Meinl WOOD - TA2BAB

Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range

The tambourine is one of the oldest and most universal hand percussion instruments. Present in many traditions (folk, popular, ceremonial music), it has gradually established itself in modern ensembles thanks to its ability to "cut through" the mix and highlight the tempo with immediate brightness. In a wooden configuration with a double row of jingles, it generally represents a sought-after format for its musicality and versatility, capable of moving from a simple discreet marking to a much denser accent play.

Who This Drum/Tambourine Is For

This wooden tambourine is suitable for both beginners and intermediate musicians who want a simple percussion instrument to integrate without complex adjustments. It is perfectly suited for lessons, group workshops, choirs, and music schools, as well as for guitarists, drummers, and percussionists looking for an expressive auxiliary instrument.

In terms of styles, it feels at ease in pop, rock, folk, variety, acoustic music, and "live" repertoires where you want to reinforce the backbeat, enrich a chorus, or give space to the groove. The double row of jingles adds extra presence, useful when the instrument needs to remain audible among other instruments.

Features and Innovations

The combination of wood + 2 rows of jingles emphasizes efficiency: more contact points between the jingles, resulting in a fuller jingle and a quicker response sensation as soon as you shake, tap, or "roll" the instrument. The wooden frame promotes stable holding and good attack control, whether you play with fingers, palm, or alternating strikes.

In daily use, this type of tambourine lends itself to several techniques: "shake" playing (wrist movement), accents on strong beats, light ghost notes to texture a verse, or controlled rolls to create a build-up before a chorus. The brown finish provides a classic look that easily integrates into a percussion set, drum kit, or acoustic setup.

Sound

The wooden frame contributes to a warmer and more organic sound base than a fully synthetic frame. It helps round off the overall attack and provides a "natural" feel under the hand, particularly appreciated in dynamic playing (from pianissimo to forte) where a too aggressive sound is to be avoided.

The brass jingles offer a clear and musical brightness, with a presence that generally remains balanced. In double row, the jingle is denser: you get more sustain and increased projection, useful for supporting a groove without having to play louder. Depending on your touch, you can move from a light shimmer (short movements) to a broader and sparkling response (more open shakes), making the instrument expressive and easy to place in a mix.

Technical specifications

Instrument size	Medium	Hammering	No
Category	handheld	Color	Brown
Type	tambourine	Finishing	Glossy
Material	Brass	Diameter	25.4 cm
Skin type	None

Finish

brown

Number of rows

2