Contemporanea C-TIB01CI TIMBAL 14" X 70CM WOOD CITRUS

Historical Context and Positioning in the Range

The timbal (often associated with Afro-Brazilian traditions and popular music) has established itself as an essential percussion instrument thanks to its highly expressive playing, capable of alternating between deep tones, singing midranges, and sharp attacks. In this 14-inch format, it represents a sought-after standard for its versatility: wide enough to provide a solid foundation, while remaining lively and responsive for fast phrases and accents.

Who This Drum/Timbal Is For

This 14-inch x 70 cm timbal is aimed both at motivated beginners seeking an easy-to-handle instrument and at intermediate percussionists looking for a proven timbal size to work on technique (open tones, "slaps," ghost notes, movements). It is particularly suitable for styles where the pulse needs to stay organic and danceable: Brazilian music, Afro, batucada, fusion, acoustic pop, as well as for additional percussion setups alongside a cajon, congas, or drum kit.

Features and Innovations

With its 14-inch diameter and 70 cm height, this timbal offers reassuring ergonomics: good projection without strain, while maintaining a natural hand placement. The citrus wood shell contributes to the acoustic character of the instrument by promoting a sensitive response to attack variations. This configuration emphasizes touch control: the more you play "into the skin," the wider the palette of timbres expands, from round lows to sharp, incisive slaps.

Sound

Wood has a direct impact on a timbal's personality: it influences how the shell vibrates, the attack speed, and the "rebound" feel under the hands. A citrus wood shell is often sought after for a balanced sound: a warm base that highlights the lows while retaining definition for drier strikes. This helps achieve a musical instrument with natural presence, without sounding too harsh.

In practice, this 14-inch size favors a solid foundation in the lower spectrum, useful for carrying a rhythm in small ensembles, while the 70 cm height contributes to comfortable projection and stable posture. The timbal thus becomes a nuanced instrument: open tones to let the groove breathe, ghost notes for subtlety, and sharp accents for drive. It provides a solid base to work on consistency, dynamics, and endurance while preserving an authentic acoustic grain.

Technical specifications

Instrument size	Medium	Depth	70 cm
Category	Brazilian	Color	Yellow
Type	timbao	Hardware	Chromed
Material	wood	Diameter	14 "
Skin type	Synthetic

Height	70 cm	Family	acoustic percussion
Shell Material	citrus wood	Instrument	timbal