How are membranophones classified?

Answer 1

Membranophones are classified based on the type of membrane or drumhead they have, such as single-headed (like a tambourine) or double-headed (like a snare drum or conga). They can also be classified by shape, such as cylindrical (like a conga drum) or frame (like a tambourine). The material used to construct the membrane, as well as the method of sound production, also play a role in classifying membranophones.