Detail 01
Steel jingles
Steel reads brighter and cuts harder than brass or bronze. It sits on top of a mix rather than blending in.
Product detailSKU #1274115064438
MEINLHand Tambourine Black Steel
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A hand tambourine with steel jingles in a black finish. For drummers, percussionists and worship players who need a basic handheld shaker-style timekeeper.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Adding backbeat accents in a band or worship setting
- Handheld percussion during rehearsals and jams
- A first tambourine for a school or church kit
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players wanting the darker, softer tone of brass jingles
- Mounting on a hi-hat rod without a separate mount
- Anyone needing a headed tambourine for thumb rolls
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
Hand tambourine
Held and struck against the palm or leg. No mounting hardware, so it's a standing or handheld part.
Detail 03
Black finish
Cosmetic. It keeps the frame from catching stage lights, which matters more than it sounds.
Detail 04
Under forty dollars
Entry-level tier. Expect a serviceable instrument for rehearsal and live use, not a studio-grade jingle sound.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No mount, clamp or stand included — it is handheld only
- 02Steel jingles are loud; check it suits your room before committing
- 03Repeated palm striking is hard on the hand over long sets
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I mount this on a hi-hat or drum stand?
Not as sold. It's a hand tambourine with no bracket. You'd need a separate tambourine mount that clamps around the frame.
02What's the difference between steel and brass jingles?
Steel is brighter, louder and more cutting. Brass is warmer and darker. Steel suits loud stages; brass blends better in quieter arrangements.
03Does it have a drum head?
No. This is a headless hand tambourine, so it's struck against the palm rather than played with thumb rolls on a head.
04Is it loud enough for a live band?
Yes. Steel jingles project well and cut through guitars and drums without amplification in most rooms.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
