It is a feature unique in the world that the jingles of the patented Kolberg Tambourine can be exchanged quickly and easily due to the removable pins. In just a few steps the musician creates his individual instrument distinctive in sound using a pool of chrome, nickel and bronze jingles. There are no more limits to the sound spectrum thanks to the possibilities of variation and assembly of the different jingles.
German patent no. DE 295 16 842 U1 documents the innovations of the Kolberg tambourine with changeable jingles and accessories:
removable pins for the jingles
the special treatment of the outer edge of the head for permanent thumb roll
the permanent thumb roll
attachment that neutralises stand vibration
the clamp holder
the rubber mounting pieces
the tuning and damping knob as well as damper that can keep the instrument in an inclined position for quick pick-up
Distinctive and individual sound spectrum through combination and assembly of different types of jingles:
Bronze jingles, hammered and hand crimped
full, warm, dark, sonorous rustling sound
great variety of sounds due to individual nuances of the hammered and hand crimped bronze jingles
sensitive response in all dynamics
especially effective amongst the full mf - ff orchestra sound
Nickel jingles, hammered and hand crimped
dry, succinct, medium bright sound
great variety of sounds due to individual nuances of the hammered and hand crimped jingles of nickel alloy
precise, very direct response
medium bright sound, assertive in the orchestra p - ff
Chrom jingles
delicate, bright, sparkling sound
very easy and reliable response down to the extreme pianissimo, also in the most sensitive parts
Special Head Treatment
Transparent premium-quality calf heads (Kalfo): The head is glued directly to the shell by means of a special manufacturing process, thus avoiding plastic stripping or the hindrance of clips and tacks.
Special head treatment:
The edge of the head in ist entire circumference is treated with a particular compound that does away with the need to wet the thumb for rolls!
Directly across from the grip the head treatment compound is applied somewhat wider, providing a larger friction surface.
Shell
Made from a single piece of multi-glued plies of European common beech
Absolute stability and light weight essential for ease of playing
Ergonomically formed grip:
Very good control of play
Comfortable holding and damping
The tambourine can be picked up quickly and noiselessly with one hand
Removeable pins with soft rubber coating so that the tambourine can be laid down in absolute silence
