SoundArt Concert Tambourines
Our SoundArt tambourines reinvented the true orchestral tambourine sound. The steam-bent, single ply shell produces a superior tone, which is complemented by a variety of jingles made from tonally rich metal alloys.
Shell
The core of a SoundArt tambourine is a solid, Ash shell. We use skilled hand craftsmanship and advanced machinery to showcase the shell's natural beauty.
Jingle Slots
Parallel jingle slots are two different depths. This allows the jingle sets to contact the shell at different times, creating a fuller, more robust sound.
Jingles
Our jingles are hammered in such a way to produce a full sonority while balancing characteristics such as attack, tessitura, sustain, projection, and tone.
Heads
SoundArt tambourines are available with either translucent calf, or Remo Renaissance heads. Click HERE for more info.
TWO WAYS
TO EXPLORE SOUND OPTIONS
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Sound Profiles
Click a thumbnail to view specific models and sound samples.
Bright
Dark
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Timbre Chart
Click a jingle type to view specific models and sound samples.
Terms to Know
WET: longer jingle sustain
DRY: shorter jingle sustain
BRIGHT: higher relative pitch
DARK: lower relative pitch
Calf vs Synthetic
10" Double Row tambourines are available with either premium translucent calfskin, or Remo Renaissance synthetic heads. Calf is the traditional skin of choice for tambourines. Synthetic heads offer more resistance to pitch changes while still producing a professional sound.
