Meinl BBP14 - BACKBEAT PRO TAMBOURINES 14
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Essential Information About the MEINL Backbeat Pro Tambourine
Essential Information About the MEINL Backbeat Pro Tambourine
- Instantly adds tambourine sound to your snare drum without changing your playing habits
- Blackened brass ring made from an alloy identical to MEINL cymbals, for a musical and consistent sound
- 360-degree contact around the shell for dynamic control and even response, even at low volume
- Raised edge promoting a more pronounced attack on rimshots
Manufacturer Information
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
The Backbeat Pro follows the tradition of snare drum accessories designed to enrich the sound without complicating the setup. MEINL offers here a performance-oriented version, with a blackened brass ring inspired by its cymbal alloys, to achieve a more "musical" response and behavior consistent with the brand's sonic aesthetic.
Who This Tambourine Is For
This tambourine is intended for beginner to advanced drummers who want to quickly integrate a tambourine-type percussive color into their snare drum playing. It is particularly effective in pop, rock, funk, indie, reggae, acoustic music, and worship, wherever bright accents, more danceable grooves, or a jingle texture above the backbeat are desired without multiplying instruments on stage.
Features and Innovations
The concept is simple and effective: the ring fits on a 14-inch snare drum and adds cymbals that respond to every hit, ghost note, or rimshot. The design providing 360-degree contact helps maintain a stable playing feel, with finer control of vibrations according to your dynamics. The raised edge is a real plus for those who often use rimshots, enhancing the attack and clarity of the stroke while preserving the tambourine effect.
Sound
With its eight pairs of solid brass jingles, the Backbeat Pro delivers a clear and present jingle, with a bright spectrum, ideal for highlighting rhythm in a mix. Brass generally provides a bright, crisp sound and quick response, resulting in a very "tambourine-like" effect on snare hits.
The blackened brass ring, made from an alloy identical to MEINL cymbals, contributes to a more homogeneous feel and controlled resonance. The result: a musical texture addition with sufficient projection for the stage and good articulation in the studio, especially when playing dynamics or tight patterns.
Technical specifications
| Dimensions | 14 inches | Color | Brass - Black |
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Meinl BBP14 Backbeat Pro compatible with a 14-inch snare drum?
This model fits on a 14-inch snare drum and its ring ensures 360-degree contact.
How many jingles does this snare drum tambourine have?
The ring incorporates eight pairs of solid brass jingles. This configuration produces a clear and present jingle with every snare hit.
What sound does the blackened brass ring provide?
The blackened brass ring, made from an alloy identical to that of MEINL cymbals, delivers controlled resonance. The brass jingles add a bright, crisp sound and fast response.
Does the Backbeat Pro allow playing rimshots?
Its raised edge enhances the attack and clarity of rimshots while maintaining the tambourine effect.
For which music styles is this snare tambourine suitable?
This design is particularly suited for pop, rock, funk, indie, reggae, and acoustic music. The eight pairs of jingles respond to hits, ghost notes, and rimshots, adding rhythmic texture to the backbeat. Its 14-inch size allows direct mounting on the snare drum.
