The Conguitas are a perfect addition to any percussion set up. They are made from high quality materials and produce a cutting and strong percussive tone which complements the congas in a harmonically supportive sound spectrum.

The rhythm of the Merengue has its roots in the Dominican Republic where the use of a Tambora drum is essential in creating this style of music.

Ramwong is a Thai folk dance which evolved from Ramthone, a popular festive season in a certain region in Thailand. Ram means dance and Thone is a small drum.

The MEINL Foot Rattle goes with everything. Marks pulse with moderate volume and warmth.

The MEINL Berimbau is traditional African instrument that is a commonly found in the music from Brazil and other South American countries. The thin striker and a caxixi are held in the right hand, while the left hand supports the bow and modulates the string with a small metal disc. The whole instrument is moved off-and-on the abdomen, opening and closing the resonant gourd, for a captivating “wah-wah” effect.

The Talking Drum has its origin in West Africa. The traditional technique involves squeezing the tuning ropes while striking the head with a thin bent wooden mallet.

The MEINL Birds and Waterfall realistically imitate the sound of a flock of birds or a rippling waterfall.

The MEINL Birds and Waterfall realistically imitate the sound of a flock of birds or a rippling waterfall.

The MEINL Birds and Waterfall realistically imitate the sound of a flock of birds or a rippling waterfall. By using fiberglass a bright sound is produced, the dynamic range is increased and an optimum durability is realized.

The MEINL Birds and Waterfall realistically imitate the sound of a flock of birds or a rippling waterfall. By using fiberglass a bright sound is produced, the dynamic range is increased and an optimum durability is realized.

The MEINL Roar is available as a wood and as a fiberglass version. A rattling effect is achieved by striking the ball
end against the palm of the hand.

The MEINL Roar is available as a wood and as a fiberglass version. A rattling effect is achieved by striking the ball
end against the palm of the hand.

The MEINL wooden Birds and Waterfall pod rattles are our popular sound effects now woven onto a handgrip. The result is a hand-held pod rattle with full control.

The MEINL wooden Birds and Waterfall pod rattles are our popular sound effects now woven onto a handgrip. The result is a hand-held pod rattle with full control.

When playing The Night, four solid steel balls hit a cylindrical metal rod in quick succession producing the unique
sound of crickets.

African Claves are slightly larger and have a lower fundamental pitch. Additionally, the resonating body is larger than the striker. Available in two different versions: Solid and hollowed out body.

African Claves are slightly larger and have a lower fundamental pitch. Additionally, the resonating body is larger than the striker. Available in two different versions: Solid and hollowed out body.

African Claves are slightly larger and have a lower fundamental pitch. Additionally, the resonating body is larger than the striker. Available in two different versions: Solid and hollowed out body.

African Claves are slightly larger and have a lower fundamental pitch. Additionally, the resonating body is larger than the striker. Available in two different versions: Solid and hollowed out body.

Our African Talking Drums are carved into an hourglass shape from a solid piece of Mahogany wood, and decorated with a carved motif. Two hand-selected goatskin heads are spanned with high-quality nylon rope. Traditionally, the talking drum is played beneath one arm, and held against the ribcage. The drum is then squeezed to "bend" the pitch while the other hand employs a curved striker.

Our African Talking Drums are carved into an hourglass shape from a solid piece of Mahogany wood, and decorated with a carved motif. Two hand-selected goatskin heads are spanned with high-quality nylon rope. Traditionally, the talking drum is played beneath one arm, and held against the ribcage. The drum is then squeezed to "bend" the pitch while the other hand employs a curved striker.

Our African Talking Drums are carved into an hourglass shape from a solid piece of Mahogany wood, and decorated with a carved motif. Two hand-selected goatskin heads are spanned with high-quality nylon rope. Traditionally, the talking drum is played beneath one arm, and held against the ribcage. The drum is then squeezed to "bend" the pitch while the other hand employs a curved striker.

The MEINL Classic Wood Claves are the most common claves and produce the classic cutting sound. Both the clave and the striker have the same size.

The MEINL Classic Wood Claves are the most common claves and produce the classic cutting sound. Both the clave and the striker have the same size.

The MEINL Fiberglass Claves produce the most penetrating, loud, and cutting sound of all. They are hand made from premium fiberglass which makes them nearly indestructible.

The MEINL Claves De Luxe are made from a superb, dense hardwood which delivers a cutting and bright tone. Due to their small size, they are portable and convenient but still enable a loud, solid rhythmic foundation on stage and in studio sessions.