Testimonials

Pandeiro.com has sent pandeiros to players around the world in over 25 countries. Here's what people are saying ...

Pandeiro.com is THE source for hand made pandeiros. I have never seen so many top quality pandeiros from so many makers in any one place (not even in Brazil!!!). Not to mention the website has extremely detailed information about each instrument (such as dimensions, materials used, weight, several photos, etc..) and such excellent customer service, that I am constantly (and enthusiastically) referring people to this site. Much more than an on-line store though, pandeiro.com is an excellent resource for anyone interested in this instrument and the music and musicians that surround it.
Randy Gloss, percussionist & educator
Los Angeles, USA

Congratulations on your website! It is awesome, simple and direct to the point, I love it. It kicked my ass, and made me practice more pandeiro. I've alreaady shown the site to a bunch of people.
Cyro Baptista, percussionist & educator
NYC, USA

I'm taking the time to learn how to play this great instrument. The many sounds and dynamics of the pandeiro have inspired me to continue making music.
Alex Acunã , drummer & percussionist
Los Angeles, USA

Thanks for such amazing service! Finally a source for the VERY BEST pandeiros! I have been more than pleased with the instrument I purchased from Pandeiro.com. Your service and your instruments are the best!
Ray Dillard, percussionist
Toronto, Canada

The pandeiro arrived! Thank you very much. I like its sound and look!
I wish you a lot of sucsess with Pandeiro.com.
Adam Rozanski, percussionist
Podkowa Lesna, Poland

Melhor site sobre pandeiro que eu já vi ... e outra, reunir vídeos dos melhores pandeiristas do Brasil não é pra qualquer um não. Parabéns pandeiro.com pela 'homenagem' a esse instrumento maravilhoso.
This is the best site about the pandeiro I've ever seen. Gathering videos of Brasil's best pandeiro players isn't just for anyone. Congratulations pandeiro.com for your homage to this wonderful instrument.
Cláudio Santana, percussionist
Pernambuco, Brasil

I had been looking for Pandeiro. A day, I found this site and I asked Scott "Do you know good Pandeiro?" His response was quickly and easy to know the feature of each Pandeiros. So I got two pandeiros Bira (round rim) and Fabiano (flat rim). The Bira is good for Suzano style because it has great heavy bass tone and also has good balance of the treble (jingles) and bass (head). And the body is not too heavy - this is very very important. Fabiano has bright jingles (more sustained than Bira) and medium-thin skin. It sounds brightly, lightly, clearly. It is very light. With it you can play long time. If you are looking for Pandeiro, please ask Scott. He know all of Pandeiro from "P" to "o". I am rejoiced by the arrival which is very quicker than schedule. May the pandeiro be with you, always ...
Sin-1 Ashida, unknown percussionist & composer
Shiga pref., Japan

...I started looking for a percussion instrument that I could play with my hands only, but which also made it possible for me the produce a groove. Something with a high and a low pitched part I thought. There are drums availlable which are like a small high and low conga glued together but the rythms miss the sound of cymbals. Something to replace the Hi-Hat. So recently I thought: I'll buy a tambourine and so I did. As I started to surf the net for some hints on how to play I came across Pandeiro.com. And that is the way I found out that all I ever needed the rest of my life is: a pandeiro. The moment I saw you guys play, it became crystal clear that that's it.
John Vincken, percussionist
Limburg, Belgium

The pandeiro arrived in good shape, is nice and light, looks pretty, and sounds great. Can't wait to spend a week woodshed'ing with it at Brazil Camp! Your service has been excellent every step of the way, Scott. I won't hesitate to recommend you highly to people I meet, at the camp and elsewhere. Thanks for everything.
Tom Lerner, percussionist
CA, USA

It came on Thursday and I can barely type from my fingers being so sore! ;-). It sounds great! I've been recomending your site to everyone I know and I'll continue to do it.
Miron Rafajlovic, percussionist
Winnipeg, Canada

I received your pandeiro today and I'm very happy with it. It sounds great, thanks! I'll recommend you to my friends.
George Pelepessy, percussionist
Amersfoort UT, The Netherlands

I could not be more pleased. It was really cool to work with you and get something handmade from Brazil that I will treasure and use. I really believe that this kind of connection and transaction represents what's best about the internet age!
Jan Kahdeman, eclectic mandolinist and budding choro enthusiast!
CA, USA

Your site blew me away! I've not found great documentation on many aspects of music in Brazil including contemporary Pandeiro players and trends. Hence, your work there is very valuable ...
Frank Oddis, Associate Professor of Music/Percussion Coordinator
Morehead State University, KY, USA

Thanks again for your help in selecting the Bira - it was nice doing
business with you and it's rare to make such a personalised transaction
over the web.
Iain, percussionist
Melbourne, Australia

I have been trying to spread the news of your website and pandeiros with
the studio percussionists here in LA. I think you are providing a
wonderful opportunity for percussionists worldwide.
Michael Fisher, studio percussionist
Los Angeles, CA, USA

This site is a 10! Initiatives like yours that promote Brazilian culture in a serious way are always welcome! (translated from português)
Rafael Papa, designer
Rio de Janeiro, Brasil

The Bira arrived yesterday and it's fantastic! The sound is very balanced, delicate and potent at the same time as well as a bit "dirty", just like I like it!
Gian Luigi Staffa, percussionist
Modigliana, Italy

The pandeiro arrived safe and sound today! My playing has improved 100% in just the few hours that I’ve had it. It’s amazing what a difference a good quality instrument can make! Please thank Bira for his quality craftsmanship, and thank you for making shopping for a pandeiro such an enjoyable and satisfying experience.
Aaron Barndollar, percussionist
Michigan, USA

Not just a great, professional website, but also a great and professional person who gave me the best advice on what should be my next pandeiro. The fist pandeiro I bought from this website is by Bira which has one of the best goat skins I've ever seen. The sound of the jingles couldn't be more crisp - they remind me of the sound of a hi-hat but still having the relaxed sound of a real pandeiro! In other words a full drumset in 10 inches of handmade work and pure love for a drum. Thanks Scott! What's the next one?!
Rafael Pereira, percussionist
Marietta, GA, USA & Brasil

You are doing such a great job in making the pandeiro known all over the world. Congratulations! I look forward to every bit of information you have to offer.
Gilda T. Hevesi, drum and pandeiro student
Rio de Janeiro, Brasil

Scott, I would like to thank you for your passion. This page is wonderful! The panderio is a difficult instrument to play, info is very hard to come by and finding a good panderio is essential.
Frank Ayala, percussionist
Colorado, USA

This is the most inspiring percussion site I've seen in a long time.
Isaac Hersh Gutwilik, Funky Tradition Percussion
New Jersey, USA

Hello Scott and pandeiro.com. First of all I'd like to congratulate you on this website. It is a pearl for lovers of this great and unique instrument. Congratulations! (translated from português).
Alexandre Grigoletti
Sweden / Brasil

I received a pandeiro from Scott today and I must say that it sounds (and
looks) absolutely amazing. It’s far beyond my expectations. I've had a lot
of pandeiros over the years but never a handmade one like this. The
difference is huge. Bira’s excellent craftsmanship and sense for details
results in an instrument with perfect jingle sounds, crispy slaps and a warm deep bass. This is the sound you’re looking for. Take my word for it.
Thomas Wingren, percussionist
Stockholm, Sweden

Just got the pandeiro today, it's beautiful! The drum is light, perfectly balanced, has a nice warm sound and is super responsive. I'm completely happy about it. Thanks again, and i'll definitely recommend you to anyone interested in a serious instrument.
Emiliano Valerio, percussionist
Queens, NY, USA

Scott hooked me up with an amazing instrument from a maker that I have been trying to find for a very long time. He was helpful in making the connection and making sure the transaction went nice and smooth. I've been playing this drum for four days solid and love it! Thanks Scott for providing this unique and valuable service.
Mike Marcionetti
Wimberley, Texas, USA

I received my pandeiro while away in Chicago, but have finally had a chance to play it. I love it! Thank you so much for providing me with a quality instrument. I feel like my playing is so much more fun.
Barbara Rowlette
Denver, Colorado, USA

Scott this is an awesome drum! It sounds great. I'm looking forward to sending more friends your way.
Mario Herrera
Austin, Texas, USA

I haven't had the time to play the pandeiro much, but I did try it out on a bus stop outside customs at Helsinki airport where I picked it up! Seems to me that I finally have the pandeiro I've wanted to have for so many years! It's very easy to play, very nice jingle sound ... can't wait to record it in the studio.
Ricardo Padilla
Helsinki, Finland

For the moment a short but big thank you! The Bira pandeiro arrived safe at
my place. I like it a lot and have started to play it. I was also very
pleased to watch the short videos on the web page. This is really what we
need far away from the home of the pandeiro - some inspiration by great
players.
Peter
Leipzig, Germany

Wow! This is what I call THE pandeiro. The sound is AMAZING and it's very light weight, not to mention beautifully made with excellent materials. I can't describe how happy I am. I've been playing it now for about 2 hours and I cant get enough - I feel like a child when he gets a new toy. Forget nylon pandeiros, this is the sound I have searched for for years. I have tried almost ALL factory made pandeiros but nothing can compare to this pandeiro. Scott, you have become a true friend who understands every desire of a pandeiro player who is searching for the perfect instrument. We even managed to get the instrument to Slovenia which is no easy task! The site videos are stunning - pandeiro.com is definetly my favorite site! I will recommend it to all musicians! This is my best birthday present EVER! Viva Scott and pandeiro.com!!!!!!! Thank you!!!!!
Goran Moskovski, percussionist
Koper, Slovenia

As a percussionist and pandeirista of the Choro Ensemble I'm always looking for new things. Since I've been living in the USA for the last ten years, I've become a bit out of touch with the scene in Brasil. But I already knew, from contact with other percussionists living in Brasil and from listening to recordings by pandeiristas like Celsinho Silva, that handmade pandeiros have a quality far superior to those made in factories. Through contact with Scott Feiner at pandeiro.com, I was exposed to pandeiros from various makers. I chose an instrument that responds quickly and precisely to all of my emotions. Thanks pandeiro.com! (translated from português)
Zé Maurício, percussionist
New York City, USA

I love the pandeiro I bought from you so much I haven't picked up another
one since. It feels great in my hands, and the skin and handmade
platinelas have a gorgeous sound. It feels alive! Plus I really appreciate
the time you took to help me choose this one; my playing has gotten better
with it, too. Thanks so much!
Melissa Rodnon, percussion student
New York City, USA

Thanks, Scott!  My pandeiro sounds and feels great!  It's dark, warm sound and levity are perfect for performing and recording.
Chris Michael, percussionist
New York City, USA

I just bought a beautiful, hand-made, Brazilian pandeiro from pandeiro.com and am very pleased with the sound and quality. The quality is what sets the instrument apart from other more "mass-produced" instruments that are available here. Scott is also the only source that I know of that could have supplied such an instrument to me here in NYC.
Karl, musician
New York City, USA

I recently bought a choro pandeiro through pandeiro.com and couldn't be
more pleased with the quality of the drum or the way Scott handled the whole
transaction. He helped me decide which pandeiro to get and sent it out the
next day in very secure packaging.
Mark, VamoLá
Seattle, Washington, USA