Kolberg 1745RH Ratchet w Holder

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Kolberg 1745RH Ratchet w Holder

Kolberg

1745RH Ratchet w Holder

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 548804
Brand: Kolberg
Model: 1745RH Ratchet w Holder
Price: $312.40

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This Kolberg ratchet is a solid choice for orchestral percussionists needing a unique rhythmic accent. It's well-built and the reversible design adds a lot of versatility. Perfect for adding a quirky, folk-inspired texture to your arrangements.

Product Description

Kolberg 1745RH Ratchet w Holder, Ratchet, Model "Raganella ritmica", Rotation direction on both sides for playing rhythms, With holder for combination stand system

PROS
  • • Kolberg's robust construction ensures durability for demanding orchestral and studio use.
  • • The reversible ratchet design provides rhythmic flexibility and expands performance possibilities.
  • • The included holder facilitates easy mounting on standard percussion stands for practical setup.
  • • Kolberg’s ‘Raganella ritmica’ model delivers a distinctive, bright, and percussive timbre.
CONS
  • • The ratchet's sound, while unique, might be too specialized for some broader percussion applications.
  • • The plastic ratchet teeth, while durable, can accumulate debris and require occasional cleaning.
  • • The holder, while functional, is basic and lacks advanced adjustability options.

Product Video

Key Features

Type Ratchet
Material Hardwood body, durable plastic teeth
Size Approximately 6 inches long, 2 inches diameter
Sound Bright, rattling, percussive with a distinctive 'click' and 'buzz'
Weight Around 0.75 lbs (including holder)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The ratchet offers a more complex, rapidly repeating rattle than a shaker, and a higher-pitched, more metallic sound than a wood block.
While durable, extreme force or impact could potentially damage the teeth; it's best used with controlled rhythmic strikes.
Absolutely, its distinctive timbre can add character to tracks; experiment with mic placement to capture the best tone.

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