Meinl SL525-BK Cow­bell

Meinl SL525-BK Cowbell is a versatile, medium-sized cowbell that delivers a dry, focused tone with strong projection. Whether you’re adding it to a drum kit, percussion rig, or marching setup, this cowbell cuts through the mix with clarity and punch.

Materials and Build Quality

The SL525-BK is made from high-quality steel and finished in a sleek, matte black powder coating. This gives it a modern, understated look while enhancing durability and rust resistance. It features a standard eye-bolt mount that fits most percussion rods and drum hardware.

Measuring 5.25″, it hits the sweet spot between high and low pitch—making it a great all-around cowbell for a variety of musical styles. The rounded playing surface offers a comfortable feel for both stick and hand techniques.

Performance and Use Case

This cowbell is ideal for drum set players, percussionists, and educators. Its dry sound and moderate sustain make it perfect for funk, rock, Latin, marching band, or even studio use. It’s easy to mount and position within your setup and holds its tone even under hard playing.

Pair it with other bells, blocks, or mountable percussion accessories to expand your sound palette.

Key Features

• 5.25″ cowbell with dry, clear tone
• Made from steel with matte black powder-coated finish
• Standard mount fits most rods and brackets
• Ideal for drum kits, percussion setups, or marching bands
• Great for funk, Latin, rock, and studio use

More Information

Explore more hand percussion in our Cowbells & Mountable Percussion Collection.

View the official MEINL product page: meinlpercussion.com

Conclusion

The Meinl SL525-BK Cowbell combines clean tone, reliable construction, and flexible mounting—making it a great addition to any percussionist’s setup.