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Cabasa
Played by twisting the body against your palm. Gives a scraped, continuous rasp rather than a discrete shake.
Product detailSKU #1274115064058
MEINLTurbo Cabasas Black Large
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Large hand percussion shaker from MEINL in black, $54.99. For drummers and percussionists adding steady sixteenth-note texture over a groove.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Latin and pop grooves needing a constant sixteenth pulse
- Percussion setup alongside congas, bongos, or a drum kit
- Live band adding texture without another drummer
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players wanting a soft, subtle shaker sound
- Anyone needing a mounted or stand-held percussion piece
- Kit drummers with no free hand during a song
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
Large size
More mass and surface, so it runs louder and fuller than compact models, and takes a firmer grip.
Detail 03
Turbo
MEINL's higher-output cabasa design, built to cut through a band rather than sit under it.
Detail 04
Handheld
No stand or mount needed, but both hands are occupied while you play it.
Detail 05
$54.99
Working percussion price, not a toy. Built for repeated gigging rather than occasional use.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Handheld only. No stand, mount, or bag included.
- 02Twisting technique takes practice. It will sound choppy at first.
- 03Large models are heavy over long sets. Try the grip if you can.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How do you play a cabasa?
Hold the handle in one hand, rest the head against your other palm, and twist back and forth. The chains scrape the cylinder to make the sound.
02Is it loud?
Yes. This is the large, higher-output version, meant to be heard over a full band rather than blend quietly.
03Can I mount it on a stand?
Not as sold. It is a handheld instrument with no included mounting hardware.
04What music is it used in?
Common in Latin, samba, funk, and pop, anywhere a steady scraped sixteenth pattern sits under the groove.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
