Double sided and small in size, the Khrám Panthái is a membrane instrument belonging to the Tiwas. The cylindrical body is made of wood and the sides are covered with buffalo or goat skin. Local fibres are used for joining the two sides of the drum. The instrument measures about 1-foot in length and is played by striking against the sides with the bamboo sticks. It is played by men, the Khrám Panthái finds its use during the Wanshúwa and Langkhôn festival in a good number.
