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Repinique >> Samba Reggae & Afro Samba - correct pronunciation
Playing
Function / distribution in the group
The formations in Samba Reggae and Blocos Afro have a strong surdola line-up. Usually half of the musicians are surdo players. The other percussionists are divided between repinique, caixa, sometimes ganzas and rarely tamborins. The standard line-up for a 10-piece group in Bahia is 5 surdos, 2 caixas and 3 repiniques.
The repiniques provide the basic pattern, have a solo task or are in a question-and-answer dialogue with the bateria. The repinique structures the musical flow with pauses and calls.
Techniques
In samba reggae, the repinique is played with two elastic sticks. These sticks are traditionally made from the branches of the goiaba tree. Nowadays, however, plastic is the standard material for these repinique sticks. The aim is to hit the head flat rather than with the tip of the sticks, resulting in the typical high, accented sound. In the more samba-oriented groups, such as Ilê Aiyê, there are two different techniques for playing the repinique: One with a wooden stick in the right hand, as in Rio Samba, and the other with the left hand only. Two different sounds can be produced with the stick: striking the head with the stick produces a full, open sound. Striking the head and the tension ring at the same time produces a sharp, penetrating sound, a 'rimshot'. The left hand is usually used to play an open tone, with a slap for accents. And as an additional option, the more samba-oriented groups also use the technique used in samba-reggae, with two elastic sticks.
The two most common styles of repenique playing in Bahia are directly derived from the technique used to play the atabaques. This is the name given to the drums in Candomblê, the Afro-Brazilian religion in Bahia. The atabaques are played in sets of three: The small Lê, the slightly larger Rumpi and the large Rum. The accompanying drums, lê and rumpi, are played with two elastic wooden sticks. They deliver dense rhythmic patterns in rapid succession, over which the rum, played with the stick in the right hand and the left hand without the stick, lays complex patterns and improvisations. The analogy is obvious.
The repiniques are hung low between the legs with a simple waist belt for the two-stick technique. This results in a relaxed playing position and the typical sharp sounds are easier to achieve with the elastic stick made of guava wood or plastic. For the one-stick technique, the repinique is worn with a shoulder strap, just below the hips.
The leader leads the group with characteristic finger symbols or plays repinique. Pieces are structured with typical calls and pauses. During stage performances, the repinique is often placed on a stand. In Olodum, the most famous sambareggae group, the leader plays two timbales instead of a repinique during stage performances. The timbales set, similar in sound to a repinique, offers additional possibilities as a solo instrument with its two drums tuned at different heights.
Patterns
Bahia Offbeat 1
Bahia Offbeat 2
Tips and tricks
Tuning
In Bahia a high tuning of the repiniques has become established. The resulting sharp sound with few overtones contrasts sharply with the caixas and, of course, the surdos.
It is best to tune the drum 'crosswise'. This means that you start tuning on one rod and then move to the opposite rod to loosen or tighten the nut. Then place the key on the next rod and move to the opposite rod, and so on, until you have reached the desired pitch. If you place a hand in the middle of the head and strike it with a stick close to the tension rod, you will hear the sound the head makes at that point. This allows you to check the pitch at each rod. The aim is to have the same tone on each rod.
Repiniques - Sizes, voices and labelling
Quelle: Ivsom, Rio de Janeiro
- Repinique 8" = Bacurinha
- Repinique 10" = Repinique or Repique (diameter 10", bowl approx. 30cm)
- Repinique 12" = Repinique or Repique (diameter 12", bowl approx. 30cm)
- Repique 12" = Charuto (diameter 12", bowl approx. 50cm)
- Repique Charutinho (diameter 12", bowl approx. 36 cm)
- Repinique 14" = Repique Mor (diameter 14", bowl approx. 50cm)
- Repinique 16" = Repique Mor (diameter 16", bowl approx. 50cm)
Head maintenance
To play, tighten the heads to the desired tension. Relaxing the heads after playing will prolong their life.
Maintenance of tension rods
The Repinique is easier to tune if you lightly oil the threads of the tension rods from time to time. Carefully remove any excess oil to avoid staining your clothes.
Gope
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Bacurinha 8'' x 20 cm, aluminium - Samba Reggae style mini-repinique, #SelfieCherry
#Selfie - the new effect colours from Gope!Spiffy high-gloss varnish to glam up your stage- and street gigs!The bacurinha is a tiny repinique, which has become quite popular, especially in the famous bloco of Timbalada in Salvador. The are basically built the same way as standard-size repiniques, only two sizes smaller. Due to its smaller diameter it sounds a lot higher, almost like a tamborim. A bacurinha brings fresh and different sound colour to your Samba Reggae bloco and is a nice supplement to the classical set of instruments you´ll find in an afro-Samba combo. Bacurinhas have become really popular in Samba Reggae blocos all over Europe.Small-sized, very compact and fun-to-play repinique with bright red #SelfieCherry aluminium shell and matching red hardware. Light-weight 8'' mini-repinique by Gope.
Gope
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Ultralight repinique 12'' x 30 cm with 7 rods and black hardwareLooking for a lightweight repinique with unique features? This model offers 7 tension rods, placing it right between the usual 6 or 8-rod designs. The result? Excellent tuning flexibility with higher tension potential, all while staying impressively lightweight.The classic 12'' size makes it perfect for both Rio Samba and Samba Reggae. Its aluminum shell ensures a durable yet lightweight build, while the epoxy-coated hardware adds extra robustness and longevity.Another standout feature: Gope uses the same slim, compact, yet stable brackets found on their ultralight surdos. This innovative design significantly reduces the overall weight, making the repinique easy to handle even during long rehearsals and performances.The shell is welded at the seam, enhancing its acoustic properties. Unlike folded seams, a welded shell vibrates more freely, resulting in a richer, fuller tone with pronounced resonance.Upgrade your percussion game with this ultralight repinique, the perfect choice for long parades, kids, young sambistas, or anyone seeking a lightweight instrument.
Contemp. Light
Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
Repinique 12''x 30 cm for Rio Samba or Samba Reggae, by Contemporanea
A Rio style or Afro Samba repinique in its most classical size for full and rich sound. The matt brushed shell and strong material produce a voluminous sound and authentical sound. Varnished hardware and brass nuts are part of this smart design.
The instruments of the Contemporanea LIGHT serie are all made of matt aluminium. Because they are optically kept simple and without expensive polishing techniques, they are cheaper than the PRO series instruments, their sound being just as great!
Contemp. Light
Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
Repinique 10''x 30 cm LIGHT
You like it small and nice?Compact 10'' repinique for Rio style Samba and Samba Reggae!Especially light-weight and suitable for kids!Don´t let the size fool you, despite its 10'' diameter this repinique can produce proper calls - and is not only suitable for small sambistas but also very handy as a travel repinique!The matt brushed shell and strong material produce a voluminous sound and authentical sound. Varnished hardware and brass nuts are part of this smart design.The instruments of the Contemporanea LIGHT serie are all made of matt aluminium. Because they are optically kept simple and without expensive polishing techniques, they are cheaper than the PRO series instruments, their sound being just as great!
Contemporânea
Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
Repinique 12'' x 30 cm Pro - 12 rodsFor Samba-Reggae fans!The repinique with 12 rods for high tunings by Contemporanea Pro features a particularly thick-walled and rustic aluminum shell, providing powerful calls and plenty of volume. Thicker instruments like this one from Contemporanea Pro have more power in the sound. Additionally, this repinique is equipped with 12 tension rods, which allows for a particularly high tuning, as they better distribute the pressure across the shell. The sound is excellent, but the instrument is slightly heavier due to the additional hardware.
Contemporânea
Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
Repinique 12'' x 30 cm PRO
This shiny polished repinique has an especially thick-walled and rustical aluminium body. With this feature it sounds full, warm and more voluminous than other instruments with thinner shells. Having 8 tension rods you can easily tune it up high and play it as well in Rio style Samba as in Samba Reggae and Bahian Styles.Fat sound, massive volume!
Gope
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Inexpensive repinique 12'' x 30cm made of sheet steel with 7 tension rods - Gope MAPU seriesBig sound for little money! This repinique has 7 tension rods and a simplified construction. The classic 12'' format is suitable for both Rio Samba and Samba Reggae. The reduced build and simple materials save costs. The shell, which is made of 0.65 mm galvanized carbon steel sheet with a slimmed-down head rest and coated rim / galvanised rods, is an affordable instrument with rustic, full sound qualities, slightly on the heavy side.
Gope
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Ultra-light repinique 12'' x 30cm - 7 tension rods, turquoise - GopeThis repinique has 7 tension rods as a special feature, right inbetween the commonly used 6 or 8 lugs, meaning that you can pitch up high without too much weight and use it for Rio Samba and Samba Reggae styles likewise. The shell is made of aluminium, the hardware is powdercoated. Another super feature here is that Gope now uses the extremely slim, small but very sturdy brackets as used for its series of ultralight surdos. The construction of ultralight hardware saves so much weight! The seam of the body is welded. Welded shells have a higher per centage of metal in their sound than folded shells, which comes in particularly handy when playing calls.
Gope
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Ultra-light repinique 12'' x 30cm - 7 tension rods, selfie cherry - GopeThis repinique has 7 tension rods as a special feature, right inbetween the commonly used 6 or 8 lugs, meaning that you can pitch up high without too much weight and use it for Rio Samba and Samba Reggae styles likewise. The shell is made of aluminium, the hardware is powdercoated. Another super feature here is that Gope now uses the extremely slim, small but very sturdy brackets as used for its series of ultralight surdos. The construction of ultralight hardware saves so much weight! The seam of the body is welded. Welded shells have a higher per centage of metal in their sound than folded shells, which comes in particularly handy when playing calls.
Gope
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Ultra-light repinique 12'' x 30cm - 7 tension rods, selfie blue - GopeThis repinique has 7 tension rods as a special feature, right inbetween the commonly used 6 or 8 lugs, meaning that you can pitch up high without too much weight and use it for Rio Samba and Samba Reggae styles likewise. The shell is made of aluminium, the hardware is powdercoated. Another super feature here is that Gope now uses the extremely slim, small but very sturdy brackets as used for its series of ultralight surdos. The construction of ultralight hardware saves so much weight! The seam of the body is welded. Welded shells have a higher per centage of metal in their sound than folded shells, which comes in particularly handy when playing calls.
Gope
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Ultra-light repinique 12'' x 30cm - 7 tension rods, orange - GopeThis repinique has 7 tension rods as a special feature, right inbetween the commonly used 6 or 8 lugs, meaning that you can pitch up high without too much weight and use it for Rio Samba and Samba Reggae styles likewise. The shell is made of aluminium, the hardware is powdercoated. Another super feature here is that Gope now uses the extremely slim, small but very sturdy brackets as used for its series of ultralight surdos. The construction of ultralight hardware saves so much weight! The seam of the body is welded. Welded shells have a higher per centage of metal in their sound than folded shells, which comes in particularly handy when playing calls.
Ivsom
Average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars
Repinique 12'' x 27 cm - yellow hardware, IvsomStylish and in typical IVSOM manner yellow galvanised hardware.Beautiful instrument with a light but present sound.The solid aluminium shell as well as all technical details are in well-established IVSOM quality. The tension rods are screwed down flush with the fittings in the ring. Smoothed out rims for ideal skin fitting, tension hoops, threads etc. are neatly manufactured.Amongst others, IVSOM provides the sambaschool Mocidade Independente de Padre Miguel in Rio de Janeiro with his instruments. Being a mechanic and a sambista himself, he has ideal knowledge and abilities for building high quality Samba instruments.
Izzo
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Bacurinha 8'' x 30 cm, aluminiumThe bacurinha is a mini-repinique, which has become quite popular, especially in the famous bloco of Timbalada. The way they are built is the same as standard repiniques, only a whole size smaller. As per its size of course it also sounds a lot higher, almost like a tamborim. The bacurinha brings fresh sound colour to your Samba Reggae bloco and is a nice supplement to the classical set of instruments you´ll find in an afro-Samba combo.By now you´ll see quite a lot of bacurinhas being played in the big blocos all over Europe.Small-sized fun repinique with a smart, matt brushed aluminium shell and chromed hardware.Well made repinique in 8'' bacurinha format by IZZO.
Contemporânea
Average rating of 4 out of 5 stars
Multi Pad for Samba drums - silent practice pad with metal rimshot simulator. Practise repinique and caixa at home, use as caixa emcima, surdo, rebolo, repique de mão or even for timbal and pandeiro.
Practising repinique at home with proper rimshots without driving the neighbours crazy - yes, awesome! Contemporânea has developed a silent practice pad especially for sambistas that has basically unbeatable versatility. A coated wooden frame that creates ideal rebound conditions and at the same time covers a wide range of Samba instruments. A piece of metal rim simulates rimshots. Marked sound zones remind you of hitting the correct zone on your drum. Cut-outs in the frame fit the pad perfectly in your lap over your legs and provide additional stability. You can also just pop the pad on top of the actual instrument. Or hold it in the crook of your arm like a caixa emcima or in your hand like a pandeiro. An accessory for playing at home, but also for warming up before gigs or for when you're on holiday to stay in shape.
All features at a glance:
Practice pad for caixa, caixa emcima, repinique, surdo and for instruments played entirely without sticks and mallets, such as timbal, repique de mão, pandeiro or rebolo.
Chrome-plated metal rim section for repinique and caixa rimshots
Sound zone markings to make sure you hit the right spot when practising: bass, medium and high
2 cut-outs for your legs on the bottom of the frame make it more comfortable and stable to place the pad on your lap when rehearsing. You can use the pad on your lap or on a chair, or directly on the instrument.
The cut-outs also function as handle if you want to use the pad as a practice pandeiro.
Lightweight at only approx. 900g
Compact dimensions: 12'' diameter; 6.5 cm frame width
Finish in matt black
Ivsom
Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
Repinique 12'' x 30 cm - galvanised steel sheet, IvsomSteel sheet instruments are the classical old school type of Samba instruments. They are not particularly pretty but have an amazing sound. The material is simple - galvanised steel sheet with no extras, plain and compressed sound power for Rio sambistas and also Samba Reggae players. 6 rods are the standard for Rio Samba, if you play with the rods up, you 'll have enough space for your hand inbetween.The typical sound of steel sheet instruments is somewhat rough, voluminous, powerful and makes crispy calls and tinkling rimshots a real pleasure. Steel sheet weighs more than aluminium or inox but makes up for it with incredible sound. Steel sheet drums won't win a beauty contest - although having nice Ivsom details - the surface will loose its gloss with the time and will turn matt. Steel sheet is also cheaper than aluminium, you'll get every penny worth with this repinique.A classic!
Timbra
Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
Repinique 12'' x 30cm - aluminiumTimbra uses thick-walled aluminium for most of its instruments, resulting in less overtones, rich mids and a present sound. With 8 tension rods you can tune the repinique to just the tuning you like - no matter if a lower oldschool is your cup of tea or a high crispy pitch. With 8 lugs this is a super Samba Reggae repinique for big time calls in your bloco!
Contemporânea
Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
Repinique 10'' x 30 cm PROYou like it small and nice?Compact 10'' repinique for Rio style Samba and Samba Reggae!Don´t let the size fool you, despite its 10'' diameter this repinique can produce proper calls - and is not only suitable for small sambistas but also very handy as a travel repinique!Good size also for youngster sambistas!Contemporanea uses thick-walled and rustical aluminium for building its instrument shells. The sound comes out full, warm and voluminous.
Gope
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Ultra-light repinique 12'' x 30cm - 7 tension rods, selfie cherry - GopeThis repinique has 7 tension rods as a special feature, right inbetween the commonly used 6 or 8 lugs, meaning that you can pitch up high without too much weight and use it for Rio Samba and Samba Reggae styles likewise. The shell is made of aluminium, the hardware is powdercoated. Another super feature here is that Gope now uses the extremely slim, small but very sturdy brackets as used for its series of ultralight surdos. The construction of ultralight hardware saves so much weight! The seam of the body is welded. Welded shells have a higher per centage of metal in their sound than folded shells, which comes in particularly handy when playing calls.
Gope
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Ultra-light repinique 12'' x 30cm - 7 tension rods, turquoise - GopeThis repinique has 7 tension rods as a special feature, right inbetween the commonly used 6 or 8 lugs, meaning that you can pitch up high without too much weight and use it for Rio Samba and Samba Reggae styles likewise. The shell is made of aluminium, the hardware is powdercoated. Another super feature here is that Gope now uses the extremely slim, small but very sturdy brackets as used for its series of ultralight surdos. The construction of ultralight hardware saves so much weight! The seam of the body is welded. Welded shells have a higher per centage of metal in their sound than folded shells, which comes in particularly handy when playing calls.
Gope
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Ultra-light repinique 12'' x 30cm - 7 tension rods, selfie blue - GopeThis repinique has 7 tension rods as a special feature, right inbetween the commonly used 6 or 8 lugs, meaning that you can pitch up high without too much weight and use it for Rio Samba and Samba Reggae styles likewise. The shell is made of aluminium, the hardware is powdercoated. Another super feature here is that Gope now uses the extremely slim, small but very sturdy brackets as used for its series of ultralight surdos. The construction of ultralight hardware saves so much weight! The seam of the body is welded. Welded shells have a higher per centage of metal in their sound than folded shells, which comes in particularly handy when playing calls.
Gope
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Ultra-light repinique 12'' x 30cm - 7 tension rods, orange - GopeThis repinique has 7 tension rods as a special feature, right inbetween the commonly used 6 or 8 lugs, meaning that you can pitch up high without too much weight and use it for Rio Samba and Samba Reggae styles likewise. The shell is made of aluminium, the hardware is powdercoated. Another super feature here is that Gope now uses the extremely slim, small but very sturdy brackets as used for its series of ultralight surdos. The construction of ultralight hardware saves so much weight! The seam of the body is welded. Welded shells have a higher per centage of metal in their sound than folded shells, which comes in particularly handy when playing calls.
Gope
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Inexpensive repinique 12'' x 30cm made of sheet steel with 7 tension rods - Gope MAPU seriesBig sound for little money! This repinique has 7 tension rods and a simplified construction. The classic 12'' format is suitable for both Rio Samba and Samba Reggae. The reduced build and simple materials save costs. The shell, which is made of 0.65 mm galvanized carbon steel sheet with a slimmed-down head rest and coated rim / galvanised rods, is an affordable instrument with rustic, full sound qualities, slightly on the heavy side.
Gope
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Bacurinha 8'' x 20 cm, aluminium - Samba Reggae style mini-repinique, #SelfieCherry
#Selfie - the new effect colours from Gope!Spiffy high-gloss varnish to glam up your stage- and street gigs!The bacurinha is a tiny repinique, which has become quite popular, especially in the famous bloco of Timbalada in Salvador. The are basically built the same way as standard-size repiniques, only two sizes smaller. Due to its smaller diameter it sounds a lot higher, almost like a tamborim. A bacurinha brings fresh and different sound colour to your Samba Reggae bloco and is a nice supplement to the classical set of instruments you´ll find in an afro-Samba combo. Bacurinhas have become really popular in Samba Reggae blocos all over Europe.Small-sized, very compact and fun-to-play repinique with bright red #SelfieCherry aluminium shell and matching red hardware. Light-weight 8'' mini-repinique by Gope.
Gope
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Ultralight repinique 12'' x 30 cm with 7 rods and black hardwareLooking for a lightweight repinique with unique features? This model offers 7 tension rods, placing it right between the usual 6 or 8-rod designs. The result? Excellent tuning flexibility with higher tension potential, all while staying impressively lightweight.The classic 12'' size makes it perfect for both Rio Samba and Samba Reggae. Its aluminum shell ensures a durable yet lightweight build, while the epoxy-coated hardware adds extra robustness and longevity.Another standout feature: Gope uses the same slim, compact, yet stable brackets found on their ultralight surdos. This innovative design significantly reduces the overall weight, making the repinique easy to handle even during long rehearsals and performances.The shell is welded at the seam, enhancing its acoustic properties. Unlike folded seams, a welded shell vibrates more freely, resulting in a richer, fuller tone with pronounced resonance.Upgrade your percussion game with this ultralight repinique, the perfect choice for long parades, kids, young sambistas, or anyone seeking a lightweight instrument.
Contemp. Light
Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
Repinique 12''x 30 cm for Rio Samba or Samba Reggae, by Contemporanea
A Rio style or Afro Samba repinique in its most classical size for full and rich sound. The matt brushed shell and strong material produce a voluminous sound and authentical sound. Varnished hardware and brass nuts are part of this smart design.
The instruments of the Contemporanea LIGHT serie are all made of matt aluminium. Because they are optically kept simple and without expensive polishing techniques, they are cheaper than the PRO series instruments, their sound being just as great!
Contemp. Light
Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
Repinique 10''x 30 cm LIGHT
You like it small and nice?Compact 10'' repinique for Rio style Samba and Samba Reggae!Especially light-weight and suitable for kids!Don´t let the size fool you, despite its 10'' diameter this repinique can produce proper calls - and is not only suitable for small sambistas but also very handy as a travel repinique!The matt brushed shell and strong material produce a voluminous sound and authentical sound. Varnished hardware and brass nuts are part of this smart design.The instruments of the Contemporanea LIGHT serie are all made of matt aluminium. Because they are optically kept simple and without expensive polishing techniques, they are cheaper than the PRO series instruments, their sound being just as great!
Contemporânea
Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
Repinique 12'' x 30 cm Pro - 12 rodsFor Samba-Reggae fans!The repinique with 12 rods for high tunings by Contemporanea Pro features a particularly thick-walled and rustic aluminum shell, providing powerful calls and plenty of volume. Thicker instruments like this one from Contemporanea Pro have more power in the sound. Additionally, this repinique is equipped with 12 tension rods, which allows for a particularly high tuning, as they better distribute the pressure across the shell. The sound is excellent, but the instrument is slightly heavier due to the additional hardware.
Contemporânea
Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
Repinique 12'' x 30 cm PRO
This shiny polished repinique has an especially thick-walled and rustical aluminium body. With this feature it sounds full, warm and more voluminous than other instruments with thinner shells. Having 8 tension rods you can easily tune it up high and play it as well in Rio style Samba as in Samba Reggae and Bahian Styles.Fat sound, massive volume!
Ivsom
Average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars
Repinique 12'' x 27 cm - yellow hardware, IvsomStylish and in typical IVSOM manner yellow galvanised hardware.Beautiful instrument with a light but present sound.The solid aluminium shell as well as all technical details are in well-established IVSOM quality. The tension rods are screwed down flush with the fittings in the ring. Smoothed out rims for ideal skin fitting, tension hoops, threads etc. are neatly manufactured.Amongst others, IVSOM provides the sambaschool Mocidade Independente de Padre Miguel in Rio de Janeiro with his instruments. Being a mechanic and a sambista himself, he has ideal knowledge and abilities for building high quality Samba instruments.
Izzo
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Bacurinha 8'' x 30 cm, aluminiumThe bacurinha is a mini-repinique, which has become quite popular, especially in the famous bloco of Timbalada. The way they are built is the same as standard repiniques, only a whole size smaller. As per its size of course it also sounds a lot higher, almost like a tamborim. The bacurinha brings fresh sound colour to your Samba Reggae bloco and is a nice supplement to the classical set of instruments you´ll find in an afro-Samba combo.By now you´ll see quite a lot of bacurinhas being played in the big blocos all over Europe.Small-sized fun repinique with a smart, matt brushed aluminium shell and chromed hardware.Well made repinique in 8'' bacurinha format by IZZO.
Contemporânea
Average rating of 4 out of 5 stars
Multi Pad for Samba drums - silent practice pad with metal rimshot simulator. Practise repinique and caixa at home, use as caixa emcima, surdo, rebolo, repique de mão or even for timbal and pandeiro.
Practising repinique at home with proper rimshots without driving the neighbours crazy - yes, awesome! Contemporânea has developed a silent practice pad especially for sambistas that has basically unbeatable versatility. A coated wooden frame that creates ideal rebound conditions and at the same time covers a wide range of Samba instruments. A piece of metal rim simulates rimshots. Marked sound zones remind you of hitting the correct zone on your drum. Cut-outs in the frame fit the pad perfectly in your lap over your legs and provide additional stability. You can also just pop the pad on top of the actual instrument. Or hold it in the crook of your arm like a caixa emcima or in your hand like a pandeiro. An accessory for playing at home, but also for warming up before gigs or for when you're on holiday to stay in shape.
All features at a glance:
Practice pad for caixa, caixa emcima, repinique, surdo and for instruments played entirely without sticks and mallets, such as timbal, repique de mão, pandeiro or rebolo.
Chrome-plated metal rim section for repinique and caixa rimshots
Sound zone markings to make sure you hit the right spot when practising: bass, medium and high
2 cut-outs for your legs on the bottom of the frame make it more comfortable and stable to place the pad on your lap when rehearsing. You can use the pad on your lap or on a chair, or directly on the instrument.
The cut-outs also function as handle if you want to use the pad as a practice pandeiro.
Lightweight at only approx. 900g
Compact dimensions: 12'' diameter; 6.5 cm frame width
Finish in matt black
Ivsom
Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
Repinique 12'' x 30 cm - galvanised steel sheet, IvsomSteel sheet instruments are the classical old school type of Samba instruments. They are not particularly pretty but have an amazing sound. The material is simple - galvanised steel sheet with no extras, plain and compressed sound power for Rio sambistas and also Samba Reggae players. 6 rods are the standard for Rio Samba, if you play with the rods up, you 'll have enough space for your hand inbetween.The typical sound of steel sheet instruments is somewhat rough, voluminous, powerful and makes crispy calls and tinkling rimshots a real pleasure. Steel sheet weighs more than aluminium or inox but makes up for it with incredible sound. Steel sheet drums won't win a beauty contest - although having nice Ivsom details - the surface will loose its gloss with the time and will turn matt. Steel sheet is also cheaper than aluminium, you'll get every penny worth with this repinique.A classic!
Timbra
Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
Repinique 12'' x 30cm - aluminiumTimbra uses thick-walled aluminium for most of its instruments, resulting in less overtones, rich mids and a present sound. With 8 tension rods you can tune the repinique to just the tuning you like - no matter if a lower oldschool is your cup of tea or a high crispy pitch. With 8 lugs this is a super Samba Reggae repinique for big time calls in your bloco!
Contemporânea
Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
Repinique 10'' x 30 cm PROYou like it small and nice?Compact 10'' repinique for Rio style Samba and Samba Reggae!Don´t let the size fool you, despite its 10'' diameter this repinique can produce proper calls - and is not only suitable for small sambistas but also very handy as a travel repinique!Good size also for youngster sambistas!Contemporanea uses thick-walled and rustical aluminium for building its instrument shells. The sound comes out full, warm and voluminous.