Detail 01
Hand held
You hold it and strike with the other hand, so it ties up both hands during play.
Product detailSKU #1274034489279
PearlECB22 Hand Held Agogo Bell
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A single hand-held agogo bell in black steel for percussionists needing a bright, cutting bell tone in Latin and pop rhythm sections.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Samba, salsa and Afro-Cuban patterns needing a two-pitch bell voice
- Drummers adding a percussion color without a stand
- Live players who need volume that carries over a band
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone wanting a quiet practice instrument — steel bells are loud
- Players needing a mounted bell for kit integration
- Anyone expecting a warm, dark bell tone
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
Steel construction
Brighter and more cutting than cast bronze bells, with a longer sustain and more attack.
Detail 03
Agogo design
Two connected bells of different pitch let you play interlocking two-note patterns with one instrument.
Detail 04
Black finish
Cosmetic coating over the steel; it does not soften the tone the way a rubber mute would.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01A beater or stick is what you strike it with — confirm you have one
- 02No mount included; a clamp is needed to attach it to a kit
- 03Steel bells are loud in small rooms and untreated recording spaces
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I mount this on my drum kit?
Not as sold. It is built to be hand held. Mounting requires a separate percussion clamp sized to the bell's handle or body.
02What do I hit it with?
A percussion beater or a stick. Nothing is included, so plan on buying one separately.
03How many pitches does it make?
Two. An agogo has a larger low bell and a smaller high bell, which is what makes the interlocking patterns possible.
04Is it loud?
Yes. Steel bells cut hard and carry over a full band. In a small room or a quiet mix it can overpower everything else.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
