Meinl Percussion RS1BK-S 16" Small Bamboo Rain Stick with Sustaining Trickle Effect and Hand Painted Design

The media could not be loaded. I was initially skeptical with some of the bad reviews for this, but my item arrived in great condition. No nails or sticks pointing out and no splits in the wood or anything. Additionally, when used properly and patiently, I could get this rainstick to produce a moderate amount of rainfall sound for about a minute and a half. This is far better than most rain sticks out there that only last 20 to 30 seconds. I couldn't be happier, especially at the amazing price that this is, where other items would cost upwards of $100 more.

I like it it sounds good it’s long and lasts a good amount of time good quality good looking

The media could not be loaded. Extremely great value for the money! I was pleasantly surprised at the size. The sound delightful! After reading negative comments from many I was rather nervous. Did have to file down two nail points that could have been dangerous, but other than that it is divine!!! Will look at reinforcing some of the parts that others have said fall apart easily. I have quite a bit from Meinel so I felt good about ordering this and am very happy with my purchase!A month after this review i could already see the wood splitting and I hardly used it as I wanted to reinforce it. I love all my Meinel products so this is sad I can't use it. 😢

When we were kids; we all messed around with a rainstick. A foot...maybe three foot; it was fun and interesting, but that's about it. I bought the monster of this group and it arrived in good shape. Not only that, but with it's size; you can work to control the flows in order to keep the rain flowing unendingly. It looks great, it feels great, it sounds great. I know it's a relatively simple instrument, but it gives you a lot and this item is very much worth what I paid for it.

Outstanding product. Attractive decoration, excellent sound, nice size.

The sound of this rainstick is awesome. It is also a beautiful instrument. We use it sparingly, to keep it in good condition. I am careful to put it away to keep it from becoming a toy for my band members. I have noticed that the cord that is wrapped and glued around the ends is beginning to come loose. I think some wood glue or gorilla glue will be enough to fix the problem, but that is something to be aware of. I would buy it again, though, because it was a good price for a beautiful instrument.

Once again Meinl kills it in the percussion industry. Imitators will charge 1/3 the price and deliver exactly what you paid for. The craftsmanship and look of this instrument is beautiful. The sound is perfect. Hard to describe but if you have heard a crappy rain stick then this one is on the complete opposite end of the spectrum. Very please with my purchase.

This rainstick served its purpose fine in concert. Its sound is not as loud or long-lasting as more expensive varieties, but it was worth the lower price because it did the job fine and I don't know if I'll ever use it again. It is a bit more delicate than expensive rainsticks. The percussionists in my adult group had no problems with it but I don't know if it would last very long in an educational ensemble. Tube is noticeably longer than other models and might prove difficult in a pit orchestra but was showy for concert band use.