Detail 01
12 in. diameter
This is the smaller, higher-pitched voice of a timbale pair — the macho side, cutting and sharp.
Product detailSKU #1274034483456
LPDrum Set Timbale 12 x 4 in. Black Nickel
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Single 12 x 4 in. black nickel timbale sized for mounting on a drum kit. For drummers adding Latin voices without a full timbale stand.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Kit drummers adding a cascara or timbale voice to existing setups
- Cover and Latin-influenced bands needing one bright accent drum
- Players tight on stage space who cannot fit a full timbale rig
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Traditional timbale players who need a matched macho/hembra pair
- Anyone wanting the deeper voice of a 13 or 14 in. shell
- Drummers expecting a stand and hardware in the box
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
4 in. depth
Shallow shell means fast attack and short decay, so rolls and cascara patterns stay articulate instead of blurring.
Detail 03
Black nickel shell
Plated metal shell, so the drum is bright and metallic rather than warm — very different from a wood tom.
Detail 04
Drum set configuration
Built to mount on kit hardware rather than a dedicated timbale stand, so it fits an existing setup.
Detail 05
Sold as one drum
You get the macho only. A full traditional pair needs a second, larger drum bought separately.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No stand or mount included — confirm your kit hardware accepts this drum
- 02Timbale sticks are different from drumsticks and are not included
- 03One drum only; the matching larger timbale is a separate purchase
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does this come with a stand?
No. It is configured for drum set mounting, so you need compatible hardware on your existing kit to hold it.
02Is this one timbale or a pair?
One drum, 12 x 4 in. Traditional timbale playing uses a pair, with a larger drum alongside this one.
03Can I hit it with regular drumsticks?
You can, but timbale sticks are thinner and unpaired with a tip, which gives the proper cascara sound on the shell and rim.
04How does a metal timbale sound versus a wood tom?
Much brighter and more cutting, with a sharp attack and metallic ring. It sits on top of a mix rather than filling the low end.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
