The Heart of Brazilian Rhythm
Samba beaters (also known as batucada beaters) are essential tools for authentic Brazilian percussion. From surdo to repinique and tamborim, each drum in a samba ensemble has its own unique beater designed to produce the right balance of power, tone, and attack. Whether you’re leading the rhythm or adding texture within a bloco, the right beater makes all the difference.
Types of Samba Beaters
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Surdo Beaters – Large, padded beaters that bring out the deep, resonant bass of the surdo drum. Available in different weights and sizes for varied projection.
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Repinique Sticks – Slim, lightweight sticks designed for sharp, articulate tones that cut through the ensemble.
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Tamborim Sticks – Flexible, multi-pronged beaters (often made from nylon) that produce the bright, snapping sound iconic to samba grooves.
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Specialist Options – Hybrid and adjustable designs for players exploring modern takes on traditional rhythms.
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Meinl Percussion 2 1/2″ Samba Beater – Wood with Felt beater
£18.89The Meinl SB3 Samba Beater features a 2 1/2″ felt head on a 16″ wooden handle, producing warm, rounded surdo tones with strong low-end resonance.
Key Features:
• 2 1/2″ felt beater…The Meinl Percussion SB3 Samba Beater is crafted to bring out the rich, resonant tones of the surdo drum. Its 2 1/2" felt head produces warm, rounded bass with a smooth, cushioned attack—perfect for...
Estimated Delivery Date 07/10/2025 -
Ramrods 370 Tamborim Stick
£11.25Ramrods Tamborim rods are part of the Brazilian percussion range, offering adjustable tone control and creative versatility—equally suited to traditional rhythms or experimental playing.
Key Features:
• Adjustable control rings for flexible…The Ramrods Tamborim percussion rods are designed with Brazilian percussion in mind but are versatile enough for drummers and percussionists of all genres. Built with adjustable control rings, these r...
Estimated Delivery Date 11/10/2025 -
Ramrods 400 Repenique Stick – Black
£10.13The Ramrods Repinique Black is a flexible nylon rod designed for Brazilian percussion but versatile enough for a wide range of instruments and styles.
Key Features:
• 8mm solid nylon rod for…The Ramrods Repinique Black percussion rod is built for percussionists who want a versatile, durable, and highly playable stick alternative. Originally designed for Brazilian percussion, it excels on...
Estimated Delivery Date 11/10/2025 -
Ramrods 400 Repenique Stick – White
£11.25The Ramrods Repinique White is a flexible nylon rod designed for Brazilian percussion but versatile enough for timbales, sabar drums, and a wide range of percussion instruments.
Key Features:
• 8mm solid…The Ramrods Repinique White Flexible Nylon Rod is crafted for percussionists who want a lightweight yet durable beater with unique rebound and control. Originally designed for Brazilian percussion, it...
Estimated Delivery Date 11/10/2025 -
Ramrods 400 Tamborim Stick
£11.25Designed for Brazilian percussion but versatile across all genres, Ramrods Tamborim rods feature adjustable control rings to shape a wide range of tones on drums, cymbals, bells, and more.
Key Features:
•…The Ramrods Tamborim percussion rods are part of the Brazilian-inspired Ramrods range but are equally at home in the hands of drummers and percussionists of all styles. Their standout feature is the i...
Estimated Delivery Date 11/10/2025 -
Ramrods 440 Repenique Stick – Black
£10.13The Ramrods Repinique Black is a flexible nylon rod designed for Brazilian percussionists but versatile enough for timbales, sabar drums, and a wide range of percussion instruments.
Key Features:
• 8mm solid…The Ramrods Repinique Black Flexible Nylon Rod is a specialist tool created with Brazilian percussionists in mind but adaptable for drummers and percussionists across all musical genres. Built from an...
Estimated Delivery Date 11/10/2025 -
Ramrods 440 Repenique Stick – White
£11.25The Ramrods Repinique White is a flexible nylon rod designed for Brazilian percussion but equally effective on timbales, sabar drums, and a wide range of percussion instruments.
Key Features:
• 8mm solid…The Ramrods Repinique White Flexible Nylon Rod is a specialist percussion beater created with Brazilian percussionists in mind but versatile enough for players of all styles. Constructed from a solid...
Estimated Delivery Date 11/10/2025 -
Meinl Percussion 3″ Samba Beater – Wood with Bushy Felt Beater
£21.99The Meinl SB5 Samba Beater features a 3″ bushy felt head on a 16″ wooden handle, delivering deep, resonant surdo bass tones with a soft, full-bodied attack.
Key Features:
• 3″ bushy…The Meinl Percussion SB5 Samba Beater is built to bring out the rich, powerful bass voice of the surdo drum. Its oversized 3" bushy felt head produces warm, soft, and rounded tones, perfect for drivin...
Estimated Delivery Date 01/11/2025 -
Meinl Percussion 2″ Samba Beater – Aluminum with Felt Beater
£29.29The Meinl SB1 Samba Beater features a 2″ felt head with a lightweight 16″ aluminum handle, delivering deep, resonant surdo tones with a smooth, balanced feel.
Key Features:
• 2″ felt beater…The Meinl Percussion SB1 Samba Beater is designed to deliver the classic, booming bass tones of the surdo drum with comfort and control. Its 2" felt head provides a warm, rounded sound with smooth att...
Estimated Delivery Date 01/11/2025 -
Meinl Percussion 2″ Samba Beater – Wood with Felt Beater
£18.89The Meinl SB2 Samba Beater features a 2″ felt head on a 16″ wooden handle, delivering warm, resonant surdo tones with traditional feel and control.
Key Features:
• 2″ felt beater head…The Meinl Percussion SB2 Samba Beater is designed to bring out the classic low-end voice of the surdo drum. Its 2" felt head produces warm, rounded bass tones with a smooth, cushioned attack—perfect...
Estimated Delivery Date 01/11/2025 -
Meinl Percussion 2″ Samba Beater – Wood with Leather Beater
£23.99The Meinl SB4 Samba Beater features a 2″ leather head on a 16″ wooden handle, producing a sharp, articulate surdo tone with strong projection and definition.
Key Features:
• 2″ leather beater…The Meinl Percussion SB4 Samba Beater is designed for surdo players who want a sharper, more articulate sound. Featuring a 2" leather beater head, it delivers a bright, cutting attack with excellent p...
Estimated Delivery Date 01/11/2025 -
Meinl Percussion Samba Stick – Long
£14.19The Meinl Samba Stick – Long (49.5 cm) is a traditional tamborim beater that provides extra reach and projection, delivering crisp, cutting tones perfect for samba ensembles.
Key Features:
• Single-rod tamborim…The Meinl Percussion Samba Stick – Long (49.5 cm) is designed for tamborim players who need added reach, projection, and power in their sound. Its extended length allows for greater leverage, ensuri...
Estimated Delivery Date 01/11/2025 -
Meinl Percussion Samba Stick – Medium
£14.19The Meinl Samba Stick – Medium (40 cm) is a traditional tamborim beater that balances speed, reach, and projection, producing crisp, cutting tones for authentic samba grooves.
Key Features:
• Single-rod tamborim…The Meinl Percussion Samba Stick – Medium (40 cm) is designed for tamborim players who want a perfect balance between speed, control, and projection. Its medium length makes it versatile enough for...
Estimated Delivery Date 01/11/2025 -
Meinl Percussion Samba Stick – Short
£13.69The Meinl Samba Stick – Short (19.5 cm) is a lightweight tamborim beater built for speed and agility, delivering the crisp, high-pitched snap essential to samba rhythms.
Key Features:
• Single-rod tamborim…The Meinl Percussion Samba Stick – Short (19.5 cm) is designed for tamborim players who prioritise speed, rebound, and agility. Its compact size makes it exceptionally fast and responsive, allowing...
Estimated Delivery Date 01/11/2025 -
Meinl Percussion Triple Samba Stick
£18.89The Meinl Triple Samba Stick is a traditional tamborim beater made with three bundled rods, delivering the sharp, snappy tones that define authentic samba grooves.
Key Features:
• Triple-rod beater design for…The Meinl Percussion Triple Samba Stick is designed to bring out the signature sound of the tamborim in Brazilian samba music. Featuring three slim rods bound together, it produces the bright, snappy...
Estimated Delivery Date 01/11/2025 -
Meinl Percussion Triple Samba Stick – Short
£17.29The Meinl Triple Samba Stick – Short is a traditional tamborim beater with three bundled rods, designed for fast, agile playing and producing the bright, cutting snap essential to samba.
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The Meinl Percussion Triple Samba Stick – Short is crafted for traditional Brazilian tamborim playing. Its three bundled rods deliver the sharp, bright snap that cuts through samba ensembles, giving...
Estimated Delivery Date 01/11/2025
