Detail 01
Synthetic head
Stays at tension through humidity and temperature swings, so thumb rolls behave the same indoors, outdoors, and on tour.
Product detailSKU #1274115047041
Grover ProSynthetic Head Tambourine 10 in. Double Row German Silver Jingles
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 10-inch hand tambourine with a synthetic head and double-row German silver jingles, built for concert and orchestral players who need a dependable stage instrument.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Orchestral and wind ensemble parts needing a clear, carrying jingle
- Players who perform outdoors or in variable humidity
- Thumb rolls and fast rhythmic figures on a headed frame
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Casual strumming along at home for under fifty dollars
- Drummers wanting something to mount on a kit
- Anyone after a dark, dry pop-record tambourine sound
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Double row of jingles
Twice the metal moving means more volume, more sustain and a denser wash. Harder to play very quietly.
Detail 03
German silver jingles
A copper-nickel-zinc alloy. Bright and cutting with clear articulation, rather than the warmer, rounder sound of brass.
Detail 04
10 inch frame
The standard concert size. Enough mass and projection to sit over an ensemble, still comfortable held in one hand.
Detail 05
Headed design
The head gives you a defined attack surface for thumb and finger rolls, which headless jingle rings cannot do.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Hand-held frame instrument. Add a mount or stand for kit use.
- 02Thumb rolls need wax or rosin on the head to grip.
- 03Store it in a padded bag; loose jingles get bent easily.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is a synthetic head better than calfskin?
For reliability, yes. It holds tension regardless of humidity, so rolls stay consistent. Calfskin players often prefer natural feel, but it moves with the weather.
02Is double row louder than single row?
Yes. More jingles mean more volume and longer sustain. Single row gives you a tighter, drier sound and finer control at low dynamics.
03Can I use this for recording?
You can, but the double-row German silver voice is bright and sustaining. Studio work often calls for a drier, single-row tambourine.
04What size should an orchestral player get?
Ten inches is the standard concert size and covers most repertoire. Smaller frames are for quieter, more delicate parts.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Silver
