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From Guiros to Ganzeiros, the Drum Center of Portsmouth is your home for quality Hand Percussion instruments. We stock many cool items from Treeworks, Pearl, Tycoon and Meinl. Get your hands on these dynamic instruments and add some flair to your sound!
Frequently Asked Questions
Hand Percussion FAQs
What is hand percussion?
Hand percussion refers to small percussion instruments played without sticks — shakers, claves, tambourines, cowbells, frame drums, blocks, triangles, and many others. They add rhythmic and tonal color to virtually any musical setting.
Why do drummers need hand percussion?
Adding hand percussion to a drum set or studio session expands your sound palette dramatically. Shakers, claves, and tambourines are some of the most-recorded percussion in modern pop, rock, country, and R&B.
What hand percussion should I own first?
A tambourine, an egg shaker (or studio shaker), claves, and a cowbell cover most situations. Beyond that, a small djembe or cajon opens up acoustic and softer playing settings.
Is hand percussion used in rock and pop?
Yes — hand percussion is everywhere in modern recording. Shakers and tambourines layer under drum kit parts in countless rock and pop records, often adding subtle motion and texture without changing the overall feel.
Can hand percussion replace a drum kit?
In some acoustic and singer-songwriter settings, yes — a cajon plus a few hand percussion pieces can carry the rhythm section. Many touring acoustic acts rely on this setup for portability and intimate venues.
Which brands of hand percussion does DCP carry?
Drum Center of Portsmouth carries Meinl, LP, Remo, Toca, Gon Bops, Tycoon, Rhythm Tech, Schlagwerk, and other major percussion makers — across price points from entry-level to professional.