel good right away.

Panyard's SLAP Djembe makes it even easier to begin, with a lightweight design that’s comfortable for kids, beginners, and experienced players alike.

For International Drum Month, give yourself permission to make some noise.

Find your rhythm:
https://shop.panyard.com/search?type=product&q=djembe

International Drum Month is here, and we’re celebrating rhythm in all its forms at Panyard!Drumming is one of the most n...
05/20/2026

International Drum Month is here, and we’re celebrating rhythm in all its forms at Panyard!

Drumming is one of the most natural ways to make music. It builds coordination, encourages creativity, and brings people together whether you’re in a classroom, a drum circle, a music room, or playing at home.

This month, we’re shining a spotlight on the SLAP Djembe, a lightweight, durable, easy-to-play drum designed for students, teachers, families, and rhythm lovers of all ages.

Bring the beat anywhere.

Shop SLAP Djembes:

Family-owned since 1990, Panyard is the world leader in authentic high quality steel pans and accessories, including our Jumbie Jam, the drum so easy to play you will be jamming in minutes!

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1216 California Avenue
Akron, OH
44314

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+13307453155

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