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Tamborim >> Rio Samba - correct pronunciation
Playing
Function
The tamborins make up about 15% of the total 'ritmistas' in the bateria of an escola de samba. They are usually placed relatively far forward in the bateria (usually just behind the cuicas or chocalhos) and have a similar function to a brass section in a big band (to reinforce or play around melodies and lyrics with a fixed 'desenho'). In principle, however, the tamborins always introduce the first part of a samba with a so-called 'subida' (entrance), then support the rhythm with the carreteiro and only play less full lines and patterns in the second part of the samba.
In a bateria in Rio, the tamborim players make up about 15 per cent of all the ritmistas.
Patterns
Techniques
The tamborim is generally held in the weak hand at about chest height and played from above with the strong hand. In the pagode, the index or middle finger of the weak hand is often used to support the rhythm of the strong hand and occasionally to press on the head from below to raise the tone slightly.
In Rio Samba, the tamborim is spun on its axis with the weak hand using a very fast technique called carreteiro, and played with the strong hand both from above and below. There are 3 different turning techniques:
1) the traditional way (also called 'old turning technique' or 3-1)
2) dhe modern way (also called 'new turning technique' or 2-1)
3) the very rare 1 por 1 technique, which is also the basic technique of the Frigideira.
Another turning technique has been developed, the 2-2 technique, which is based on a double rebound, but is not yet a mainstream technique.
In the 3 por 1 technique, as the name suggests, you play three notes from the top of the tamborim and one note from the bottom, but the order of the strokes is as follows: The first note is simply played from above on the tamborim, the second also from above, but the tamborim is turned down and ends with the stick under the tamborim after the stroke. The third note is the inversion of the second, i.e. beating from the bottom up, again turning the tamborim, and the fourth note is again a simple one from the top on the head.
In the 2 por 1 technique, as the name suggests, two notes are struck on the tamborim from the top and one from the bottom, with the swing and flexibility of the whip producing two notes from the bottom. The first note is struck by turning the tamborim downwards, the second is struck from below, the third is struck almost automatically as the tamborim moves upwards, and only the fourth note is struck again simply from above.
The 1 por 1 technique is the easiest to understand, but certainly the most difficult to learn and play at high speed. You turn the tamborim with each note, alternating between hitting one from above and one from below.
General information
Rio Samba
The tamborim is a small frame drum with a diameter of 6 inches. For playing in the big samba schools, the frame is usually made of metal and the head is made of nylon, which is necessary for tuning the instrument. There are also tamborins with wooden frames. The tamborim is probably the only samba instrument that originated in Brazil. In samba de enredo or batucada, the tamborim is covered with a plastic skin, tuned very high and played with a plastic whip. When the tamborin was first created, these instruments were not round but rectangular and covered with natural skins. There is a story that all the cats disappeared from the streets just before the carnival because their heads were needed for the tamborins.
Pagode
In the pagode or rodas de samba, you will occasionally find tamborins with natural skins that are played with wooden sticks. The basic pattern is the 'telecoteco' rhythm, which makes it possible to tell which of the two bars you are in. Occasionally 'carreteiro' is also played (see Techniques - Rio Samba).
Tips and tricks
Maintenance
To keep the nuts running smoothly and extend their life, apply a little oil to the threads with a cloth from time to time.
Tuning
The tamborim in the Rio Samba is tuned very high, producing a sharp, metallic, high-pitched sound. Unfortunately, the high tension also means that the head breaks more easily than on other samba instruments and needs to be replaced. Tamborins with a high frame are often tuned a little lower, so that the sound has less 'pock' and more 'plop', which is particularly popular with those who play the old 3-1 technique.
In the pagoda or in a roda de samba you will find tamborins in a variety of tunings. A slightly lower tuning makes it easier to play variations by dampening the inside of the head with your fingers.
Sticks
For Pagode and Samba de Roda you can use any wooden stick. In Rio Samba, the tamborim is played with a plastic whip with 1-7 plastic sticks. For the 'new' 2:1 turning technique a rather soft and therefore short whip with 5-7 sticks is recommended, for the 'old' 3:1 turning technique and the very rare 1:1 turning technique a somewhat harder whip with 1-3 sticks is recommended.
Heads
In samba de enredo or batucada, the tamborins are always fitted with plastic heads. These days they are also made a little thicker, which increases their short life span. In the Pagode and in the Rodas de Samba you can occasionally find tamborins with natural skins. These are not tuned as high and are played with a wooden stick.
Tamborins
Izzo
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Tamborim with aluminium frame available in different colours, 6 hooks, frame height 45 mmA classic design and inexpensive tamborim made of grooved aluminium with 6 hooks.You are looking for an inexpensive, light and solid instrument? With only 6 hooks, a comfortable frame height and playing feel this is an ideal tamborim for turning techniques and all tamborim players who like larger gaps between the hooks. The tamborim is not suitable for extremely high tuning, its 'sweet spot' is somewhat oldschool - in the mid and lower tuning range.Great instrument for beginners and schools!
Variants from €31.80*
Ivsom
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Rio Samba tamborim by IVSOM - 6 lugsIVSOM has developed a tamborim according to the latest Rio Samba standards and trends: a fearly high light-weight frame made of inox with a very pleasant touch and strong sound. Tamborim players are admirably agile, strong of omemory sambistas who remember hundreds of signs and arrangements that go together with the lyrics of the Samba de enredo. The smallest drum in the pool of Samba percussion instruments is at the same time one of the most challenging. Not only that you have to learn different turning techniques and a pile of arrangements, there 's also the synchrone-playing.Authentic Rio-style tamborim - a weapon!
Ivsom
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Ribbed aluminium tamborim with 6 hooks - absolute Rio style!
Ivsom is a stylish manufacturer from Rio with a lot of experience in building high quality Samba instruments and close contact to musicians and sambistas from the scene. Here he has developed a professional, robust tamborim which you can easily pitch up high. Excellent and very dry sound just the way the Samba schools in Rio like it! 6 hooks are suitable for those tamborim players who prefer larger gaps inbetween the hooks. For beginners this tam is just as recommendable as for the pros who are already technically fit and know the turning techniques, you will love it! The tamborim is especially thick-walled and has a high percentage of frame in its sound. Authentically Rio!
Contemporânea
Average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars
Extra high frame, 8 hooks - Chris Quade Couto's signature tamborim, ContemporaneaThe story behind this tam is refreshingly pragmatic:Chris Quade Couto wanted a tamborim with an extra high frame for his large hands and also because he holds the tam with only his thumb on the outside and all other fingers on the inner frame. This holding technique has become quite popular, but if the frame is not high enough, the finger tips will touch the head from the inside. From a technical point of view, this way to hold is is a matter of taste, as you can't turn the tamborim on its own axis. You will have to compensate with your wrist. This again many players find a lot easier, as less weight is put on the pinky as if you held the tam in your spread open hand.Typical Contemporanea: thick-walled aluminium which features a saturated, full and present sound. Thicker sheet and a higher shell produce a somewhat fuller, not necessarily louder but more open, slightly lower tone. If you want more to the sound than just the regular 'pock' of a super high pitched tam, then this instrument will be able to give you what you are looking for.On its lower side, the tamborim edge is curved to the inside providing more holding comfort and many tamborim players actually find this shape very enjoyable.A professional instrument for Rio-style bateria freaks who play a lot.Chris Quade Couto is a musician and multi-percussionist from Cologne, Germany and has been playing with G.R.E.S. Unidos da Tijuca in the Grupo Especial of Rio's top league Samba for many years. On the tam, he is an absolute professional and Contemporanea has dedicated this signature instrument to him.
Contemp. Light
Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
Tamborim LIGHT aluminium tamborim - frame height 50mm, 6 hooksA light modell with simple design. If you like bright and clear sounds then this one is right for you. The light weight is a big pro for tamborim beginners. Sound-technically the instrument is not too voluminous. A solid tamborim for all occasions with varnished hardware by Contemporanea Light.
Gope
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Tamborim 6'' Frisado (with grooved frame) - orangeStrong, thick-walled frame for a rich sound and a lot of body in the sound. Solid professional tamborim with 6 tension hooks.
Gope
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Tamborim 6'' Frisado (with grooved frame) - whiteStrong, thick-walled frame for a rich sound and a lot of body in the sound. Solid professional tamborim with 6 tension hooks.
Gope
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Tamborim 6'' Frisado (with grooved frame) - selfie cherryStrong, thick-walled frame for a rich sound and a lot of body in the sound. Solid professional tamborim with 6 tension hooks.
Gope
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Tamborim 6'' Frisado (with grooved frame) - selfie blueStrong, thick-walled frame for a rich sound and a lot of body in the sound. Solid professional tamborim with 6 tension hooks.
Gope
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Tamborim 6'' Frisado (with grooved frame) - Reels green-turquoiseStrong, thick-walled frame for a rich sound and a lot of body in the sound. Solid professional tamborim with 6 tension hooks.
Gope
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Grooved aluminium tamborim with 6 hooks, 44 mm frame heightTotally Rio style! A thick shell produces a nice and full sound with hardly any overtones - that also applies for tamborins! To keep the tamborim nice and light so that your arms won't fall off after a short time, aluminium grooves have been milled out. The tam immediately fits into your hand, having only 6 hooks the frame leaves enough space for your hand to find the right playing position. The frame has an average height of 4,4 cm and is completely equipped with chromed hardware. The shell has a straight finish on the bottom side and a nice and flat top so the head sits nice and flat.
Gope
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Mesh head tamborim - tamborim with practice head for silent-mode
Light, practical and a must for everyone who wants to practice tamborim back home without driving your neighbours nuts. The silent head looks and works just like a normal tamborim head. A sturdy net is pressed into an aluminium ring. You can use normal tamborim beaters for practising, convincingly real playing feel and almost noiseless! If you want, you can exchange the silent head with any 6'' nylon head of brands we offer.If you want to the 2in1 solution, just take the mesh head off and put a nylon head on:The frame is totally Rio style! A thick shell produces a nice and full sound with hardly any overtones! To keep the tamborim nice and light and your arms from falling off, aluminium grooves have been milled out - that saves weight! Having only 6 hooks, the frame leaves enough space for your hand to find the right playing position straight away. The frame has an average height of 4,4 cm and is completely equipped with chromed hardware. The shell has a straight finish on the bottom side and a nice and flat top so the head sits nice and flat.
B-Stock
R&G
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Tamborim 6'' - aluminium - 8 hooksTamborim with 8 tension hooks made with a grooved aluminium frame for powerful sounds in Rio-style baterias. Welded seam and wide head rest ensure solid sound quality. Authentic Rio, rustic finish.from R&G / Rio de Janeiro
Vagner Oliveira
Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
Tamborim 4'' natural head with plastic frame for soft sound in Choro and Samba de Mesa
Izzo
Average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars
Tamborim for beginners or for teaching, ABS plastic - green A simple but well made tamborim, made of ABS plastics. 6 lugs, a convenient frame hight and comfy feel are ideal for beginners, for kids, percussion class or occasional tamborim playing. This tam is an inexpensive alternative to the more costly aluminium instruments, but keep in mind that you can´t tune it up as high as a metal instrument.
available as a variant
Contemporânea
Average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars
Wood tamborim - 8 lugs, frame hight 50mm - ContemporaneaTamborim players who prefer the feeling of a wood instrument to metal will love this one. The frame is a 50mm medium-high one, the 8 hooks and tension hoop are chromed. A wooden frame sounds warmer than a metal frame and of course it also has a very different haptics - warmer and softer than metal. In exchange tuning it up very high is limited as wood of course is not as sturdy as aluminium. However, Contemporanea has created a professional and robust tamborim which is absolutely made for bateria playing!
Contemporânea
Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
Light-weight aluminium tamborim: 8 hooks, 50mm frame hight - ContemporaneaOne of our lightest tams: pleasant 50mm frame hight made of even aluminium with the bottim rim slightly curved to the inside. 100% bateria-qualified and on our bestseller list! The hardware is chromed, otherwise the design is kept simple, a very light instrument with top sound!
Contemporânea
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
6'' Practice tamborim for indoor training, warm-ups and technical rehearsals - silent exercise tamborimWhip up your carreteiro technique skills, do some tamborim homework in your flat without driving your neighbours nuts, take it on holiday with you or use to warm up before a gig. With this practice tamborim you can go ahead and play at home, you won't be bothering anybody, authentic yet silent sound qualities make this a really useful accessory for beginners and pros. Same size and weight as a real tamborim, effective training results!Features:coated, 3mm thick wood frame6'' diameter (tamborim standard size)frame height outside: 7cmframe height inside: 5cmapprox. 290gblack matt finishauthentic gripweight and size like normal tamborinssuitable for 2-1 and 3-1 carreteiro techniques
Tamborim beaters
Japa
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Handcrafted 3-strand tamborim beater by Luciano Japa, extra long - Pro stick for 3-1 techniqueTHE stick for absolute tamborim geeks! Authentic tamborim trend from Brazil for advanced tamborim players who want to pursue or develop a powerful playing style or also for tamborim freshmen who really want to go for it. The stick is 39cm long and therefore works best for the 'old' 3-1 technique. Due to the use of a high-density resin, the strands are very stiff and extremely tightly wrapped, so that an incredibly powerful, precise sound can be achieved with only 3 pins. Japa himself has an exceptionally powerful playing style, to which he has adapted his own creation in design and function. His many years in the professional Samba scene have helped to develop a tamborim beater that meets the demand not only to play loud and to the point, but also to be able to execute the 3-1 technique with endurance. A special feature of the stick is the disproportionately long handle, which is actually longer than the part of the strands you play with. The whole beater is designed that, even though you only have 3 strands, with a developed playing technique you'll be able to achieve incredible precision supported by the rigidity of the stick.Particularly suitable for:3-1 'old' turning techniqueadvanced / pro tamborim players with solid technique and staminabeginners who value authentic gear and playing styleprecise, powerful playingpeople who prefer a clean, clear soundFeatures:very long strandsoverlong handlevery rigid wrappinghigh density of the stick material provides a powerful, loud soundplastic loop for fin tuning of flexibilityconical tipsNot suitable for:2-1 'new' turning technique: the sticks are too hard and do not bend into the turning movement
available as a variant
KALANGO
Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
Tamborim beater PRO with 7 cylindrical rodsAn oldschool beater for tamborim players who also know the old turning technique, who don't turn or who like longer beaters. The rods are quite a bit longer than other beaters, and they don't have the conical knobbles on their tips, the balance is different. The grip is made of plastic.
Jorginho
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Absolute Rio Style: tamborim beater with 7 pins - various lengthsFor Samba de Enredo tamborim geeks! Absolute pro tamborim beaters with 7 pins for loud and powerful playing, suitable for both turning techniques, the 2-1 or 3-1. Jorginho makes each beater himself and has combined the perfect balance for good grip and an amazing playing feel.7 high-flex pins with conical tips provide ideal weighting.Tip: We recommend the shorter version for the new 2-1 technique and the longer one for the old 3-1 technique.
available as a variant
Jorginho
Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
Absolute Rio style - tamborim beater with 3 rods - 36 cmIn line with the trend! Tamborim beater with 3 rods are much in demand as you can play the old turning technique as well as the new one(s). Jorginho makes each beater himself and has found the perfect balance for good grip and amazing play feel.Tip: We recommend the shorter version for the new 2-1 technique and the longer one for the old 3-1 technique.
available as a variant
KALANGO
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Carioca Style: Tamborim beater with 3 pins in the lengths 33cm, 36cm and 39cmFully in line with the ongoing trend from Rio! The tamborim beaters with 3 pins are suitable for the 2-1, the 3-1 and other playing techniques, depending on the length. The CONTROL series has a stiff handle and high-flex rods, which gives the beater and the playing technique overall stability. The handle is not too thin and reinforced underneith the non-slip elastomer without creating unnecessary weight. The rods are made of flexible plastic with Mocidade style conical tips and a rubber ring that can be pushed forward for more rigidity and protects the rods during transport. In developing these beaters, we have used our many years of experience and discussions with top sambistas to ensure functionality for all levels and styles. This beater has the perfect balance, top feel, good grip and is a great companion for levels of players.Tip:Stiff handles are can make a big difference especially for tamborim beginners, because you can focus on learning a clean technique and the resistance provides stability which is particularly important in the beginning.The resistance also benefits the pros, as it saves strength when you play at high speeds and let's you fully enjoy your technique on a high level.
available as a variant
KALANGO
Average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars
CONTROL tamborim beater Mocidade style with stiff handle - semi hard7 conical, flexible thin rods with the typical conical tips and a stiff and solid grip. Because of the rigid handle you gain more control when playing. The beater is very suitable for both the 3/1 and the 2/1 technique. The beater is easy to guide and has a anti-slip elastomer grip with a comfortable touch feel.Also suitable for tamborim newcomers!HIGHFLEX / stiff handle
available as a variant
Izzo
Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
Simple tamborim beater with 2 rods for beginners or kids - different colours subject to availabilityA simple plastic tamborim beater with 2 rods. The beater is not suitable for the turning techniques! If you prefer playing less loud and are not planning to play turning techniques, this beater model is plenty.
available as a variant
Durastick
Average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars
Tamborim or agogo stick - cylindrical, American HickorySlim stick made of American Hickory wood for oldschool tamborim lines or for agogo bells.
Tamborins
Vagner Oliveira
Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
Tamborim 4'' natural head with plastic frame for soft sound in Choro and Samba de Mesa
Contemporânea
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
6'' Practice tamborim for indoor training, warm-ups and technical rehearsals - silent exercise tamborimWhip up your carreteiro technique skills, do some tamborim homework in your flat without driving your neighbours nuts, take it on holiday with you or use to warm up before a gig. With this practice tamborim you can go ahead and play at home, you won't be bothering anybody, authentic yet silent sound qualities make this a really useful accessory for beginners and pros. Same size and weight as a real tamborim, effective training results!Features:coated, 3mm thick wood frame6'' diameter (tamborim standard size)frame height outside: 7cmframe height inside: 5cmapprox. 290gblack matt finishauthentic gripweight and size like normal tamborinssuitable for 2-1 and 3-1 carreteiro techniques
Contemporânea
Average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars
Extra high frame, 8 hooks - Chris Quade Couto's signature tamborim, ContemporaneaThe story behind this tam is refreshingly pragmatic:Chris Quade Couto wanted a tamborim with an extra high frame for his large hands and also because he holds the tam with only his thumb on the outside and all other fingers on the inner frame. This holding technique has become quite popular, but if the frame is not high enough, the finger tips will touch the head from the inside. From a technical point of view, this way to hold is is a matter of taste, as you can't turn the tamborim on its own axis. You will have to compensate with your wrist. This again many players find a lot easier, as less weight is put on the pinky as if you held the tam in your spread open hand.Typical Contemporanea: thick-walled aluminium which features a saturated, full and present sound. Thicker sheet and a higher shell produce a somewhat fuller, not necessarily louder but more open, slightly lower tone. If you want more to the sound than just the regular 'pock' of a super high pitched tam, then this instrument will be able to give you what you are looking for.On its lower side, the tamborim edge is curved to the inside providing more holding comfort and many tamborim players actually find this shape very enjoyable.A professional instrument for Rio-style bateria freaks who play a lot.Chris Quade Couto is a musician and multi-percussionist from Cologne, Germany and has been playing with G.R.E.S. Unidos da Tijuca in the Grupo Especial of Rio's top league Samba for many years. On the tam, he is an absolute professional and Contemporanea has dedicated this signature instrument to him.
Gope
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Mesh head tamborim - tamborim with practice head for silent-mode
Light, practical and a must for everyone who wants to practice tamborim back home without driving your neighbours nuts. The silent head looks and works just like a normal tamborim head. A sturdy net is pressed into an aluminium ring. You can use normal tamborim beaters for practising, convincingly real playing feel and almost noiseless! If you want, you can exchange the silent head with any 6'' nylon head of brands we offer.If you want to the 2in1 solution, just take the mesh head off and put a nylon head on:The frame is totally Rio style! A thick shell produces a nice and full sound with hardly any overtones! To keep the tamborim nice and light and your arms from falling off, aluminium grooves have been milled out - that saves weight! Having only 6 hooks, the frame leaves enough space for your hand to find the right playing position straight away. The frame has an average height of 4,4 cm and is completely equipped with chromed hardware. The shell has a straight finish on the bottom side and a nice and flat top so the head sits nice and flat.
Ivsom
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Ribbed aluminium tamborim with 6 hooks - absolute Rio style!
Ivsom is a stylish manufacturer from Rio with a lot of experience in building high quality Samba instruments and close contact to musicians and sambistas from the scene. Here he has developed a professional, robust tamborim which you can easily pitch up high. Excellent and very dry sound just the way the Samba schools in Rio like it! 6 hooks are suitable for those tamborim players who prefer larger gaps inbetween the hooks. For beginners this tam is just as recommendable as for the pros who are already technically fit and know the turning techniques, you will love it! The tamborim is especially thick-walled and has a high percentage of frame in its sound. Authentically Rio!
Contemporânea
Average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars
Wood tamborim - 8 lugs, frame hight 50mm - ContemporaneaTamborim players who prefer the feeling of a wood instrument to metal will love this one. The frame is a 50mm medium-high one, the 8 hooks and tension hoop are chromed. A wooden frame sounds warmer than a metal frame and of course it also has a very different haptics - warmer and softer than metal. In exchange tuning it up very high is limited as wood of course is not as sturdy as aluminium. However, Contemporanea has created a professional and robust tamborim which is absolutely made for bateria playing!
B-Stock
R&G
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Tamborim 6'' - aluminium - 8 hooksTamborim with 8 tension hooks made with a grooved aluminium frame for powerful sounds in Rio-style baterias. Welded seam and wide head rest ensure solid sound quality. Authentic Rio, rustic finish.from R&G / Rio de Janeiro
Gope
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Tamborim 6'' Frisado (with grooved frame) - selfie blueStrong, thick-walled frame for a rich sound and a lot of body in the sound. Solid professional tamborim with 6 tension hooks.
Contemp. Light
Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
Tamborim LIGHT aluminium tamborim - frame height 50mm, 6 hooksA light modell with simple design. If you like bright and clear sounds then this one is right for you. The light weight is a big pro for tamborim beginners. Sound-technically the instrument is not too voluminous. A solid tamborim for all occasions with varnished hardware by Contemporanea Light.
Ivsom
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Rio Samba tamborim by IVSOM - 6 lugsIVSOM has developed a tamborim according to the latest Rio Samba standards and trends: a fearly high light-weight frame made of inox with a very pleasant touch and strong sound. Tamborim players are admirably agile, strong of omemory sambistas who remember hundreds of signs and arrangements that go together with the lyrics of the Samba de enredo. The smallest drum in the pool of Samba percussion instruments is at the same time one of the most challenging. Not only that you have to learn different turning techniques and a pile of arrangements, there 's also the synchrone-playing.Authentic Rio-style tamborim - a weapon!
Contemporânea
Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
Light-weight aluminium tamborim: 8 hooks, 50mm frame hight - ContemporaneaOne of our lightest tams: pleasant 50mm frame hight made of even aluminium with the bottim rim slightly curved to the inside. 100% bateria-qualified and on our bestseller list! The hardware is chromed, otherwise the design is kept simple, a very light instrument with top sound!
Gope
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Tamborim 6'' Frisado (with grooved frame) - Reels green-turquoiseStrong, thick-walled frame for a rich sound and a lot of body in the sound. Solid professional tamborim with 6 tension hooks.
Gope
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Tamborim 6'' Frisado (with grooved frame) - orangeStrong, thick-walled frame for a rich sound and a lot of body in the sound. Solid professional tamborim with 6 tension hooks.
Gope
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Tamborim 6'' Frisado (with grooved frame) - whiteStrong, thick-walled frame for a rich sound and a lot of body in the sound. Solid professional tamborim with 6 tension hooks.
Izzo
Average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars
Tamborim for beginners or for teaching, ABS plastic - green A simple but well made tamborim, made of ABS plastics. 6 lugs, a convenient frame hight and comfy feel are ideal for beginners, for kids, percussion class or occasional tamborim playing. This tam is an inexpensive alternative to the more costly aluminium instruments, but keep in mind that you can´t tune it up as high as a metal instrument.
available as a variant
Gope
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Tamborim 6'' Frisado (with grooved frame) - selfie cherryStrong, thick-walled frame for a rich sound and a lot of body in the sound. Solid professional tamborim with 6 tension hooks.
Gope
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Grooved aluminium tamborim with 6 hooks, 44 mm frame heightTotally Rio style! A thick shell produces a nice and full sound with hardly any overtones - that also applies for tamborins! To keep the tamborim nice and light so that your arms won't fall off after a short time, aluminium grooves have been milled out. The tam immediately fits into your hand, having only 6 hooks the frame leaves enough space for your hand to find the right playing position. The frame has an average height of 4,4 cm and is completely equipped with chromed hardware. The shell has a straight finish on the bottom side and a nice and flat top so the head sits nice and flat.
Izzo
Average rating of 0 out of 5 stars
Tamborim with aluminium frame available in different colours, 6 hooks, frame height 45 mmA classic design and inexpensive tamborim made of grooved aluminium with 6 hooks.You are looking for an inexpensive, light and solid instrument? With only 6 hooks, a comfortable frame height and playing feel this is an ideal tamborim for turning techniques and all tamborim players who like larger gaps between the hooks. The tamborim is not suitable for extremely high tuning, its 'sweet spot' is somewhat oldschool - in the mid and lower tuning range.Great instrument for beginners and schools!
Variants from €31.80*