Made China Musical Instruments of 2025
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Meinl CymbalsMeinl Cymbals Mike Johnston Groove Bell Cowbell with Magnetic Mutes — NOT Made in China — Vintage Steel Finish, 2-Year Warranty (MJ-GB)
Main highlights- ZOOM IN: a brushed vintage steel finish gives the bell an old school, worn-in appearance with a good-looking patina; the bell features Mike’s signature on the side
- WHY IT MATTERS: your flow will improve since the bell adds to your grooves instead of overpowering; it cuts without piercing when you need it to and sits back with lower volume
- THE BOTTOM LINE: this is the most easily controllable cowbell on the market for drum set players; plus, it will look great in your kit
- THE BIG PICTURE: Meinl is a family-owned musical instrument manufacturer and brand established 1951 in Germany; our expert German designers have deep relationships with our builders to ensure you're delivered the absolute finest quality
- ONE BIG THING: comes with two magnetic mutes that let you instantly dampen sustain and drop pitch without making drastic changes to the bell (based on Benny Greb's Magnetic Sustain Control); magnets are strong, so they stay in place while playing
- MIKE JOHNSTON SIGNATURE: the Meinl Groove Bell was designed with Meinl Cymbals artist and online educator, Mike Johnston; Mike's idea was to make a modern, drum set aligned bell that doesn't dominate your sound and is easy to control
- DRIVING THE SOUND: made with a special steel alloy and hexagon shaped medium-sized mouth; Mike and Meinl R&D arrived at its shape, proportions, and alloy after years of testing
- BY THE NUMBERS: the Groove Bell measures 7 3/4" L (not including mount) x 5 1/4" W x 2" H; two magnetic mutes (1x small, 1x large)
9.7Exceptional
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Meinl PercussionMeinl Percussion Synthetic Mountable Tambourine Musical Instrument for Recording or Live — NOT Made in China — Double Row Jingles, 2-Year Warranty (TMT2-R)
Main highlights- ZOOM IN: the frame is molded with ridges that you can drag a drumstick across to create a guiro sound effect (or tambourine roll)
- WHY IT MATTERS: it can open up your playing on your kit or percussion rig, and inspire new approaches to familiar grooves; accent your snare backbeat or weave into Latin American rhythms
- THE TAKEAWAY: this professional-grade tambourine performs great live or in the studio and is designed for any style; take on the road for long tours or weekend gigs, have on-hand for studio work, or play in worship settings
- THE BIG PICTURE: Meinl is a family-owned musical instrument manufacturer and brand established 1951 in Germany; our expert German designers have deep relationships with our builders to ensure you're delivered the absolute finest quality
- ONE BIG THING: this tambourine is super durable with its 100% synthetic all-weather frame; jingles are mounted on steel pins that are sealed inside the frame, so there's no risk of them falling out
- OF NOTE: the mount is a standard 3/8" eye bolt that attaches to percussion rods or cymbal stand posts; this mount is not removeable—Meinl offers handheld versions of this tambourine with no mount if you want to play with your hands
- DRIVING THE SOUND: nickel plated steel jingles respond with a medium-bright tone and volume that can support or cut through your mix; these jingles sit near the middle of the spectrum between all other Meinl Traditional Mountable Tambourines
- BUILT LIKE A TANK: the Meinl Traditional Mountable Tambourine stands up to the brunt of drumsticks on a drum kit or percussion rig; it fits almost anywhere and stays put
9.6Exceptional
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Meinl PercussionMeinl Percussion Classic Hardwood Claves Musical Instrument Sticks — NOT Made in China — for Live, Studio and Classrooms, 2-Year Warranty (CL1HW)
Main highlights- WHY IT MATTERS: their naturally musical tone can instantly change the feel of your music, even if you're not sure how to play them; add to songs live or in the studio
- THE BOTTOM LINE: there's no limit on where these claves can be used, and they're made to last
- THE BIG PICTURE: Meinl is a family-owned musical instrument manufacturer and brand established 1951 in Germany; our expert German designers have deep relationships with our builders to ensure you're delivered the absolute finest quality
- PUT THEM IN A SONG RIGHT AWAY: anyone can play these claves, regardless of skill; their bright wood tone cuts through music nicely when struck together without blaring "clack" sounds
- OF NOTE: Meinl Classic Claves are multi-use; they can be played in traditional Cuban and Afro-Latin music, contemporary styles, drum circles, and they're perfect in classrooms to teach students about rhythm
- DRIVING THE SOUND: made of solid, quality hardwood with consistent grain and color to get a bright pop effect; our durable finish seals the wood while letting it respond fully
- CATCH UP QUICK: one big reason our Classic Claves are so popular is they have identical shape and weight, so there's practically no learning curve; just hold them with a loose grip to let the wood resonate as you strike them together
- BY THE NUMBERS: sold in pairs, they measure 8" long x 1" wide and weigh about 2 ounces each; this size isn't too big or too small to fit your needs in most settings
9.4Excellent
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Meinl PercussionMeinl Percussion Traditional Wood Claves Musical Instrument Sticks — NOT Made in China — for Live, Studio and Classrooms, 2-Year Warranty (CL4IW)
Main highlights- WHY IT MATTERS: their naturally musical tone can instantly change the feel of your music, even if you're not sure how to play them; add to songs live or in the studio
- THE BOTTOM LINE: there's no limit on where these claves can be used, and they're made to last
- PUT THEM IN A SONG RIGHT AWAY: anyone can play these claves, regardless of skill; their bright wood tone cuts through music nicely when struck together without blaring "clack" sounds
- OF NOTE: Meinl Traditional Claves are multi-use; they can be played in traditional Cuban and Afro-Latin music, contemporary styles, drum circles, and they're perfect in classrooms to teach students about rhythm
- DRIVING THE SOUND: made of solid Indian walnut with consistent grain and color to get a deeply resonant effect; our durable finish seals the wood while letting it respond fully
- CATCH UP QUICK: one big reason our Traditional Claves are so popular is they have identical shape and weight, so there's practically no learning curve; just hold them with a loose grip to let the wood resonate as you strike them together
- BY THE NUMBERS: sold in pairs, they measure 8" long x 1" wide and weigh about 3 ounces each; this size isn't too big or too small to fit your needs in most settings
9.2Excellent
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Meinl PercussionMeinl Percussion Traditional Handheld Tambourine Musical Instrument for Recording or Live — NOT Made in China — Double Row Jingles, 2-Year Warranty (TMT1-R)
Main highlights- ZOOM IN: the frame is molded with ridges that you can drag a drumstick across to create a guiro sound effect (or tambourine roll)
- WHY IT MATTERS: it's easy to use and control whether you're an experienced percussionist or a singer; no prior skill required
- THE TAKEAWAY: this professional-grade tambourine performs great live or in the studio and is designed for any style; take on the road for long tours or weekend gigs, have on-hand for studio work, or play in worship settings
- THE BIG PICTURE: Meinl is a family-owned musical instrument manufacturer and brand established 1951 in Germany; our expert German designers have deep relationships with our builders to ensure you're delivered the absolute finest quality
- STRESS-FREE USAGE: the Meinl Traditional Handheld Tambourine is built around comfort and durability, along with outstanding musical tone; its half-moon shape gives you instant balance while playing, even if you're a beginner
- ONE BIG THING: this tambourine is super durable with its 100% synthetic all-weather frame; jingles are mounted on steel pins that are sealed inside the frame, so there's no risk of them falling out
- OF NOTE: the ergonomic grip is padded with soft foam; this material gives you a solid handle on the tambourine with a comfortable feel
- DRIVING THE SOUND: nickel plated steel jingles respond with a medium-bright tone and volume that can support or cut through your mix; these jingles sit near the middle of the spectrum between all other Meinl Traditional Handheld Synthetic Tambourines
9.1Excellent
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Meinl PercussionMeinl Percussion Bamboo Didgeridoo for Native Australian Sound Effects, Meditation and Circular Breathing — NOT Made in China — Hand Painted, 2-Year Warranty, Brown (DDG1-BR)
Main highlights- ZOOM IN: this didgeridoo comes beautifully hand painted with a highly intricate design; it looks great on display in front of an audience, in your home, or in a sound bath setup
- WHY IT MATTERS: it’s important to find fun and effective ways to promote a healthy lifestyle; this didgeridoo can help you unwind and de-stress with it’s earthy and meditative sounds
- THE BOTTOM LINE: use it for meditation, yoga, circular breathing or adding natural sound effects to your music; it’s a fun, unique attraction for anyone, and the hand painted design makes each one special
- THE BIG PICTURE: Meinl is a family-owned musical instrument manufacturer and brand established 1951 in Germany; our expert German designers have deep relationships with our builders to ensure you're delivered the absolute finest quality
- MULTI-USE FOR SOUND AND HEALTH: use for meditation, sound baths, and sound effects for music; playing this didgeridoo is also a great way to practice circular breathing which can have positive health benefits
- HOW IT WORKS: form an air tight seal on the top opening of the didgeridoo and blow back and forth between your left and right cheeks to create movement; use circular breathing for continuous sound
- DRIVING THE SOUND: its 100% bamboo shell responds with natural, warm resonating tones; its long, narrow shape produces native Australian drone note sound effects
- BY THE NUMBERS: this didgeridoo measures 47" L x 2 1/2" W (the longer the length, the deeper the sound); it’s tuned to the key of D# with harmonic overtones
9.0Excellent
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Stoie'sStoie's Wooden Kids Musical Instruments for 1-9 Years Old, with Drum, Hand Bells, Flute, Maracas, Castanet, Tamburine, for Babies and Toddlers, Durable, Safe, Montessori Educational Toy, Storage Bag
9.9 Age-appropriate9.7 worth the money9.7 GiftableWhy we love it
Encourages musical exploration.
Great for family activities.
High-quality sound and build.
8.9Very Good
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Meinl PercussionMeinl Percussion Traditional Wood Tambourine with Nickel Plated Steel Jingles, Double Row — NOT Made in China — for All Musicians, 2-Year Warranty (TA2AB)
Main highlights- ZOOM IN: the ergonomic grip gives you a solid handle on the tambourine with a comfortable feel for all skill levels
- WHY IT MATTERS: the warm tonal musical depth of wood easily blends with acoustic instruments where tambourines are traditionally played
- WHERE TO USE: live, studio, acoustic, orchestral percussion, choral groups, concert band, worship music, school band
- TRADITIONAL BUILD: the Meinl Traditional Wood Tambourine is built with a handheld wood frame that's lightweight and easy to play; plus, it gives the overall sound more warmth and presence
- THE TAKEAWAY: this is a solid choice for the warmer tonal quality of a traditional wood tambourine that can be used for whatever you need
- OF NOTE: our high gloss antique brown finish gives the tambourine good looks while preserving the hardwood frame; this finish is smooth to the touch and made to last
- DRIVING THE SOUND: nickel plated steel jingles respond with a bright tone and volume that can support or cut through your mix; nickel plated steel leans toward the bright side along with medium-high volume range
- BY THE NUMBERS: 10" frame, 16 jingle pairs, 2 rows
8.8Very Good
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Meinl PercussionMeinl Percussion Wood Guiro with Scraper and Grip Holes — NOT Made in China — for Latin American Music, 2-Year Warranty (GU1AM)
Main highlights- ZOOM IN: two grip holes on back make it easy to hold and maintain resonance while playing; use them with your fingers like a bowling ball grip
- WHY IT MATTERS: the clean design is comfortable to play right away and for long periods of time; you're getting professional sound and feel in a sleek build that's great for all skill levels
- THE BOTTOM LINE: it fits with traditional Latin American styles, and you can play it with modern music anywhere from acoustic open mic nights to the studio; it's easy to hold and get a great sound regardless of skill
- THE BIG PICTURE: Meinl is a family-owned musical instrument manufacturer and brand established 1951 in Germany; our expert German designers have deep relationships with our builders to ensure you're delivered the absolute finest quality
- OF NOTE: we seal the wood body in a durable high-gloss finish that gives the instrument a great look while adding a layer of protection from the elements
- DRIVING THE SOUND: its 100% hollow hardwood body and solid wood scraper deliver classic guiro sounds with mellow wood tone; the body's tight ridge pattern adds clear projection to cut through
- CLEAN PROFESSIONAL CONSTRUCTION: its balanced shape, weight, and tone make it easy to give your music that extra something; it's a modern take on old-style guiros made from hollow gourds
- BY THE NUMBERS: measures 14 3/4" long x 2 1/4" wide and includes a 6 1/4" long wood scraper
8.6Very Good
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Meinl PercussionMeinl Percussion Handheld Bongo Cowbell, 8" Powder Coated Steel — NOT Made in China — Medium Pitch, 2-Year Warranty (BCOB)
Main highlights- WHY IT MATTERS: having one essential bell reduces the gear you need and takes away guesswork; get an authentic sound playing salsa, rock, fusion, country, and more
- THE BOTTOM LINE: its one-tone-fits-all solution leaves you prepared with less gear; plus, it’s easy to hold
- THE BIG PICTURE: Meinl is a family-owned musical instrument manufacturer and brand established 1951 in Germany; our expert German designers have deep relationships with our builders to ensure you're delivered the absolute finest quality
- OF NOTE: there is a selection of Meinl Cowbell Beaters available to use with this bell (each sold separately—this bell does not come with a beater); Meinl cowbell beaters range in material, size, and color
- HOW TO CONTROL RING: use your non-dominant hand to hold the bell near the tapered end to get a resonant sound; control sustain by moving your hand closer to the mouth for a dampening effect
- DRIVING THE SOUND: made with a steel alloy that delivers clear tone and plenty of volume; black powder coating muffles ring and controls overtones
- BY THE NUMBERS: this cowbell measures 8” L x 5 ½” W x 1 ¾” H; low pitch
- A COWBELL THAT CAN'T GO WRONG: the Meinl Handheld Bongo Cowbell’s punchy and balanced tone gives you classic bell sounds fit for live or studio with any style; plus, its manageable size and weight make it easy to play
8.5Good
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