Detail 01
High pitch
Sits above most blocks and bells. Cuts through dense arrangements where a low block would disappear.
Product detailSKU #1274034489446
PearlClave Block High Pitch
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Pearl's high-pitch clave block — a dry, sharp percussion block for cutting patterns. For percussionists and kit players adding a wood-block voice.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Sharp claves-style patterns that need to cut through a mix
- Kit players adding a dry, non-ringing accent voice
- Latin percussion setups needing a high block above a low one
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players wanting a deep, woody low block tone
- Anyone after a ringing, sustaining sound like a bell
- Budget setups where a cheaper block covers the same part
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
Clave block design
Short decay, almost no sustain. Every hit is a distinct click, so fast patterns stay readable.
Detail 03
Green finish
Blocks are usually colour-coded by pitch in a set — useful for grabbing the right one fast on a crowded rack.
Detail 04
$70.99
Priced above basic wood blocks. You're paying for a durable striking surface that survives repeated stick hits.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01A mount or clamp to attach it to your rack is separate
- 02One block gives one pitch — patterns needing high and low need two
- 03Strike near the centre of the playing surface for consistent tone
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What's the difference between high and low pitch blocks?
Pitch and how they sit in a mix. High blocks cut over cymbals and vocals for lead patterns. Low blocks give a rounder tone that sits under the groove.
02Can I use drumsticks on it?
Yes, that's the normal way to play it. Blocks like this are built for stick hits rather than hand playing, and the attack is sharper with a stick.
03How does this compare to a cowbell?
A cowbell rings and sustains. This is dry and clicky with almost no decay, so it stays clear at fast tempos where a bell would smear.
04Do I need two blocks?
Only if your parts use two pitches. Many clave and block patterns alternate high and low. A single high block covers single-pitch parts fine.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Green
