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Latin Percussion LP209 Vibra Slap Ii Deluxe

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If you already know what the Vibra-Slap is, you also know it is THE ONLY modern replacement for the jawbone worth having. As LP puts it on their website, it is probably the most recorded sound effect in history. In the case of standard effects like this, it actually makes the most sense to buy the standard sound. You want the effect of the effect, so to speak, not for people to focus on the effect because it sounds different.

If you don't know what the Vibra-Slap is, it's kind of hard to describe. The best I can do is that it produces a really hard, fast rattle sound with a fast attack and fast decay. It's done by holding it as illustrated in the product picture and striking the ball down into your hand. That makes the upper part vibrate rapidly. The wooden bell-shaped upper contains a clapper that produces the rattle. Once you hear it, you'll realize that you've heard it in countless recordings, movies, and TV shows. Believe it or not, this was designed to replace the use of a donkey jawbone with loose teeth to produce the same effect!

The Vibra-Slap comes in 3 slightly differing versions, two wood and one metal. This is the most common one.

This is an extremely well made and enjoyable latin sound. I bought it to for a specific need in a musical I am performing in but will use it's sound in other music. I love the power it provides when mounted to a stand - I was worried that the audience wouldn't be able to hear it without miking but that hasn't been an issue.

just what I wanted. Good sound, easy to use. It's a shame it was left on stage when we opened up for Toad the Wet Sprocket. Guess I'll need another

I'm an amateur musician, and I like to collect interesting instruments. The Vibra-Slap is heard in many popular recordings, and it's fun to use. This model is very well made, and has that authentic sound. It's fun to use, and children can easily use it as well. It looks well made, and it should stand up to some serious slapping.