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Meinl Percussion The Roar Instrument-NOT MADE IN CHINA-Creates Rattling Sound Effect, 2-YEAR WARRANTY (RO3BK)

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About this item

  • PERFECT FOR COVER BANDS: the Meinl Roar delivers instantly recognizable rattling sound effects heard in classic rock songs like "Sweet Emotion" and "Crazy Train"
  • WHY IT MATTERS: it's a fun instrument anyone can play and sound just like popular classic recordings, even with no skill
  • HOW TO PLAY: lightly grip the back side of the curved metal piece where it forms a "U" shape; strike the ball with your palm, and let the instrument ring out
  • DRIVING THE SOUND: a hollow wood resonating chamber projects sound with a crisp, warm wood tone
  • BY THE NUMBERS: about 11" L x 2.4" W x 5" H
  • THE TAKEAWAY: the Meinl Roar easily adds extra sound effects live on stage to bring certain song sections to life; plus, it blends well in studio recordings if you need different background layers
  • THE BIG PICTURE: Meinl is a family-owned musical instrument manufacturer and brand established 1951 in Germany; our expert German designers have deep relationships with our builders to ensure you're delivered the absolute finest quality


The Meinl Roar produces a rattling sustain sound effect heard in many popular recordings. A wood resonating chamber gives the instrument a crisp, warm tone that projects well. To play, hold the metal “U” shape piece with your hand, and strike the ball with your palm. Let the instrument ring out. Great for cover bands for anyone on stage to play, even with no skill.


Oscar Garcia
Reviewed in the United States on June 24, 2021
High quality, easy to use
Tony Zink
Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2021
You grab the end, you slap the ball, and you get a rattle... exactly as expected.Meinl makes high-quality products... and this one is no different. If you're weird enough to buy an instrument like this, then you won't be disappointed.
Gregory Bravo
Reviewed in the United States on September 10, 2020
the black paint muffles the sound
NoTreble
Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2020
This Meinl Percussion replicates the sound of the vibraslap pretty good. When held correctly it provides the right amount of sustain to play "Sweet Emotion", "Crazy Train", "Super Freak", or "Short Skirt, Long Jacket". My only complaint is that the sound chamber / bell is rather thin. It doesn't appear to be made of wood, but rather something synthetic. I've seen other reviews where the main complaint is that the chamber cracks easy if hit too hard. I can see how this could happen fairly easy, but if treated properly I see no reason it could last a long time. My only suggestion to the manufacturer would be to make the chamber walls slightly thicker.
AliM
Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2019
I went through three from on other manufacturer (el-pee), the wood kept splitting. This model is superior and sounds great! No brainer.
AlexanderTheGreat
Reviewed in Canada on December 10, 2018
It’s ok, wasn’t impressed with sound to muchBut that is my opinion.
james morris
Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2017
Everything you'd ever want in a vibra slap!
Jediknightguy82
Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2015
Well made vibraslap, deeper tone than the vibraslap we're replacing. No complaints!
Ferris J. Ritchey
Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2015
This is okay, but the pitch is rather high. The buzz fades rather quickly. In wanting a richer more sustaining sound, you are inclined to want to slap it very hard. The wood is thin and the metal rattlers inside are cheap.