Detail 01
13 inches long, 2 inches in diameter
Bigger chamber, so the fill travels farther per stroke. That gives a wider, louder sound than a compact shaker.
Product detailSKU #1274115064142
MEINLWah Wah Tube Large Black
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 13-inch tube shaker in black, the large size in MEINL's Wah Wah Tube line. Hand-held shaker for drummers and percussionists wanting a fuller shaker voice.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Adding a shaker part over a groove without setting down sticks for long
- Percussion overdubs where a small egg shaker sounds too thin
- Live players who need a shaker that carries acoustically
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who want the smallest, most portable shaker — the 11-inch is that
- Anyone needing a pitched or tuned instrument
- Tight one-hand grips; 2 inches across is a fuller handful
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 vs. the 11-inch small
The small runs 11 inches by 1-1/2 inches. It is quieter and easier to palm; the large trades that for volume.
Detail 03
Tube shape
You shake it along its length, so the attack lands at each end stroke. Easier to lock to a beat than a round egg shaker.
Detail 04
Under $50
Priced as a working percussion accessory, not a collector piece. Reasonable to own alongside smaller shakers.
Detail 05
Black finish
Cosmetic only. No effect on the sound.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No bag, clip, or mount included — it is a hand-held instrument
- 02Two sizes exist; confirm you want the 13-inch large, not the 11-inch
- 03Wrist-driven playing over a long set gets tiring at this size
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What is the difference between the large and small Wah Wah Tube?
Length and diameter. The small is 11 inches by 1-1/2 inches; the large is 13 inches by 2 inches. The large is louder and fuller, the small easier to hold.
02Can a drummer use this behind a kit?
Yes. It is hand-held, so you play it in one hand while keeping time with the other, or use it for a section rather than a full song.
03Is it loud enough for an acoustic gig?
The 13-inch body moves more fill than a compact shaker, so it carries better in an acoustic setting. In a loud full-band mix, close-mike it.
04How do I control dynamics?
Stroke length and speed. Short, tight shakes give a quieter, faster texture; longer strokes let the fill travel the full tube for a bigger sound.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
2 detailsOther
- Small
- 11 inchL x 1-1/2 inchD
- Large
- 13 inchL x 2 inchD
