LP A191 Tambourine 10" Aspire Plastic - Red

LP Aspire Tambourines are fun and easy to play. The frames have an easy-to-hold grip and smooth edges for comfortable playing. The jingles are brightly toned and produce classic sound. Available in multiple colours and two sizes.

Season 7, Episode 3: The Red-Bellied Tambourine

Featuring: LP A191 – 10" Aspire Plastic Tambourine – Red

[Voice of Sir Groovington Percival Thump III]
“Here, deep within the densely populated ecosystem of the percussionist’s natural range, we encounter a striking specimen: the LP A191, commonly known as the Red-Bellied Aspire Tambourine.”

With its vibrant crimson shell, this 10-inch apex shaker roams boldly across genres—Latin, pop, worship, funk—leaving trails of sparkle and rhythm in its wake. The hard plastic body provides durability unmatched in the wild, resisting weather, impact, and even the occasional inattentive roadie.

Most notable are its seven double rows of nickel-plated jingles, which shimmer in the light and erupt into motion at the slightest movement, creating a sound scientists refer to as “a righteous jangle.” These jingles operate in coordinated bursts, forming a shimmering sonic display used for mating rituals, musical crescendos, and festival finales.

“Notice how the player, with a gentle flick of the wrist, activates the tambourine’s built-in acoustic defence system— a sharp, cutting tone designed to pierce the densest of band mixes.”

The species is solitary in nature, but it thrives in packs—often nesting atop drum kits, congas, or being held aloft by the Alpha Percussionist. It requires no tuning, no feeding, only the reverent shake and occasional polite applause.

The Aspire series, of which this majestic creature is part, is known for its accessibility and wide range. It’s an ideal starter species for young percussionists, yet still respected by seasoned rhythmologists. Its bold red colouration warns would-be doubters: “Yes, I may be plastic—but I’m here to groove.”

“As we watch the LP A191 disappear into the dense rhythmic underbrush, we are reminded of the balance of tone and tenacity… and the quiet power of a well-timed jingle.”

Features (Field Notes):

• 10” Durable Plastic Frame – Lightweight, rugged, and perfectly formed for human interaction.

• Red Colouration – Serves as visual display and social signal: “This tambourine means business.”

• Seven Double Rows of Nickel-Plated Jingles – Efficient sound dispersion across wide frequency territory.

• Handheld Format – For use in mobile groove pursuits or stationary rhythm nesting.

• Respected Within the Rhythm Kingdom – Ideal for percussionists of all experience levels.

• Ecosystem Role: Accents. Attacks. Applause generation.