Taiping drum frames are made of iron. Although the drum shape is different, the drum surface is covered with donkey skin or sheep skin, the skin surface is smooth or painted with patterns. Quantities vary.

When playing, hold the handle with the left hand to hold the drum, shake it up and down, left and right, and hit the drum surface with the drum whip in the right hand, which can hit the drum heart and edge, drum frame or drum back. The striking methods include hitting and pumping, tapping, pressing, shaking, etc., and vibrating iron rings or small cymbals at the same time. Taiping drums are often accompanied by dance, and are often tapped in conjunction with dance movements, and dance while tapping. There are various forms of performances, such as single, double and collective. They are often performed in the festive activities of the Lunar New Year or the Lantern Festival. It is a mass cultural and entertainment activity. Taiping drums are both musical instruments and dance implements. The thumping drums and the dancing red ying added to the festive atmosphere.