Claves are percussion instruments originating from Cuba and consist of a pair of short thick dowels. Traditionally they are made of wood and when struck they produce a bright clicking noise and are often used to play a repeating rhythmic figure throughout a piece. Simple to play but effective.

Our bass claves are made from maple wood and the larger clave comes with a groove cut into it to rest on the palm whilst it is struck with the smaller clave to produce a superb deep bass tone. PP212 Maple Claves are also available.

Large Clave Length 9" (23cm)