Metal Castagnette Machine

Metal Castagnette Machine
Product Code: COBWTE1
Availability: Recently Sold

Vintage metal castagnette machine. This is a unique machine that allows a percussionist to play two pair of heavy finger cymbals with one hand, freeing up the other hand to play other instruments. This is the perfect instrument for repertoire like "Samson and Delilah", this machine alone sounds like two players. The finger cymbals are 2 1/4" in diameter and very heavy. The top cymbals are mounted on spring steel with a connecting wooden piece to allow them to be moved in concert. The base is 5 1/4" W x 7" long and is stable. This appears to be a one of a kind, custom made instrument. It has gotten a lot of use over the years but still sounds great and works perfectly. THis is a great opportunity to get a very useful and unique small trap for your collection.

General Characteristics
Era 1929-1939
Condition Very Good
Extra Holes or Modifications None
Date 1930s
Size 5 1/4" x 7"