{"title":"Tambourines","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the best tambourines?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe best tambourine depends on what kind of tambourine you are interested in playing. Below are the most common types and what to look for when searching for a well-made one. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSingle-row: These have only one row of “jingles,” equidistant from one another around the circumference of the hoop. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDouble-row: A pair of “jingles” placed around the perimeter, one slot above the other. Because of the double row, they typically produce louder sounds. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHi-Hat: A headless tambourine perched on top of a full or partial drum set operated via a connected pedal. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFoot: As the name implies, these tambourines are attached to a player’s shoe. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow are tambourines made?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTo properly understand how a tambourine is made, you must first know its different parts. Each part plays a crucial role in the ultimate sound quality. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTambourines consist of a flat, wooden hoop, open at the end that functions as its shell. Attached to the hoop, you’ll find a head stretched over the top, as well as small metal sheets called “jingles” or “zills.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTwo methods are typically used to fasten the head to the shell. The first involves nailing the head outside the shell’s wooden frame. Another way of making tambourines is by stretching the head across a flesh hoop and then placing a counter hoop around to secure it.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOnce the head is attached firmly to the hoop, the “jingles” are slotted into the frame at even intervals. Usually, one or two slots are left empty as hand grips. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFinding a tambourine made with skill and quality materials can be tricky, so check out \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.drumcenternh.mom\/\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDrum Center of Portsmouth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e for the best variety!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"meinl-benny-greb-sand-hi-hat-tambourine-5-sand-blasted-brass-jingles","title":"Meinl Benny Greb Sand Hi Hat Tambourine 5 Sand Blasted Brass Jingles","description":"True to his signature cymbals, the Benny Greb signature hihat tambourine features sand blasted jingles that have a dry, vintage sound and unique matte appearance. 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