The 30 best hand percussion brands

  • 30 brands ranked
  • Ranked by brand visibility

Latin Percussion, MEINL and Stagg lead our ranking of 30 hand percussion brands. Compare what each brand makes, visit its official site, or shop it online.

Hand Percussion brands, ranked

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    Latin Percussion

    Latin Percussion is a brand of percussion instruments and associated instructional materials. With a focus on Peruvian culture, the company brands its products with imagery from pre-Columbian art. The company became very popular, with world-renowned percussionist Willie Bobo using it during a recording session. Later developments also focused on Latin American music styles, often containing images from traditional art on the instruments to highlight their cultural heritage.

    Popularity 10.0/10

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    MEINL

    Meinl is a distributor of musical instruments based in Germany. It provides cajons, congas, djembes, bass drums, stack drums, timbas, hand percussion, and bags. Meinl inspires you to take your drumming to a new level with its products. Their new range consists of journey series bongo, jumbo djembe, and foot rattle. It believes that everyone can explore the world of music without any age, sex, social or ethnic barrier.

    Popularity 8.8/10

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    Stagg

    Music is life itself. Stagg makes it more beautiful by manufacturing musical instruments for all the musicians. Its mission is to offer superior instruments, audio and lighting, and accessories at an affordable cost. They have guitars, cymbals and percussion, band, and orchestra instruments. The team of specialists designers customizes products according to your needs without compromising with the quality. Stagg designs products that are loved and helps the musician to play their best every time.

    Popularity 5.1/10

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    Tycoon Percussion

    Tycoon Percussion is a maker of musical instruments. They have 37 years of expertise, beginning in 1983. Their goods are available all around the world. It is the only company that owns and manages its own manufacturing for hand percussion. They have innovative products with unique designs that are the quickest to market. They exclusively utilize certified, renewable, plantation-farmed wood to produce their products. It provides clients with much more value than any other brand in the hand percussion industry.

    Popularity 4.1/10

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    SONOR

    Music has in it the magic that can rejuvenate the dullest of souls. SONOR, a company established long back in 1875, still manages to carry that magic by the medium of its exquisite drums. Among the oldest musical instrument companies to exist, SONOR is also the best of its kind in the global market. No wonder the percussion instruments made by this German-based company served countless popular bands in musical history. Some of the best products that have earned acclaim include the Sonor Snare drums and the Sonor AQ2 series.

    Popularity 3.5/10

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    Rhythm Tech

    While recording at a world-famous studio in New York, Richard Taninbaum realized that the conventional shape of the round tambourine was not viable to play for longer hours. Hence, he was determined to make a tambourine that didn’t feel as heavy, was easier to play, and still sounded good. Rhythm Tech provides not only tambourines but also Cajons, Drums, Blocks, Cabasas, and Bells & Blocks.

    Popularity 3.5/10

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    Remo

    Remo Head is one of the biggest drumhead manufacturing companies that has been making synthetic drumheads for over 60 years. They focus on providing the highest technical and musical benefits through their products and are pioneers in percussions. The company offers its customers innovative drumming accessories made by professionals with durable and weather-resistant materials. Their drumheads are used by drumheads globally for various genres of music like Rock and Jazz.

    Popularity 3.3/10

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    LP

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    Popularity 3.0/10

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    Schlagwerk

    Are you tired of listening to music that sounds more like noise? Are you looking for something that perfectly blends with your choice of sound? Then Schlagwerk is the best platform for you to fulfill your music wishes. With their...

    Popularity 2.6/10

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    HOHNER

    Hohner manufactures musical instruments such as harmonicas and accordions to enjoy and celebrate the passion for music. Matthias Hohner founded it in Trossingen,  Germany, in 1857. Hohner, along with its dedicated yet qualified artisans, devotes itself as a brand to...

    Popularity 2.5/10

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    Toca

    Let Toca Percussion products get you tapping your feet and grooving to the beat. With an increasing interest in health and wellness, hand drumming is fast picking up as a recreational hobby. These products are designed and developed with a...

    Popularity 2.4/10

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    Percussion Plus

    Established in 1987, Percussion Plus is a top producer of percussion instruments for the UK and worldwide. The business manufactures a range of products and has expanded over the past 30 years. The firm takes special pride in the high...

    Popularity 2.3/10

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    GEWA

    Music is nature's painkiller, and GEWA has provided this medicine since 1925. This company manufactures and distributes over 35,000 music instruments and their accessories. From string bows to fretted instruments and their bags and cases, every device a musician can...

    Popularity 1.7/10

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    Nino Percussion

    Nino Percussion is a brand under the family-run business, Meinl. They manufacture dynamic products that continue to challenge everyone in the company to improve the quality of their products. From the defects found in the materials to the errors in...

    Popularity 1.6/10

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    Artist

    Artist Guitars US, founded by Ian Bush in 2009, is a guitar manufacturing brand that produces guitar accessories and bags along with amplifiers, drums, drum accessories, microphones, headphones, violins, etc. Their vision is to sell the best valuable guitars at...

    Popularity 1.5/10

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    Mano Percussion

    Greg Dyer – Mano Percussion | A world of rhythms – making a world of difference! A world of rhythms - making a world of difference! I'm Greg Dyer and Mano Percussion is dedicated to making rhythm, percussion and drumming...

    Popularity 1.3/10

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    Gon Bops

    Gon Bops is among the oldest manufacturers and sellers of Latin American drums. The company has established itself as a pioneer when it comes to dealing with Latin American drum-based musical instruments. The products manufactured are innovative while being true...

    Popularity 1.2/10

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    Evans

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    Popularity 1.0/10

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    Zildjian

    Zildjian is the world's oldest and most well-known cymbal manufacturer. For almost 400 years, they have established the benchmark for more extraordinary musical instruments. They are proud of their distinct legacy, unwavering standards, and ongoing commitment to innovation. You can...

    Popularity 1.0/10

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    First Act

    First Act Music offers superior musical instruments for children of all ages. They specialize in teaching your child to play musical instruments that are elegantly made and simple to use. It is their pleasure to assist you in nurturing your...

    Popularity 1.0/10

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    World Percussion

    Samba World Percussion has been manufacturing percussion instruments and distributing them to music stores around Australia since 1994. These unique percussion instruments are sourced from all across the world. They have 26 years of experience purchasing their stuff online. A...

    Popularity 1.0/10

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    Pearl

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    Popularity 0.8/10

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    Ludwig

    Ludwig is a company that was founded back in 1900. This is the final destination for every drummer. It does not matter if you are an amateur or a professional; the company makes drums for all. You can find snare...

    Popularity 0.6/10

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    Rhythm Band

    Acing the music space for the last 60 years, Rhythm band brings you high-quality and efficient music instruments that will give you a soothing experience. From boomwhackers to recorders, the company has products that will excite not only the kids...

    Popularity 0.6/10

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    TreeWorks

    The chime on Treeworks is the best sounding, most outstanding quality, and has the best functionality. The carefully chosen fibers used in TreeWorks chimes are braided and individually hand-tied to each bar after being selected for their extraordinary strength. Each...

    Popularity 0.6/10

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    MEINL Percussion Percussion

    If you are a music enthusiast who enjoys experimenting with musical instruments or a trained drummer, you should check out Meinl Percussion the next time you go instrument shopping. This band manufactures musical instruments and equipment. Buyers can obtain a...

    Popularity 0.6/10

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    CB

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    Popularity 0.4/10

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    Gibraltar

    Gibraltar is a manufacturer of residential mailboxes. They have various products made in different sizes and shapes to be available to homeowners. They are designed to meet the needs of the customers. They come in multiple styles to fit the...

    Popularity 0.4/10

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    Tama

    Tama Enterprises Tokyo is a Japanese company established in 1956. Tama Enterprise primarily provides car thermostats and sensors that are used to restore the temperature of your car's engine. Their product line includes Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor, Water Temperature Sensor,...

    Popularity 0.4/10

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    Green Tones

    With Green Tones, there's no need to raise a generation dependent on technology for entertainment. Produced with sustainable materials, Green Tones offers toys and musical instruments that assist in enhanced cognitive development in your child. Furthermore, Green Tones' products improve...

    Popularity 0.4/10