Detail 01
10-inch head
The small end of pandeiro sizes. Lighter in the hand, quicker response, less low-end weight than 11 or 12 inch.
Product detailSKU #1274115064244
MEINLPandeiro Chestnut 10 In
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 10-inch Brazilian frame drum in chestnut, for samba and pagode players who want a hand-held drum with bass, slap and jingles in one.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Samba, choro and pagode players learning the thumb-and-fingertip stroke pattern
- Percussionists who need a portable drum that covers low and high sounds
- Adding jingle texture to acoustic sets without hauling a kit
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players wanting a tambourine to shake — a pandeiro is played held and struck
- Anyone needing a larger 11 or 12 inch drum for deeper bass
- Drummers looking for a stand-mounted percussion piece
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
Chestnut shell
A hardwood shell, so the tone leans dry and focused rather than boomy. Adds weight compared to synthetic shells.
Detail 03
Tunable head
You set pitch and how tight the bass tone snaps. Loose reads warm and open, tight reads dry and articulate.
Detail 04
Jingles built into the shell
The shake and the drum sound come from one instrument, so wrist motion and hand strokes both make noise.
Detail 05
Natural finish
Bare wood shows fingerprints and hand oils over time, which most players consider part of the instrument aging.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Comes as the drum only — no bag, stand or tuning key beyond what ships attached
- 02Check tuning before playing; heads shift with humidity and travel
- 03Proper technique uses thumb, fingertips, heel and palm — expect a learning curve
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What size pandeiro should a beginner get?
10 inch is the lighter, easier-to-hold end of the range and is manageable for smaller hands. Players wanting deeper bass usually move to 11 or 12 inch.
02Is the head tunable?
Yes. Tension rods around the rim let you raise or lower the pitch and change how tight the bass stroke sounds.
03Can I play this like a tambourine?
You can shake it, but it's built to be held in one hand and struck with the other. That's where the bass, slap and open tones come from.
04Does it come with a bag?
No. It ships as the drum on its own.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
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