Playwood Ratchet RAT-15R

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Playwood Ratchet RAT-15R

Playwood

Ratchet RAT-15R

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 239603
Brand: Playwood
Model: Ratchet RAT-15R
Price: $75.90

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This Playwood ratchet is a solid, no-frills option for orchestral or world percussion. The metal frame makes it durable, and the sound is surprisingly crisp. It’s perfect for adding rhythmic texture to folk, Latin, or even contemporary classical settings where a clean, percussive click is needed.

Product Description

Playwood Ratchet RAT-15R, Ratchet, Crank, Metal frame, Tool holders

PROS
  • • Robust metal frame ensures durability for stage and studio use
  • • Well-defined click provides clear, articulate rhythmic accents
  • • Integrated tool holders offer convenient storage for small percussion accessories
  • • Playwood’s consistent quality ensures reliable performance and longevity
CONS
  • • Sound can be a bit harsh without careful dampening techniques
  • • Metal frame might resonate slightly, requiring mutes for certain recordings
  • • Limited tonal variation compared to more complex percussion instruments

Product Video

Key Features

Type Ratchet
Material Steel frame, Plastic teeth
Size 150mm x 100mm x 30mm
Sound Sharp, dry click with metallic resonance
Weight 350g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The steel frame and plastic teeth offer a more focused and cleaner sound than many budget plastic models, with less unwanted resonance.
They’re designed for small items like mallets or strikers, and are adequately secure for standard use, but avoid overloading them.
Yes, but be mindful of the metallic resonance; careful mic placement and dampening might be necessary to achieve a polished sound.

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