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Drums
Black Swamp Percussion crafts an extensive range of drums, each designed for precision and power. From large, resonant bass drums to compact and dynamic snare drums, our collection delivers versatility and quality, ensuring the right fit for any performance.
Black Swamp Drums
Multisonic
The flagship snare system featuring 5 different cable types

Dynamicx
Drum set snare drums for the most discerning players.

SoundArt
The original trio snare system directly integrated into the throwoff.

Symphonic Field Drum
Embodying the true spirit of a field drum sound within a classic design aesthetic.

Concert Maple
High quality concert snare sound at an affordable price.

MultiBass
Does your bass drum have legs? Well, you better go catch it.

Pro10 Studio
A simple & effective progressive tension snare system

Concert Toms
Maple, doubled headed concert toms from 6" - 16"

Mercury
Designed for ultimate clarity and articulation.

Unibody
Steam bent, solid shell drums made from domestic and exotic woods.
Tambourines
Black Swamp Tambourines
Black Swamp Percussion’s tambourines have set the global standard in orchestras and ensembles. With a wide variety of models, they are designed to fit any performance scenario, offering exceptional sound and craftsmanship for musicians everywhere.
SoundArt
The original, world class tambourine. Made for the concert hall.

S3 Series
Aged Brass jingles that are Sensitive, Subtle, and Sophisticated.

Session Plus
Effortlessly navigating between classic and contemporary musical settings.

Leggiero
The lightest and clearest tambourine series by Black Swamp.
Triangles
Black Swamp Triangles
Black Swamp Percussion offers an expansive selection of triangles and beaters, with over 140 possible combinations. Whether you’re seeking subtle shimmer or bold resonance, our collection ensures no sound is left behind.
Arch Bronze
Dark, full, and complex.

Triangle Accessories
Clips, cases, and more.

Legacy Bronze
Brilliant, lush, and shimmering.

Artisan Steel
Bright, clear, and articulate.

Spectrum Beaters
End weighted beaters in bronze and stainless steel.

Select Beaters
Rod style beaters in steel and bronze.
Wood Sounds
Black Swamp Wooden Instruments
Black Swamp Percussion offers a diverse range of wooden instruments, including castanets, log drums, temple blocks, and wood blocks. Each instrument is crafted to deliver rich, resonant tones, perfect for adding depth and texture to any performance.
Pro Castanets
Handled Castanets with a superior level of clarity, response, and fullness.

Log Drums
Beautifully crafted drums with an authentic, earthy sound.

Castanet Machines
Machine style castanets with a unique elastic-free design

Castanet Accessories
Cups, cases, and more.

Woodblocks
Tight grained maple blocks with a clean and clear tone.

Temple Blocks
Steam bent ash blocks with a traditional, organic sound.
Overture
Overture by Black Swamp
A line of entry level instruments designed by concert percussionists, with a sound specifically intended for band and orchestral performance.
Tambourine
Textured brass jingles for a full and rich sonority

Castanet Machine
Elastic-Free machine style castanets with fiber cups.

Woodblocks
Solid Exotic Rubberwood blocks with a clear focused tone.

Triangles
Bright and Clear, Heat Treated Steel Triangles

Slapstick
An iconic "whip-like" tone from 12mm Birch Ply-Wood
Accessories
Black Swamp Accessories
Black Swamp Percussion makes a selection of uniquely designed accessories to fit and adapt to the needs of the modern percussionist.
RecPlate
The ultimate percussion mounting accessory.

Bags & Cases
Protect your instruments for travel and storage.

MultiLegs
Telescoping legs to transform your existing bass drum.

Retrofit Cable Snare Wires
The perfect snare solutions for your DIY repair, retrofit, or upgrade.

OneMount
A simple and effective mount for tambourines and handheld percussion.

Symphonic Gong Mallet & Rollers
Revived and optimized for gongs of all sizes.

Drum Dampener
Recycled wooden drum dampeners.

Sound Plates
Rectangular and Circuluar stainless steel idiophones.

Arch Throw
A sturdy and stylish throw off for your next build or replacement.
Artists
Black Swamp Endorsers
Artist and educator divisions that represent and endorse Black Swamp.
Artist Endorsers
A worldwide roster of official Black Swamp endorsers

Educator Network
College and University level educators representing Black Swamp to their students and community.

Concert Artists
A select collection of emerging young performers and educators who use Black Swamp products.

Ensemble Endorsers
A worldwide roster of percussion ensembles, duos, and groups endorsing Black Swamp Percussion.
More
More from Black Swamp
Merch Store
Shop for apparel, hats, accessories and more at the official Black Swamp merchandise store

Warranty & Repairs
Warranty information, repair parts, and FAQs.

Percussion Education Hub
Educational lessons, tutorials, performance tips, and product news.

About Us
Meet the team and learn the history of BSP

Solo & Ensemble Showcase
The annual, online percussion competition.

Percussion 101
A lesson series dedicated to the fundamentals of concert percussion.

Promotions
Current and past promotions, features, and giveaways.

Where to Buy
Find a local Black Swamp dealer near you.

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Concert and Orchestral Tambourines

Black Swamp Percussion concert tambourines have become the definition of a true orchestral tambourine sound, used by top percussionists, musical organizations and educational programs around the world. There's a tambourine for every musical situation and level of performer from Black Swamp Percussion.

Tambourine Series

Expert Recommendations

TAMBOURINE TIMBRE CHART

Click a model to view full details and sound samples.

Tambourine Timbre Chart referencing the tonal characters of Black Swamp tambourine lines.

German Silver Tambourines are bright with significant sustain. Click to explore more details.

Chromium 25 tambourines are very bright and dry with little sustain. Click to explore more details.

Chromium 25 and German Silver mix tambourines are bright with moderate sustain. Click to explore more details.

Chromium 25 and Phosphor Bronze mix tambourines are our most popular model. A balance of pitch and sustain. Click to explore more details.

Beryllium Copper tambourines are dark with moderate sustain. Click to explore more details.

Phosphor Bronze tambourines are dark with maximum sustain. Click to explore more details.

Overture tambourines have an excellent sound with an economical price. Click to explore more details.

Leggiero tambourines are very dry with a medium pitch. Model LGTD1 is drier than model LGTC2. Click to explore more details.

Leggiero tambourines are very dry with a medium pitch. Model LGTC1 more sustain than model LGTC2. Click to explore more details.

S3 series tambourines have a dark, unique sound. Model S3TS has less body than model S3TD. Click to explore more details.

S3 series tambourines have a dark, unique sound. Model S3TD has more body than model S3TS. Click to explore more details.

Terms to Know

WET: longer jingle sustain

DRY: shorter jingle sustain

BRIGHT: higher relative pitch

DARK: lower relative pitch

MADE IN MICHIGAN

How We Make Our World-Class Tambourines

Black Swamp Percussion tambourines are the orchestral standard. Crafted from the highest quality materials from trained professionals, these instruments are built to bring you a lifetime of music making.

Tambourine Accessories

Calf Head Replacement

Trying your hand at replacing the calf head on your tambourine, and want to see how it's done first? We have a tutorial video for that!

Head Replacement Tutorial

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