Мастерская Сереброва / Small circular ratchet

The circular ratchet is a fun and effective musical instrument. The ratchet is usually held at head or chest level, and sometimes higher. Playing the circular ratchet, the performer will certainly draw the audience's attention to this particular instrument. The ratchet attracts not only with its sound, but also with its appearance. It is often decorated with colored ribbons, flowers, etc. It is a toothed drum combined with a handle. On the toothed drum, plates are attached at the top and bottom, connected by a rectangular boss. A wooden plate is glued into the boss, which abuts against the drum. When the drum rotates, the plate jumps over the teeth and makes loud clicks. Rotation can be carried out in any direction. The toothed drum is made of beech. Its diameter is 34 mm. It has 14 teeth. The rest of the components are also made of beech. Dimensions: Length 165 mm, Width 35 mm, Height 85 mm. Game techniques The ratchet is held overhead on an outstretched arm and rotated according to the tempo of the music. The ratchet is held at chest level. With a sharp wrist movement, turn the handle with the drum to a strong or weak beat.