Detail 01
Steel jingles
Brighter and louder than brass, with more sizzle and a longer decay. Cuts through loud stages.
Product detailSKU #1274034489295
PearlUltra-Grip Steel Tambourine Red
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Steel-jingle hand tambourine with a grip-focused frame, aimed at players who need a bright, loud tambourine for live rhythm work.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Live worship and pop sets needing jingle that cuts through a mix
- Percussionists playing extended thumb rolls who need a secure grip
- Backing singers adding rhythm while standing at a mic
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players wanting the warmer, softer voice of brass or copper jingles
- Anyone needing a headed tambourine for tuned tone
- Quiet acoustic settings where steel jingles dominate
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
Ultra-Grip frame
The handle area is shaped for hold security, which matters most during long shakes and thumb rolls.
Detail 03
Hand held, no head
No drumhead to strike, so you get shake and jingle patterns rather than a tuned skin tone.
Detail 04
Red finish
Cosmetic only. Frame color does not change jingle response or volume.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No mount included; kit players need a separate tambourine clamp
- 02Steel jingles are hard to tame in close-mic recording
- 03Nothing else is included — no bag or case
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this louder than a brass tambourine?
Generally yes. Steel jingles are brighter and more cutting, which is why they hold up on loud stages. Brass sounds warmer and blends more easily.
02Can I mount it on a stand?
Not as sold. It is a hand tambourine. A separate percussion or tambourine clamp is needed for stand or kit mounting.
03Does it have a drumhead?
No. It is a headless jingle tambourine, so you play shakes, strikes against the palm, and thumb rolls rather than head tones.
04Will it work for recording?
It can, but steel jingles are bright and take up space in a mix. Expect to work on mic placement and distance to keep the sizzle under control.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Red
