Meinl HEADED WOOD - TAH2B-AB
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Essential Information About the 10-Inch Tambourine
Essential Information About the 10-Inch Tambourine
- 10-inch format : a versatile diameter, easy to handle and integrate into any percussion setup
- Wooden frame : a natural feel and good resonance to accompany playing
- Natural skin : an organic response, with beautiful nuances depending on the attack
- Brass jingles : a clear and dynamic jingle, ideal for marking the rhythm
Manufacturer Information
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
The tambourine is one of the oldest and most universal percussion instruments, present in many traditions (folk, world music, rhythmic accompaniment). This version with a wooden frame and natural skin fits into an authentic approach, favored for its lively sound and acoustic character.
Who This Drum/Tambourine Is For
This tambourine is aimed at beginners as well as intermediate percussionists looking for a simple, expressive, and musical instrument. It is perfectly suited for acoustic styles (folk, traditional, chanson, world) and also finds its place in the studio or on stage to add rhythmic presence, accents, and drive effects.
Features and Innovations
With its wooden frame and natural skin, this tambourine prioritizes playing sensations and nuance rather than a standardized sound. The brass jingles provide immediate brightness and clear articulation, useful for supporting a groove, punctuating a chorus, or enriching hand percussion playing.
The Sound
The natural skin offers a warm and responsive tone with rich dynamics: the more delicately you play, the more micro-variations emerge. It allows good control of attacks, rolls, and accents while maintaining a highly appreciated organic quality in acoustic music.
The brass jingles deliver a bright, clear, and well-projected jingle. Combined with the wooden frame, they provide a balance between body and brilliance, ideal for being heard in a mix without excessively hardening the sound.
Technical specifications
| Instrument size | Medium | Hammering | No |
| Category | handheld | Color | Brown |
| Type | tambourine | Finishing | Glossy |
| Material | Brass | Diameter | 25.4 cm |
| Skin type | Goat | ||
| Frame | wood | Jingles | brass |
| Skin | natural | ||
Questions frequently asked
What is the diameter of the Meinl TAH2B-ab tambourine?
The 10-inch diameter provides a size suitable for hand playing and rhythmic accents.
Are the jingles made of brass?
The brass jingles produce a bright jingle with clear articulation. Their projection supports grooves and rhythmic punctuations.
What sound does the natural skin provide?
The natural skin delivers a warm and responsive tone. Attacks, rolls, and accents benefit from rich dynamics. Micro-variations in playing remain perceptible during nuanced performances.
Is this wooden frame tambourine suitable for beginners?
This model is suitable for beginners as well as intermediate percussionists. Its wooden frame and natural skin encourage expressive playing in acoustic settings.
For which musical styles is a 10-inch tambourine with jingles used?
It can be used in folk, traditional music, chanson, and world music. The wooden frame combined with brass jingles adds body and brilliance both on stage and in the studio.



