Detail 01
Retaining rim
The recessed half opens the drum to bongo-style hand techniques, while the traditional half supports stick techniques.
Product detailSKU #1274115063968
MEINLArtist Series Taku Hirano Signature Hand-Bale Black 13 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 13-inch signature Hand-Bale designed by Taku Hirano for hand-played timbale accents and fills.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players adding timbale-style accents to conga or multi-percussion setups
- Players using bongo-style hand techniques
- Players who also want stick techniques on a traditionally rimmed section
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who need a conventional, fully traditionally rimmed timbale
- Players expecting the special stand to be included
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
13 in. diameter
This is the stated size of the Hand-Bale.
Detail 03
Signature artist
The model was developed around Taku Hirano's goal of adding timbale accents and fills without needing sticks.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01The retaining rim is intentionally split: one half traditional and one half recessed below the drum head.
- 02Stick techniques are possible on the traditionally rimmed portion.
- 03Meinl stand 584931 is available separately.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Who is this Hand-Bale associated with?
It is the MEINL Artist Series Taku Hirano Signature Hand-Bale.
02Can it be played with hands?
Yes. Its recessed rim section is designed for bongo-style hand techniques.
03Can it be played with sticks?
Yes, on the traditionally rimmed portion of the drum.
04Is a stand included?
The supplied information states that special stand 584931 is available; it does not state that it is included.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
5 detailsOther
- Category Source
- detail
- Tier
- new
- Korena Special
- false
- Source Id
- site51274115063968
- Prop65
- WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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