Meinl VINTAGE WOOD TAMBOURINES 2 ROWS

Historical Context and Positioning in the Range

With this "Walnut Brown" tambourine featuring 2 rows, MEINL clearly embraces a back-to-basics approach: a simple, immediate instrument focused on musicality rather than superfluous features. The idea is to revive a "vintage" type of sound, one that many percussionists associate with recordings and performances from the era when the tambourine was an essential rhythmic pillar. Within the range, this model stands out for its classy and discreet aesthetic and its jingles with a specific profile, designed to deliver the promised "legendary" character.

Who This Drum/Tambourine Is For

This MEINL tambourine is aimed at a wide audience: from the beginner seeking an inspiring and easy-to-handle instrument, to the intermediate or advanced musician wanting a reliable rhythmic color both in the studio and on stage. Thanks to its 2 rows of jingles, it is particularly suited to contexts where the tambourine must stand out effortlessly: pop, rock, folk, funk, acoustic groove, Latin music, and accompaniment in percussion ensembles. It also works very well as a reinforcement to a drum kit, to thicken a chorus, emphasize a backbeat, or add movement on eighth and sixteenth notes.

Features and Innovations

MEINL focuses here on the essentials: a performance-oriented construction and an immediately recognizable sound. The "special profile" jingles are at the heart of the concept: their shape is designed to balance attack, projection, and control, to achieve an "old school" signature while remaining usable in modern setups. The 2-row configuration provides a richer response, with more material in the upper spectrum, helping to fill the rhythmic space without needing to play louder. In terms of finish, the Walnut Brown color remains elegant and versatile, and the hot-branded logo adds a premium detail without being ostentatious.

The Sound

The personality of this tambourine is primarily based on its special profile jingles. The profile directly influences how the jingles clash: the result is a more "singing" and coherent response, with a jingle reminiscent of traditional tambourines. The sought-after result is that famous "legendary" sound: a blend of controlled brightness, grain, and presence that naturally fits into the music.

The 2-row configuration enhances the sensation of width and density. When played softly, it provides a steady shimmer, ideal for supporting a rhythm without overpowering it. When accented, it delivers a sharper attack and broader diffusion, useful for punctuating an arrangement or energizing a passage. The Walnut Brown frame completes the set with a warm aesthetic and a grip designed to follow nuances: crisp hits, shakes, rolls, and syncopated accents.

Technical specifications

Instrument size	Medium	Hammering	Yes
Category	handheld	Color	Brown
Type	tambourine	Finishing	Matt
Material	Brass	Diameter	25.4 cm
Skin type	None

Instrument	tambourine	Marking	hot-branded logo
Configuration	2 rows (2 rows of jingles)	Sound	legendary tambourine sound
Color / finish	Walnut Brown	Jingles	special designed jingles
Style	old school, discreet and classy look	Jingle profile	special profile jingles