Meinl Woodblock - MWB1BK
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- This item is covered for 3 years
Essential Information About the Small Rubberwood Wood Block (19 cm)
Essential Information About the Small Rubberwood Wood Block (19 cm)
- Compact 19 cm size : easy to set up and transport, ideal for percussion sets.
- Rounded playing surface : better stick grip, consistent attack, and comfortable playing feel.
- Rubberwood : balance between sharpness, warmth, and good projection.
- Comes with wooden beater : ready to play, excellent for accents and rhythmic effects.
Manufacturer Information
Meinl
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Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range
The wood block is a percussion classic, used in Latin and Afro-Caribbean music as well as in school ensembles, marching bands, and modern orchestrations. This "small" model prioritizes practicality and precision to enrich a set without adding bulk.
Target Audience for This Drum/Instrument
This wood block is aimed at both beginners and experienced musicians seeking a clear sound to mark breaks, simplified claves, or percussive effects. Perfect for Latin, pop, funk, stage music, and educational contexts.
Features and Innovations
The rounded surface promotes stable striking and reduces catching, while helping to achieve a consistent timbre from hit to hit. The matte black finish provides a sober and discreet aesthetic on stage.
Sound Characteristics
Rubberwood offers a balanced range: a clear attack, present midtones, and controlled harmonics. The rounded profile helps concentrate the "click" and maintain a short sustain, ideal for precise accents that cut through the mix without becoming harsh.
Technical specifications
| Instrument size | Small | Accessories included | Sticks |
| Category | percussion | Color | Black |
| Type | woodblock | Finishing | Matt |
| Material | wood | ||
| Wood | rubberwood | Length | 19 cm |
| Beater | wood (included) | Playing surface | rounded |
| Size | small | Finish | matte black |
Questions frequently asked
What is the length of the Meinl MWB1BK woodblock?
This model measures 19 cm in length and adopts a small format, suitable for adding a percussive accent to a set.
What sound does this rubberwood woodblock produce?
Rubberwood provides a sharp attack and present midrange. Harmonics remain contained, while the short sustain favors precise accents in the mix.
Are sticks included with this woodblock?
Sticks are supplied with this woodblock.
Is the playing surface rounded?
The striking surface is rounded. This design promotes stable playing and limits catching, with a more consistent timbre from hit to hit.
For which styles is a 19 cm matte black woodblock used?
This instrument is suitable for Latin, pop, funk, live music, and educational contexts. Its matte black finish ensures a discreet visual presence on stage.



