Latin Percussion White Wood Clave

by Latin Percussion

Product Features

• Traditional style white wood clave with an attractive finish
• Exceptionally resonant with variable sound qualities

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 0.7 x 8.4 x 2.5 inches ; 9.6 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0006UGEK4
• Item model number: LPA165
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #552 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)
  • #3 in Musical Instruments > Drums & Percussion > Hand Percussion > Claves

Product Description

Clave (pronounced clah’ vay) is the rhythmic pattern that forms the basis of Latin music. Clave is phrased in what is known as a 3⁄2 (forward clave) or 2⁄3 (backward clave) feel. That is, three beats then two beats or, two beats then three beats. Claves are the traditional instruments used to play clave and are comprised of two sticks that are struck together to get a sharp, cracking sound. One is called the Clave or male, while the other is the Striker or female. The Clave lays in one hand between the fingertips and the heel of the hand, with the thumb out for support. This space between the Clave and the palm of the hand creates a sound chamber. The Striker is held as a beater in the other hand and is struck against the Clave.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars LP White Wood Clave, May 9, 2011

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Maureen Watson (Glenmont, NY USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Latin Percussion White Wood Clave (Electronics)

These are excellent for cutting through the mix. The price was reasonable and the quality was all there as well. Since I do not play percuission in my current band I was reluctant to spend goops of cash for something that is not my forte... These babies fit the bill and I still have money left over for bass strings. These work!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Lovely sound, great price, great for traveling., March 7, 2011

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pc6 "pc6" (Durham, NC USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Latin Percussion White Wood Clave (Electronics)

I will be traveling extensively over the next several weeks for business. I wanted something that I could bring with me on my travels that would allow me to easily practice my percussion practice. These claves were a great solution. They are wood, and they go through airport security (checked bags) just fine. They have a lovely, bright, and very loud sound. The wood is attractive, and while they have a surprising heft, they are light enough to travel easily. They're also a great alternative instrument for drum circle.

5.0 out of 5 stars Nice tone, good feel, comfortable size, January 15, 2012

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C. Sutherland (Washington, DC) - See all my reviews
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My headline says it all really. The tone is full but crisp, the sticks themselves have a nice solid feel and they fit my hands nicely.

No complaints and very pleased.