The Meinl ABS Recording Tambourine is equipped with nickel-silver plated steel jingles that meet solid brass jingles for a great studio sound. With its solid ABS construction, this tambourine is nearly indestructible. The tambourine's ergonomic design coupled with a padded soft-grip handle make it extremely comfortable and easy to play. A guiro-style playing surface adds another sound to this versatile percussion instrument.