MEINL Percussion Spin Spark Shaker – Medium

MEINL Percussion Spin Spark Shaker (Medium) – SH17
Unlock an extraordinary world of rhythmic textures and acoustic control with the Meinl Percussion Spin Spark Shaker (SH17). This innovative, medium-sized hand shaker features a specialized sound-shaping design that allows percussionists, studio producers, and sound designers to completely modify their tone and pitch on the fly.
Built with a rugged perforated steel body filled with premium steel pellets, it is finished in an elegant black nickel coating that perfectly matches the high aesthetic demands of your studio or live setup.
On-the-Fly Pitch Modulation (Spin Disc Technology)
What makes the Meinl Spin Spark Shaker revolutionary is its integrated, screw-mounted metal disc. This specialized structural wheel acts as a physical acoustic filter that amplifies and alters the fundamental pitch of the shaker:
1. Tightened Disc: Yields the highest, crispest, and most articulate pitch—perfect for slicing through dense, high-tempo live mixes.
2. Loosened Disc: Deepens the physical cavity, releasing a substantially lower, darker, and drier tone.
3. Wah-Wah Hand Effects: By opening and closing the hollow base of the disc directly against your palm while playing, you can produce expressive, sweeping wah-wah and filtering effects.
Key Features
• Dynamic Built-In Tuning: The onboard rotating disc lets you customize your pitch profile in an instant without switching between different shakers.
• Perforated Steel Architecture: The mesh-like body allows the internal steel balls to project a sharp, clear, and cutting metallic texture.
• Ergonomic, High-Grip Curved Body: Designed with a textured, curved profile that fits securely and comfortably in any hand size, providing total control over rapid strokes and sudden rhythmic stops.
• Excellent Studio & Live Versatility: A powerful element for layering intricate loops in home recordings, driving percussion setups, or adding distinct timbres to sound therapy effects.
Technical Specifications
• Model SKU: SH17
• EAN / UPC: 840553062120
• Size Configuration: Medium
• Dimensions: 2.6′ x 2.6′ x 1.5′ / 6.6 x 6.6 x 3.8 cm
• Weight: Lightweight / Balanced (~ 90 g)
• Body Material: High-grade coated mesh steel
• Filling Material: Premium steel pellets
• Finish: Matte Black Nickel
Ultimate Creativity for Modern Soundscapes
Unlike standard plastic or egg shakers that offer only one predictable sound, the Meinl SH17 Spin Spark Shaker puts an entire palette of supplemental timbres into your palm. It can be played on its own, in pairs, or combined with companion effects to weave fluid, evolving rhythmic backgrounds that completely transform your acoustic space.