MEINL Hand Percussion

Drummers and percussionists from around the globe are more than familiar with what Meinl can do for their performance. Since 1951, Meinl has been inspiring players of all styles and skills levels with an ever-growing line of musical tools, and that includes offering an impressive variety of hand percussion instruments as well. From shakers and rattles to slapsticks, guiros and even rainsticks, every musical gadget in Meinl's catalog is made by experts who use only the finest materials and components.

One of the best things about hand percussion instruments is that you don't need to be a musical prodigy to play them. In fact, many of the devices found in this section can easily be found in elementary school music classes across the country. After all, everyone deserves a chance to make music, and whether you're a parent who wants to nurture their child's abilities or a producer who's layering additional tracks in the studio, Meinl has something for everyone.

It's not hard to tell how trusted the Meinl name is. All you have to do is check out their many top-rated items and best sellers, and a great place to start is with the Luis Conte double live shaker. Featuring two individual plastic shakers that are connected together, this compact yet loud percussion tool has been designed to Conte's exact specifications. Versatile and responsive, the Luis Conte double live shaker is ideal for small venues and jazz clubs. Or, maybe a new set of maracas is what you're after... in which case, go with the Plastic Egg black maracas. With their clear and crisp tone, comfortable handle and loud sound, these maracas are lightweight, and suitable for both amateur and professional applications.

Of course, Meinl's selection of hand percussion instruments goes well beyond the two excellent choices mentioned above, so be sure to take a look through the rest of their catalog. Whatever you choose, you can bet that Meinl's reputation for stunning workmanship and pristine sound quality is apparent in everything they craft.