Similar to the hosho shaker, the Raffia Shaker rattle is made from a single asalato seed and has a batik fabric wrapped around a stick for the handle. The shaker gives a soft sound and can be played singly or as a pair for light or heavy percussion. These funky little maracas come from Ghana in West Africa. They are made using local gourd nuts that are fixed on a stick and decorated with colourful Batik Kente, the local cloth.
These funky little maraccas / maraca come from Ghana in West Africa. The Raffia Shaker are made using televi nuts which are fixed on a stick and decorated with colourful Kente cloth.
Size: 28cm
Weight: 25g
Product Type: Musical instrument
Colour: Multicoloured
Material: Batik fabric, raffia straw and gourd seed
Number of units: 1
Theme: Tribal
Safety Warning: This product may contain small parts that pose a choking hazard, may have sharp edges, or may be heavy and fragile. It is not intended for use by children without adult supervision. Use with care to avoid injury. Handle and maintain the product responsibly to ensure safety. Buyers are responsible for ensuring safe use and care of the product. This is a general guide and it is not a substitute for proper supervision.
Country of Origin: Ghana, West Africa
Pitch | High pitch |
Decay time | 103ms |
Dominant Frequency Range | 1.9khz - 16.8khz |
Frequency Range | 192hz - 20khz |
Peak decibels | 88db |
RMS decibels | 58db |
Loudness Rating | Level 8 |
Difficulty Rating | 2 |
What’s included | Raffia Shaker |
Attack | 84ms |
Timbre Tone Colour | Warm and organic |
Dynamic Range | Low |
Recommended Age | 7 years + |
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