Black Swamp Percussion Disc Bell 6"/15cm

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Black Swamp Percussion Disc Bell 6"/15cm

Black Swamp Percussion

Disc Bell 6"/15cm

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 605561
Model: Disc Bell 6"/15cm
Price: $75.90

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This Black Swamp Disc Bell is a fantastic addition for percussionists seeking unique textures. It's a really cool, affordable way to add a bell-like shimmer and chime to your kit, especially useful for world music, experimental setups, or adding a subtle accent to more traditional drum grooves. Perfect for those wanting to expand their sonic palette without a massive investment.

Product Description

  • Black Swamp Percussion Disc Bell 6"/15cm
  • Circular Sound Plate
  • includes 3 rivets and suspension line
  • Black Swamp Sound Plates are a series of steel metallophones that will uniquely add color
  • texture and creativity to any percussion set up. The circular Disc Bells have a clear
  • clean bell-like tone
  • while the rectangular Anvil Gongs produce a more dense
  • complex sonority. Each shape is available in five sizes
  • which can be laid flat on a trap table
  • as well as suspended or mounted on a cymbal stand using the laser cut holes. Enhancing their natural timbre and sustain
  • plates can also be ""prepared"" with a sizzle effect using the provided rivets. The matte patina finish adds a final level of artistic depth and originality
  • with each Sound Plate being as unique as the individual performing with them.
PROS
  • • Clear, bell-like tone offers unique textural possibilities.
  • • Included rivets allow for easy sizzle preparation and tonal variation.
  • • Laser-cut holes facilitate versatile mounting options – suspended or table-top.
  • • Matte patina finish adds visual appeal and a sense of handcrafted quality.
CONS
  • • Limited tonal range compared to a full cymbal or gong.
  • • The sustain, while good, isn't as long as larger Sound Plates.
  • • The steel construction can be prone to cracking with extreme force.

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Key Features

Type Circular Sound Plate (Disc Bell)
Size 6 inches / 15cm
Material Steel (likely carbon steel, based on timbre)
Sound Character Clear, bell-like, shimmering, focused
Weight Approximately 1.5 lbs (680g)

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's more sustained and less pitched than a traditional bell, offering a shimmering wash of sound rather than a distinct note.
It works well with both – sticks provide a brighter, more defined attack, while mallets create a softer, more ethereal tone.
Experiment! Suspension on a cymbal stand generally provides the best resonance, but tabletop mounting can be effective for quieter, more intimate sounds.

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