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General information

Contrary to the opinion of many percussionists in Europe, in Salvador the timbal is not a typical instrument in samba reggae or in the drum groups of the Blocos Afro. Either the timbal is completely absent or it is only used for a short time during stage performances: here and there to accompany a vocal intro, here and there in a break in a question-and-answer game with the bateria, and that's it. In Europe, on the other hand, the timbal is often used across styles within a group. Samba-reggae grooves, like ilê aiyê rhythms, are often spiced up with the sharp sounds of the timbal .

The timbal was popularised by Carlinhos Brown and his group Timbalada. With this group, the name of the instrument says it all: Timbal ada. The ending -ada is used in Portuguese to emphasise that there is a lot of something. And there are a lot of timbals in Timbalada. During timbalada street parades, there are often several rows of timbaleiros in front of the bateria, which have a decisive influence on the overall sound.

Tips and tricks

Maintenance

Occasional light oiling of the threads on the tensioning hooks will keep the nuts moving smoothly. Relaxing the head after playing will prevent the shell from warping.

Tuning

Starting with the axé bands from Bahia, an extremely high tuning of the timbal has become more and more popular. In the past, 6 tension hooks were standard, but nowadays you often find timbales with 8, 10 and 16 tension hooks. In this way, the great force generated by a high skin tuning and exerted on the shell is evenly distributed.

It is best to tune the drum 'crosswise'. This means that you start by changing the tuning on one tensioning hook, then move to the opposite tensioning hook to loosen or tighten the nut. Then you put the wrench on the next hook, and so on, until you have reached the desired pitch. If you place a hand in the middle of the head and strike the head with a stick close to the tensioning hook, you will hear the sound the head makes at that point. This allows you to check the pitch at each hook. The aim is to have the same pitch at each hook.
Using a spanner with a ratchet function makes tuning easier.

Strap

The timbal is carried with a shoulder strap. The open hooks used in Brazil allow the instrument to be put on and taken off quickly. A more relaxed playing position can be achieved by attaching a metal ring to the tensioning hook, into which the hook can be hooked. A more comfortable alternative is to use straps that cross over both shoulders like braces. This distributes the weight of the timbal evenly over both shoulders.

Heads

A standard 175 micron plastic head produces a sound rich in overtones with sharp slaps and a nice bass. A thicker 250 micron head produces more open tones and a more balanced bass/open/slaps ratio. With the new type of underside coated heads you get a short sustain and warm open tones.

Timbals

Timbal aluminium 14''x90cm
Izzo
Timbal aluminium 14''x90cm
Timbal 14'' x 90 cm - aluminium with 16 hooksIn the last couple of years, the Axé pop-bands but also the street blocos have stuck to the trend of constantly pitching up their timbals as high as they possibly could. To keep up with the high technical requirements somebody clever came up with the idea to spread the power that presion produces on the instrument by installing more tension hooks. So now there are timbals with 16 (!!) hooks. Like this it is possible to tune up the nylon heads to a maximum without risking a deshaped drum. The power by pression acting on the shell through the tension hooks is spread on the body equally while the tuning remains at a maximum and the drum stays physically stable.Izzo's 16-hook timbal has fantastcally sharp open tones, whipping slaps and deep and strong bass sounds in the center of the head. The slightly higher weight is easily compensated through the modern sound qualities.An outstanding instrument!

€218.00*
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DEAL | Timbal aluminium 14''x90cm
Izzo
DEAL | Timbal aluminium 14''x90cm
Classic tall aluminium timbal with 8 hooks, thick P3 skin (250 micron) and chrome-plated hardware for all styles.

€145.00* €178.00* (18.54% saved)
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Timbal aluminium 14''x80cm
Izzo
Timbal aluminium 14''x80cm
Timbal 14‘’ x 80 cm - aluminium with 16 tension rods - crisp street timbal sound in a compact intermediate sizeThe perfect intermediate size between the 90cm standard timbal and the short 70cm timbal.This 80cm timbal is the ideal size for you if you are looking for a compact timbal without having to compromise on sound. The diameter is 14‘’, the same as the taller 90cm timbals, only the shell is slightly shorter. In contrast to wooden timbals, aluminium always sounds a little sharper and punchier. Timbals with 16 tension rods can be tuned really high, the high number of hooks distribute the forces evenly across the shell. Rich and crisp slaps, powerful open tones and full basses characterise this compact instrument. With an aluminium shell, you don't have to worry about rainy weather, even during a carnival parade.Many Axé pop bands as well as traditional blocos have been following the trend of tuning timbals extremely high for years now. More tension hooks transfer the high forces generated when pitching the instrument very high to the shell. This invention paved the way for this trend: The shell is built for extremely high tunings that could not be reached with a more traditional timbal.More material (tension hooks, reinforcing elements) naturally also adds weight, but at 80cm you save a few grams thanks to the shorter shell.Crisp, high sound, robust and stylish to play in a variety of styles.

€199.00*
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Timbal aluminium 14''x80cm
Izzo
Timbal aluminium 14''x80cm
Timbal 14‘’ x 80 cm - crisp street timbal sound in a compact intermediate size80cm high shells are the perfect intermediate size between the 90cm standard timbal and the short 70cm timbal.Ideal if you are looking for a compact instrument without having to compromise on sound. The diameter is 14‘’ - the same as the full-size timbals, except that the shell is slightly shorter. In contrast to wooden timbals, aluminium always sounds a little sharper and punchier. Crisp slaps, powerful open tones and rich basses characterise this compact instrument. With an aluminium shell, you don't have to worry about wind and rain, even during a carnival parade. With 6 hooks, the timbal is more suitable for regular tuning and not excessively high pitches, but it has less hardware than timbals with many hooks and therefore weighs considerably less. Well built, crisp sound, robust and can be used in a variety of styles.

€159.00*
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DEAL
Timbal aluminium 14''x70cm DEAL
Izzo
Timbal aluminium 14''x70cm DEAL
Timbal 14'' x 70 cm - aluminiumCompact street timbal made of aluminium sheet, ideal for kids, younger or shorter sambistas.The sound of aluminium timbals is sharper than that of wooden timbals. Great sound for good vibes in your bloco, and aluminium is resistant to weather conditions, making it ideal for street gigs and parades. The 70 cm height is a practical compact size for smaller sambistas or for kids and teenagers. The shell is fitted with a comfort rim.The aluminium is brushed for a matt finish and has excellent sound characteristics.

€139.00* €161.00* (13.66% saved)
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Timbal wood 14''x90cm blue
Contemporânea
Timbal wood 14''x90cm blue
Timbal 14'' x 90 cm - wood, ocean blueThe classic 90 cm timbal made of plywood sheets and covered with a thick layer of ocean blue paint and a second layer of clear lacquer giving it visual depth. 90 cm timbals have a larger sound body according to which they sound more voluminous than short timbals. The timba is well-made and of the reliable Contemporanea standard, robust and suitable for street gigs and parades! The rim is smoothed out neatly and equipped with a hand-friendly chromed comfort rim. On the inside level where the tuning position is, an additional reinforcement ring is inserted. All Contemporanea timbals come with supernylon heads which have a special fibreglass layer on the reverse side. Those heads produce a full and open sound with only few overtones. As it is the case with many other wood instruments, the sound is generally a bit warmer and not as sharp-sounding as aluminium instruments.

€279.00*
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Timbal aluminium 14''x80cm
Contemporânea
Timbal aluminium 14''x80cm
14'' x 80cm timbal - compact size for big time soundJust what we needed: the perfect in-between-size between the standard 90cm timbal and the short 70cm timbal for shorter sambistas.This 80cm timbal is an ideal size if you are looking for a compact timbal without having to cut back on sound quality. The diametre is a standard 14'' - same as the high timbals, only that the body is shorter. The Contemporanea PRO series builds with thick-walled aluminium giving their instruments a full and voluminous sound. 16 hooks and the specially designed timbal head make this timbal super attractive and also allow the the typical extra-high Bahia style pitching without any efforts. Aluminium timbals sound sharper than wooden timbals. If you play many outdoor gigs with your bloco, you'll find the sound of this aluminium timbal easier to recognise as it is more present. If it rains much where you live, no more worries about your instrument as aluminium timbals are really easy to maintain and they don't give much about humidity. Keep in mind that 16 tension hooks mean a lot of hardware, you will notice this in the weight of the instrument, even though this 80cm version already saves you almost 1 kg compared to the 90cm / 16 hook model. If you plan to walk many street parades, you might be better off with a lighter model. The polished aluminium is definitively an eye-catcher, and the chromed comfort rim protects your hands.

€329.00*
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Timbal aluminium 14''x90cm
Contemporânea
Timbal aluminium 14''x90cm
Aluminium timbal with 8 tension hooks, by ContemporaneaTimbals made of aluminium sound sharper than wooden timbals. So if you play many outdoor gigs, you´ll find an advantage in the sound simply because it is more present than a wood timbal. And if you can´t make friends with central-European climate, at least you can now take your timbal outside without having to worry. Aluminium timbals are pragmatically rain resistant though of course if they get wet, they need some attention.The tension hoop is rounded off so can comfortably play, and the polished aluminium is rustical and shiny-shiny!Street-timbal by heart!

€281.00*
Timbal wood 14''x70cm
Contemporânea
Timbal wood 14''x70cm
Timbal 14'' x 70 cm - woodThe short 70 cm timbal for smaller timbaleiros is made of varnished plywood sheets. The timba is the well-made and reliable Contemporanea standard, robust and suitable for streetgigs and parades! The rim is smoothed out neatly and equipped with a hand-friendly chromed comfort rim. On the inside level where the tuning position is, an additional reinforcement ring is inserted. All Contemporanea timbals come with supernylon heads which have a special fibreglas layer on the reverse side. Those heads produce a full and open sound with only few overtones. As it is the case with many other wood instruments, the sound is generally a bit warmer and not as sharp-sounding as aluminium instruments.

€219.00*
Details
Timbal 14''x70cm red
Contemporânea
Timbal 14''x70cm red
Timbal 14'' x 70 cm - wood, glowing redThe short 70 cm timbal for smaller timbaleiros is made of varnished plywood sheets, painted with a thick layer of ruby red and a second layer of clear lacquer giving it visual depth.The timba is well-made and of the reliable Contemporanea standard, robust and suitable for streetgigs and parades! The rim is smoothed out neatly and equipped with a hand-friendly chromed comfort rim. On the inside level where the tuning position is, an additional reinforcement ring is inserted. All Contemporanea timbals come with supernylon heads which have a special fibreglas layer on the reverse side. Those heads produce a full and open sound with only few overtones. As it is the case with many other wood instruments, the sound is generally a bit warmer and not as sharp-sounding as aluminium instruments.

€239.00*
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Timbal wood 14''x70cm
Contemporânea
Timbal wood 14''x70cm
Timbal 14'' x 70 cm - 16 hooks, varnished woodThe new trend from Salvador da Bahia: a timbal with 16 tension rods. This timbal easily pitches up high for the authentic Bahia sound. The 16 tension rods spread the force of the pressure evenly onto the body.The instrument is made of varnished plywood sheets.Theoretically you can pitch this timbal up the same as an aluminium timbal with 16 hooks, nevertheless, it sounds nicer and warmer if you leave some of the characteristic low tuning which makes a wood shell sounds especially pretty.The timba is well-made and of the reliable Contemporanea standard, robust and suitable for street gigs and parades! The rim is smoothed out neatly and equipped with a hand-friendly chromed comfort rim. On the inside level where the tuning position is, an additional reinforcement ring is inserted. All Contemporanea timbals come with super nylon heads which have a special fibreglass layer on the reverse side. Those heads produce a full and open sound with only few overtones. As it is the case with many other wood instruments, the sound is generally a bit warmer and not as sharp-sounding as aluminium instruments.

€274.00*
Details
Timbal 14''x70cm blue
Contemporânea
Timbal 14''x70cm blue
Timbal 14'' x 70 cm - wood, blue colorThe short 70 cm timbal for smaller timbaleiros is made of varnished plywood sheets, painted with a thick layer of deep blue and a second layer of clear lacquer giving it visual depth.Coloured timbals are only available by Contemporanea!The timba is the well-made and reliable Contemporanea standard, robust and suitable for streetgigs and parades! The rim is smoothed out neatly and equipped with a hand-friendly chromed comfort rim. On the inside level where the tuning position is, an additional reinforcement ring is inserted. All Contemporanea timbals come with supernylon heads which have a special fibreglas layer on the reverse side. Those heads produce a full and open sound with only few overtones. As it is the case with many other wood instruments, the sound is generally a bit warmer and not as sharp-sounding as aluminium instruments.

€239.00*
Details
Timbal 14''x70cm citrus green
Contemporânea
Timbal 14''x70cm citrus green
Timbal 14'' x 70 cm - wood, gleaming citrus greenThe short 70 cm timbal for smaller timbaleiros is made of varnished plywood sheets, painted with a thick layer of  luminous citrus green and a second layer of clear lacquer giving it visual depth.Coloured timbals are only available by Contemporanea!The timba is the well-made and reliable Contemporanea standard, robust and suitable for streetgigs and parades! The rim is smoothed out neatly and equipped with a hand-friendly chromed comfort rim. On the inside level where the tuning position is, an additional reinforcement ring is inserted. All Contemporanea timbals come with supernylon heads which have a special fibreglas layer on the reverse side. Those heads produce a full and open sound with only few overtones. As it is the case with many other wood instruments, the sound is generally a bit warmer and not as sharp-sounding as aluminium instruments.

€239.00*
Details
Timbal aluminium 14''x70cm
Contemporânea
Timbal aluminium 14''x70cm
Timbal 14'' x 70 cm - aluminiumThe sound of an aluminium timbal immediately puts your bloco in a good mood!Alu timbals sound sharper than wooden timbals.Also they are not as sensitive to climatic conditions and therefore ideal for street gigs! The 70 cm height is practical for smaller timbaleiros or youngsters.The polished aluminium in a treat for the eye, and the chromed comfort rim takes care of your hands.Street timbal by heart!

€258.00*
Details
Timbal aluminium 14''x90cm
Timbra
Timbal aluminium 14''x90cm
Timbal 14'' x 90 cm - standard 16 tension hook aluminium modellSuper high tuning, clear and smacky slaps, strong and full opens, deep and warm bass tones - the shiny aluminium timbal endures a lot and gives back even more. Timbra is a top brand in the Brazilian scene and have managed to create a total high-end and professional timbal line, now popular and known across the world. In the last couple of years, many axé-pop bands but also quite some blocos have been following the trend of high-pitching their timbals to the limit. Then somebody had the clever idea to spread the higher force impact on the shell by using more tuning hooks. This was the cornerstone for a new trend: the timbal is made of strong hard-wood, on its inside an additional enforcement ring is placed to ensure constant stability. The body is built exactly for its purpose of extreme pitching, which would not be possible with a traditional timbal. The timbal is of great workmanship which you will definitively see, hear and feel.More material (tension hooks, reinforcement elements) naturally mean more weight, which won´t matter anyways if you put the timbal in a stand and play stage gigs. The sound is worth every gramm!This timbal is a jewel, a feast for percussionists and music lovers, it is robust, well manufactured and original Bahian style - it has all it takes to enter new musical areas in Brazilian style-, Jazz-, Pop- or Wordlmusic bands.

€245.00*
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Timbal Custom 14''x90cm Serie 3
Timbra
Timbal Custom 14''x90cm Serie 3
Timbra Custom Series - Limited Edition foiled 14''x90cm TimbalBeautiful special edition with a design to die for, absolute pro-sound properties, aluminium for strong volume and 16 hooks for the crispest tuning. Powerful open tones and massive bass. Only to be given into extremely good sambista hands ;)

€286.00*
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Timbal Custom 14''x90cm Serie 2
Timbra
Timbal Custom 14''x90cm Serie 2
Timbra Custom Series - Limited Edition foiled 14''x90cm TimbalBeautiful special edition with a design to die for, absolute pro-sound properties, aluminium for strong volume and 16 hooks for the crispest tuning. Powerful open tones and massive bass. Only to be given into extremely good sambista hands ;)

€286.00*
Details
New
Timbal 14''x90cm blue bike
Timbra
Timbal 14''x90cm blue bike
14'' x 90 cm timbal with 16 high-tension hooks, aluminium shellCrisp tuning, clear and smacky slaps, powerful open tones, rich basses – this model from the top brand Timbra with 16 hooks can withstand the highest tuning! Many Axé Pop bands, Samba Reggae blocos and also Samba schools in Rio have been following the trend of tuning timbals extremely high for quite some years. In order to better distribute the high forces that occur when tuning high and to avoid overloading the shell, the tension is distributed to the shell by using more hooks. An additional reinforcing ring helps to balance the pressure. The shell is built for tunings that would not be possible with a traditional timbal. Very well made instrument.More material, like tension hooks and reinforcing elements, naturally adds some weight. But once the timbal is on the stand on stage, the extra weight is no longer an issue – every gram is worth it for the sound! And with a good strap, you can still carry it comfortably as usual.A true visual standout and a tonal masterpiece, robust and high-quality, crafted in the authentic Bahian style – this timbal fits perfectly into diverse musical worlds, from Samba Reggae blocos and Rio style batucadas to Brazilian, jazz, pop, or world music bands.

€264.00*
Details
New
Timbal 14''x90cm red
Timbra
Timbal 14''x90cm red
14'' x 90 cm timbal with 16 high-tension hooks, aluminium shellCrisp tuning, clear and smacky slaps, powerful open tones, rich basses – this model from the top brand Timbra with 16 hooks can withstand the highest tuning! Many Axé Pop bands, Samba Reggae blocos and also Samba schools in Rio have been following the trend of tuning timbals extremely high for quite some years. In order to better distribute the high forces that occur when tuning high and to avoid overloading the shell, the tension is distributed to the shell by using more hooks. An additional reinforcing ring helps to balance the pressure. The shell is built for tunings that would not be possible with a traditional timbal. Very well made instrument.More material, like tension hooks and reinforcing elements, naturally adds some weight. But once the timbal is on the stand on stage, the extra weight is no longer an issue – every gram is worth it for the sound! And with a good strap, you can still carry it comfortably as usual.A true visual standout and a tonal masterpiece, robust and high-quality, crafted in the authentic Bahian style – this timbal fits perfectly into diverse musical worlds, from Samba Reggae blocos and Rio style batucadas to Brazilian, jazz, pop, or world music bands.

€264.00*
Details
New
Timbal 14''x90cm green
Timbra
Timbal 14''x90cm green
Timbal 14'' x 90 cm mit 16 Spannhaken für hohe Spannung, AluminiumkesselHöchste Stimmung, klare und knackige Slaps, kräftige open Tones, satte Bässe - das Modell mit 16 Spannhaken der Top-Marke Timbra hält knackig-hohe Stimmungen aus! Viele Axé-Popbands, Samba Reggae Blocos und auch Sambaschulen in Rio folgen seit einigen Jahren dem Trend, Timbals extrem hoch zu stimmen. Um die hohen Kräfte, die beim Hochstimmen entstehen, besser zu verteilen und den Kessel nicht zu überlasten, wird die Spannung über mehr Spannhaken auf den Kessel verteilt. Ein zusätzlicher Verstärkungsring hilft bei der Kräfteverteilung. Der Korpus ist für die Stimmungen gebaut, die mit einer traditionellen Timbal nicht realisierbar wären. Sehr gute Verarbeitung.Mehr Material, wie Spannhaken und Verstärkungselemente, bedeutet natürlich auch mehr Gewicht. Doch sobald die Timbal auf der Bühne im Ständer steht, spielt das keine Rolle mehr – jeder zusätzliche Gramm ist es für den Sound wert! Mit einem guten Gurt kannst Du die Timbal natürlich auch einfach wie gewohnt tragen.Ein echtes optisches Highlight, ein klangliches Vergnügen, robust und hochwertig verarbeitet, im original Bahian Style – diese Timbal hat seinen Platz in verschiedenen musikalische Welten, von Blocos und Baterias hin zu Brasil-, Jazz-, Pop- oder Weltmusikbands.

€264.00*
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Timbals

DEAL
Timbal aluminium 14''x70cm DEAL
Izzo
Timbal aluminium 14''x70cm DEAL
Timbal 14'' x 70 cm - aluminiumCompact street timbal made of aluminium sheet, ideal for kids, younger or shorter sambistas.The sound of aluminium timbals is sharper than that of wooden timbals. Great sound for good vibes in your bloco, and aluminium is resistant to weather conditions, making it ideal for street gigs and parades. The 70 cm height is a practical compact size for smaller sambistas or for kids and teenagers. The shell is fitted with a comfort rim.The aluminium is brushed for a matt finish and has excellent sound characteristics.

€139.00* €161.00* (13.66% saved)
Details
Timbal aluminium 14''x90cm
Izzo
Timbal aluminium 14''x90cm
Timbal 14'' x 90 cm - aluminium with 16 hooksIn the last couple of years, the Axé pop-bands but also the street blocos have stuck to the trend of constantly pitching up their timbals as high as they possibly could. To keep up with the high technical requirements somebody clever came up with the idea to spread the power that presion produces on the instrument by installing more tension hooks. So now there are timbals with 16 (!!) hooks. Like this it is possible to tune up the nylon heads to a maximum without risking a deshaped drum. The power by pression acting on the shell through the tension hooks is spread on the body equally while the tuning remains at a maximum and the drum stays physically stable.Izzo's 16-hook timbal has fantastcally sharp open tones, whipping slaps and deep and strong bass sounds in the center of the head. The slightly higher weight is easily compensated through the modern sound qualities.An outstanding instrument!

€218.00*
Details
Timbal 14''x70cm blue
Contemporânea
Timbal 14''x70cm blue
Timbal 14'' x 70 cm - wood, blue colorThe short 70 cm timbal for smaller timbaleiros is made of varnished plywood sheets, painted with a thick layer of deep blue and a second layer of clear lacquer giving it visual depth.Coloured timbals are only available by Contemporanea!The timba is the well-made and reliable Contemporanea standard, robust and suitable for streetgigs and parades! The rim is smoothed out neatly and equipped with a hand-friendly chromed comfort rim. On the inside level where the tuning position is, an additional reinforcement ring is inserted. All Contemporanea timbals come with supernylon heads which have a special fibreglas layer on the reverse side. Those heads produce a full and open sound with only few overtones. As it is the case with many other wood instruments, the sound is generally a bit warmer and not as sharp-sounding as aluminium instruments.

€239.00*
Details
Timbal 14''x70cm citrus green
Contemporânea
Timbal 14''x70cm citrus green
Timbal 14'' x 70 cm - wood, gleaming citrus greenThe short 70 cm timbal for smaller timbaleiros is made of varnished plywood sheets, painted with a thick layer of  luminous citrus green and a second layer of clear lacquer giving it visual depth.Coloured timbals are only available by Contemporanea!The timba is the well-made and reliable Contemporanea standard, robust and suitable for streetgigs and parades! The rim is smoothed out neatly and equipped with a hand-friendly chromed comfort rim. On the inside level where the tuning position is, an additional reinforcement ring is inserted. All Contemporanea timbals come with supernylon heads which have a special fibreglas layer on the reverse side. Those heads produce a full and open sound with only few overtones. As it is the case with many other wood instruments, the sound is generally a bit warmer and not as sharp-sounding as aluminium instruments.

€239.00*
Details
Timbal 14''x70cm red
Contemporânea
Timbal 14''x70cm red
Timbal 14'' x 70 cm - wood, glowing redThe short 70 cm timbal for smaller timbaleiros is made of varnished plywood sheets, painted with a thick layer of ruby red and a second layer of clear lacquer giving it visual depth.The timba is well-made and of the reliable Contemporanea standard, robust and suitable for streetgigs and parades! The rim is smoothed out neatly and equipped with a hand-friendly chromed comfort rim. On the inside level where the tuning position is, an additional reinforcement ring is inserted. All Contemporanea timbals come with supernylon heads which have a special fibreglas layer on the reverse side. Those heads produce a full and open sound with only few overtones. As it is the case with many other wood instruments, the sound is generally a bit warmer and not as sharp-sounding as aluminium instruments.

€239.00*
Details
Timbal aluminium 14''x70cm
Contemporânea
Timbal aluminium 14''x70cm
Timbal 14'' x 70 cm - aluminiumThe sound of an aluminium timbal immediately puts your bloco in a good mood!Alu timbals sound sharper than wooden timbals.Also they are not as sensitive to climatic conditions and therefore ideal for street gigs! The 70 cm height is practical for smaller timbaleiros or youngsters.The polished aluminium in a treat for the eye, and the chromed comfort rim takes care of your hands.Street timbal by heart!

€258.00*
Details
Timbal aluminium 14''x80cm
Izzo
Timbal aluminium 14''x80cm
Timbal 14‘’ x 80 cm - crisp street timbal sound in a compact intermediate size80cm high shells are the perfect intermediate size between the 90cm standard timbal and the short 70cm timbal.Ideal if you are looking for a compact instrument without having to compromise on sound. The diameter is 14‘’ - the same as the full-size timbals, except that the shell is slightly shorter. In contrast to wooden timbals, aluminium always sounds a little sharper and punchier. Crisp slaps, powerful open tones and rich basses characterise this compact instrument. With an aluminium shell, you don't have to worry about wind and rain, even during a carnival parade. With 6 hooks, the timbal is more suitable for regular tuning and not excessively high pitches, but it has less hardware than timbals with many hooks and therefore weighs considerably less. Well built, crisp sound, robust and can be used in a variety of styles.

€159.00*
Details
Timbal aluminium 14''x80cm
Izzo
Timbal aluminium 14''x80cm
Timbal 14‘’ x 80 cm - aluminium with 16 tension rods - crisp street timbal sound in a compact intermediate sizeThe perfect intermediate size between the 90cm standard timbal and the short 70cm timbal.This 80cm timbal is the ideal size for you if you are looking for a compact timbal without having to compromise on sound. The diameter is 14‘’, the same as the taller 90cm timbals, only the shell is slightly shorter. In contrast to wooden timbals, aluminium always sounds a little sharper and punchier. Timbals with 16 tension rods can be tuned really high, the high number of hooks distribute the forces evenly across the shell. Rich and crisp slaps, powerful open tones and full basses characterise this compact instrument. With an aluminium shell, you don't have to worry about rainy weather, even during a carnival parade.Many Axé pop bands as well as traditional blocos have been following the trend of tuning timbals extremely high for years now. More tension hooks transfer the high forces generated when pitching the instrument very high to the shell. This invention paved the way for this trend: The shell is built for extremely high tunings that could not be reached with a more traditional timbal.More material (tension hooks, reinforcing elements) naturally also adds weight, but at 80cm you save a few grams thanks to the shorter shell.Crisp, high sound, robust and stylish to play in a variety of styles.

€199.00*
Details
Timbal Custom 14''x90cm Serie 2
Timbra
Timbal Custom 14''x90cm Serie 2
Timbra Custom Series - Limited Edition foiled 14''x90cm TimbalBeautiful special edition with a design to die for, absolute pro-sound properties, aluminium for strong volume and 16 hooks for the crispest tuning. Powerful open tones and massive bass. Only to be given into extremely good sambista hands ;)

€286.00*
Details
Timbal Custom 14''x90cm Serie 3
Timbra
Timbal Custom 14''x90cm Serie 3
Timbra Custom Series - Limited Edition foiled 14''x90cm TimbalBeautiful special edition with a design to die for, absolute pro-sound properties, aluminium for strong volume and 16 hooks for the crispest tuning. Powerful open tones and massive bass. Only to be given into extremely good sambista hands ;)

€286.00*
Details
Timbal aluminium 14''x90cm
Timbra
Timbal aluminium 14''x90cm
Timbal 14'' x 90 cm - standard 16 tension hook aluminium modellSuper high tuning, clear and smacky slaps, strong and full opens, deep and warm bass tones - the shiny aluminium timbal endures a lot and gives back even more. Timbra is a top brand in the Brazilian scene and have managed to create a total high-end and professional timbal line, now popular and known across the world. In the last couple of years, many axé-pop bands but also quite some blocos have been following the trend of high-pitching their timbals to the limit. Then somebody had the clever idea to spread the higher force impact on the shell by using more tuning hooks. This was the cornerstone for a new trend: the timbal is made of strong hard-wood, on its inside an additional enforcement ring is placed to ensure constant stability. The body is built exactly for its purpose of extreme pitching, which would not be possible with a traditional timbal. The timbal is of great workmanship which you will definitively see, hear and feel.More material (tension hooks, reinforcement elements) naturally mean more weight, which won´t matter anyways if you put the timbal in a stand and play stage gigs. The sound is worth every gramm!This timbal is a jewel, a feast for percussionists and music lovers, it is robust, well manufactured and original Bahian style - it has all it takes to enter new musical areas in Brazilian style-, Jazz-, Pop- or Wordlmusic bands.

€245.00*
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Timbal wood 14''x70cm
Contemporânea
Timbal wood 14''x70cm
Timbal 14'' x 70 cm - 16 hooks, varnished woodThe new trend from Salvador da Bahia: a timbal with 16 tension rods. This timbal easily pitches up high for the authentic Bahia sound. The 16 tension rods spread the force of the pressure evenly onto the body.The instrument is made of varnished plywood sheets.Theoretically you can pitch this timbal up the same as an aluminium timbal with 16 hooks, nevertheless, it sounds nicer and warmer if you leave some of the characteristic low tuning which makes a wood shell sounds especially pretty.The timba is well-made and of the reliable Contemporanea standard, robust and suitable for street gigs and parades! The rim is smoothed out neatly and equipped with a hand-friendly chromed comfort rim. On the inside level where the tuning position is, an additional reinforcement ring is inserted. All Contemporanea timbals come with super nylon heads which have a special fibreglass layer on the reverse side. Those heads produce a full and open sound with only few overtones. As it is the case with many other wood instruments, the sound is generally a bit warmer and not as sharp-sounding as aluminium instruments.

€274.00*
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Timbal wood 14''x90cm blue
Contemporânea
Timbal wood 14''x90cm blue
Timbal 14'' x 90 cm - wood, ocean blueThe classic 90 cm timbal made of plywood sheets and covered with a thick layer of ocean blue paint and a second layer of clear lacquer giving it visual depth. 90 cm timbals have a larger sound body according to which they sound more voluminous than short timbals. The timba is well-made and of the reliable Contemporanea standard, robust and suitable for street gigs and parades! The rim is smoothed out neatly and equipped with a hand-friendly chromed comfort rim. On the inside level where the tuning position is, an additional reinforcement ring is inserted. All Contemporanea timbals come with supernylon heads which have a special fibreglass layer on the reverse side. Those heads produce a full and open sound with only few overtones. As it is the case with many other wood instruments, the sound is generally a bit warmer and not as sharp-sounding as aluminium instruments.

€279.00*
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Timbal wood 14''x70cm
Contemporânea
Timbal wood 14''x70cm
Timbal 14'' x 70 cm - woodThe short 70 cm timbal for smaller timbaleiros is made of varnished plywood sheets. The timba is the well-made and reliable Contemporanea standard, robust and suitable for streetgigs and parades! The rim is smoothed out neatly and equipped with a hand-friendly chromed comfort rim. On the inside level where the tuning position is, an additional reinforcement ring is inserted. All Contemporanea timbals come with supernylon heads which have a special fibreglas layer on the reverse side. Those heads produce a full and open sound with only few overtones. As it is the case with many other wood instruments, the sound is generally a bit warmer and not as sharp-sounding as aluminium instruments.

€219.00*
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Timbal aluminium 12''x70cm
Contemp. Light
Timbal aluminium 12''x70cm
Compact timbal 12'' x 70cm for young sambistas! Smaller diameter, short shell and comfort rim - this small, light compact timbal is ideal for kids and the new generation of youngster sambistas!

€169.00*
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Timbal 14''x90cm purple
Gope
Timbal 14''x90cm purple
Allrounder aluminium timbal 14'' x 90 cm with 10 hooks, powder-coated finish - purple - GopeBig time bass tones and smacky slaps are en vogue with this model, 10 hooks allow for crisp tuning. Aluminium timbals add a sharper touch to your sound especially for street- and any outdoor gigs. This type of timbal is super easy to maintain, weather resistant and robust. The hardware is trimmed to a minimum weight - typical Gope style for lightweight construction; a rounded comfort rim makes playing particularly comfortable. The shell is welded at the seam, which emphasises more shell content in the sound, as the materials can resonate better. Nice all-rounder for all styles!

€263.00*
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Timbal 14''x90cm orange
Gope
Timbal 14''x90cm orange
Allrounder aluminium timbal 14'' x 90 cm with 10 hooks, powder-coated finish - orange - GopeBig time bass tones and smacky slaps are en vogue with this model, 10 hooks allow for crisp tuning. Aluminium timbals add a sharper touch to your sound especially for street- and any outdoor gigs. This type of timbal is super easy to maintain, weather resistant and robust. The hardware is trimmed to a minimum weight - typical Gope style for lightweight construction; a rounded comfort rim makes playing particularly comfortable. The shell is welded at the seam, which emphasises more shell content in the sound, as the materials can resonate better. Nice all-rounder for all styles!

€263.00*
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Timbal 14''x90cm green
Gope
Timbal 14''x90cm green
Allrounder aluminium timbal 14'' x 90 cm with 10 hooks, powder-coated finish - green - GopeBig time bass tones and smacky slaps are en vogue with this model, 10 hooks allow for crisp tuning. Aluminium timbals add a sharper touch to your sound especially for street- and any outdoor gigs. This type of timbal is super easy to maintain, weather resistant and robust. The hardware is trimmed to a minimum weight - typical Gope style for lightweight construction; a rounded comfort rim makes playing particularly comfortable. The shell is welded at the seam, which emphasises more shell content in the sound, as the materials can resonate better. Nice all-rounder for all styles!

€260.00*
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Timbal Selfie 14''x70cm blue
Gope
Timbal Selfie 14''x70cm blue
Timbal 14'' x 70 cm aluminium - selfie blue 16 hooksCompact timbal in 70cm, ideal for kids, students and short sambistas. At 14", it has a full diameter and can be tuned to a crisp pitch with 16 tension hooks. Short shells have less sustain, so if you want more oomph, take a look at the 80cm and 90cm timbals. Aluminium is perfect for all weather conditions, is easy to clean and robust. Gope is known for its lightweight construction and beautiful powder-coated finish. 

€270.00*
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Timbal 14''x70cm Didá red
Gope
Timbal 14''x70cm Didá red
Timbal 14'' x 70 cm aluminium - DIDÁ red 16 hooksDidá (Banda Feminina) is a bloco afro for women in Salvador, founded by Neguinho do Samba, which performs afro-Brazilian percussion, rehearses publicly in the heart of Salvador and has long been very successful. Gope has created a tribute to the group with its signature instrument series Didá in several colours. This series supports Didá's mission to empower women through music.Compact timbal in 70cm, ideal for kids, students and short sambistas. At 14", it has a full diameter and can be tuned to a crisp pitch with 16 tension hooks. Short shells have less sustain, so if you want more oomph, take a look at the 80cm and 90cm timbals. Aluminium is perfect for all weather conditions, is easy to clean and robust. Gope is known for its lightweight construction and beautiful powder-coated finish. 

€270.00*
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