Meinl KRT-BK - KEY RING TAMBOURINE BLACK
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
For over thirty years, Meinl has developed percussion instruments known for their reliability and modern approach. This key ring tambourine fits the brand's "practical and efficient" spirit: a small supplementary instrument designed for everyday rhythm, both in the studio and on the go.
Who This Drum/Tambourine Is For
This key ring tambourine is aimed at beginners as well as experienced percussionists who want a simple accessory to work on timing, enrich a take, or add colors in pop, rock, acoustic, and world music. It is also ideal for facilitators, teachers, and traveling musicians.
Features and Innovations
Its ultra-compact format allows jingles to be triggered quickly, by hand, on the move, or between instruments. The choice of ABS promotes durability and limits weight, while the steel jingles ensure a stable and consistent response over time.
Sound
The steel jingles provide a clear and bright sound, with a quick attack and a strong presence in the mix. The ABS body contributes to a precise, rather dry output, perfect for short accents, light backbeats, or texture effects without overpowering the overall sound.
Technical specifications
| Instrument size | Mini | Hammering | No |
| Category | handheld | Accessories included | With attachment / Stand |
| Type | tambourine | Color | Black |
| Material | steel | Finishing | Glossy |
| Skin type | None | ||
| Product | Meinl Black Key Ring Tambourine | Jingles | steel |
| Body | ABS | ||
Questions frequently asked
What sound do the steel jingles produce?
Steel jingles deliver a clear and bright sound with a quick attack. Their pronounced presence allows adding short accents or rhythmic textures within a mix.
Is the Meinl KRT-BK suitable for timing practice?
Its keychain format makes it easy to trigger the jingles by hand and on the move. This model is suitable for timing work during movement or between instruments.
What material is the tambourine body made of?
The body is made of black ABS. This material keeps the weight down while enhancing the instrument's durability.
Can this tambourine be used in the studio?
Thanks to its fairly dry sound, it can enrich a take without overpowering the mix. The steel jingles provide a stable and consistent response. Its quick attack suits light backbeats and texture effects.
For which music styles is this compact tambourine suitable?
Its clear and bright character fits in pop, rock, acoustic, and world music contexts.



