The most common instrument utilised in a samba school bateria. Around 1/3 of the group will play one of these. It's repeating patterns drive the bateria. They work together with the surdo and repique to give a strong rhymical foundation will all other instruments will build upon.
 
12" head diameter and 20cm height.
Aluminium body and hardwear.
Fitted with two nylon drum heads.
Authentic Brazilian instrument manufactured in famous São Paulo factory
Sticks, straps and cases sold separately.
 
The Caixa de Guerra is a snare drum with guitar wires for snares, called Bordão. It needs to be tuned high and is played on the side which has the snare wires.
 
From samba reggae and ijexa to funk and coco, it's the glue that keeps the crowd moving.
 
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