Detail 01
Steel shell
Brighter and more piercing than wood or fiberglass, with a longer ring and a very hard rimshot crack.
Product detailSKU #1274034489372
PearlPrimero Steel Timbale with Mounting Clamp 13"
Sale
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
13" steel timbale with a mounting clamp, sold as a single drum. For a percussionist adding a cutting high voice to a kit or rack.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Adding a sharp accent voice to a drum kit rack
- Latin percussion players building a setup one drum at a time
- Live salsa or timba work where a rimshot has to cut
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone wanting a matched timbale pair — this is one drum
- Players needing a stand; the clamp requires an existing pipe or rack
- Quiet acoustic settings — steel timbales are loud and bright
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
13 inch head
The larger of a standard timbale pair, so it sits as the lower macho/hembra voice with more body.
Detail 03
Mounting clamp included
Attaches to a rack bar or stand tube instead of needing its own tripod, so it can hang off an existing kit.
Detail 04
Single drum, not a pair
You get one pitch. Traditional timbale patterns move between two drums, so plan a second purchase.
Detail 05
Natural finish
Raw steel look; expect fingerprints and eventual patina rather than a lacquered shell.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No stand or rack included — the clamp needs a tube to grab
- 02Timbale sticks are separate; drumstick taper is wrong for these
- 03Check your rack bar diameter fits the clamp before ordering
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does this come with a stand?
No. It ships with a mounting clamp, which attaches to a rack bar or stand tube you already own. There is no tripod base in the box.
02Is this one timbale or two?
One 13" drum. A traditional timbale setup uses two different sizes, so you would need a second drum for full patterns.
03How does steel sound compared to wood timbales?
Steel is brighter, louder and rings longer. Rimshots crack harder. Wood shells sound warmer and darker with less sustain.
04Can I tune it lower for a wider pitch spread?
Yes, within reason. Timbale heads are tensioned high by design; dropping too far kills the attack and the rimshot response.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
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