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PRODUCT OF THE DAY: PLENERA SET

23 Mar 2011

The Plenera is a traditional frame drum from Puerto Rico. The frames are made from rugged plastic and external mechanical lugs tune the hand-selected goatskin heads. The Plenera Set has the feel and sizes of the authentic folkloric Plenera with the advantages of modern materials. (8" Quinto, 10" Seguidor, 12" Tumbador)

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PRODUCT OF THE DAY: IRISH BODHRAN

18 Mar 2011

Bodhrans are known for their earthy and warm tones. MEINL offers an Irish model that comes with an extra deep frame and a dampening layer on the head. The Irish Bodhran features an extra-deep shell for a rich, full sound, and an extra dampening layer on the rim to reduce overtones. The traditional cross brace has been removed to enable direct hand pressure on the head for contemporary pitch-bending techniques.

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Journey Series Rope Tuned Djembes Nominated For The 2011 m.i.p.a. Award

16 Mar 2011

We are proud to announce that our Journey Series Rope Tuned Djembes have been nominated for a 2011 m.i.p.a. award in the Percussion Instrument category. The Musikmesse International Press Award (m.i.p.a.) is one of the most significant recognitions in the music instrument industry. More than 100 specialized music magazines from all over the world vote for what they consider to be the best of recently released instruments. The awards will be presented to the winners at a special m.i.p.a ceremony to be held at the upcoming Musikmesse in Frankfurt on April 07.

PRODUCT OF THE DAY: MARATHON® SERIES TURBO TIMBALES (US PATENT)

10 Mar 2011

The MEINL Turbo Timbales come with extra deep shells for super projection and great bass tones. Black powder coating on the outside produces a dry, crisp and warm response.

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PRODUCT OF THE DAY: HEADLINER® SERIES 11" & 12" CONGA SET - BLACK FINISH

09 Mar 2011

The 11” & 12” pair is a full-sized entry level conga set. They have superb projection, warm tones, light weight and features found on professional congas. They offer outstanding quality and great value in the budget price range. This is a pair of congas you will want to keep around as you develop your skills.

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PRODUCT OF THE DAY: TAMPEIRO (US PATENT)

08 Mar 2011

Three pairs of steel jingles on a wooden tamborim frame create an exciting new sound. A traditional sharp cutting tamborim with a bright metallic accent! It may also be played with pandeiro techniques, for lighter accompaniment.

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PRODUCT OF THE DAY: PROFESSIONAL FIBERGLASS DIDGERIDOO

04 Mar 2011

Our Professional Didgeridoo is made from premium fiberglass for unsurpassed stability and long life. A flared bell enhances the sound projection, and the hand-painted designs make them truly beautiful.

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