Shake and Scrape on Any Occasion The T-2513-MD cabasa and shaker from Toca Percussion is the hybrid piece of hand percussion that has timekeepers around Sweetwater buzzing. A traditional cabasa on the outside, this instrument boasts 10 rows of looped steel beads atop a textured stainless steel cylinder surface to deliver that traditional bright and sonically rich scraping effect. Within, its steel shot filling produces a moderate-attacking and well-balanced shaker tone to complement. The two effects together combine to create a percussion piece that's incredibly versatile in sound and patterning, working wonders for both recordings and live performances of choir, orchestral, and traditional Latin music. Its comfortable handle and sleek black finish stamped with Toca's classic white logo provide an excellent feel and handsome look as well, suitable for myriad musical locations from classroom settings and rehearsal rooms to studio spaces and large performance halls.Toca Percussion T-2513-MD Cabasa with Shaker