Meinl Headed Spark Shaker #FidgetToyOfSound
A playful instrument for exploring sound, curiosity, and present-moment awareness
We like to think of the Meinl Headed Spark Shaker as the sound healing fidget toy. It's a small, wonderfully expressive instrument that you can hold in your hand and spend a surprising amount of time exploring. Every change in movement, angle, or playing technique reveals something new.
The shaker offers two distinct sound qualities. As the internal steel pellets move against the metal shell, they create a soft, higher-pitched chiming sound. When those same pellets strike the goatskin head, they produce a rougher, more textured rattle.
There is no particular technique to master or musical pattern to follow. Simply begin exploring and listen to what happens.
Use in Practice
The Headed Spark Shaker's playful nature makes it especially useful for bringing attention into the present moment through simple listening and movement. Sometimes the most rewarding sound practice is simply spending time with an instrument, following your curiosity, and enjoying the sounds that emerge.
Sound arises.
And we listen.
Additional Details
- Made by Meinl Percussion
- Metal shell with natural goatskin head
- Internal steel pellets create two distinct sound textures
- Soft, higher-pitched chiming tones and rougher rattling sounds
- Multiple playing techniques for varied sound exploration
- Ideal for personal meditation, sound baths, creative play, and focused listening
As part of your purchase, you will receive complimentary access to a Sunreed™ micro-course created specifically for your instrument category.
- Access instructions will arrive with your order confirmation email.
Each course includes foundational teachings, listening practices, care guidance, archived instructional recordings, and practical guidance for working with your instrument, as well as access to our Heart of Sunreed™ online community.
Every micro-course also includes one or more complete lessons drawn directly from our Foundations of Sound Healing™ training program, offering access to teachings from our more comprehensive educational curriculum.
Additional lessons, recordings, and guidance may be added over time.
At Sunreed™, we take great care in preparing each instrument before it leaves our shop. Many of the instruments we offer are handmade or individually selected, and each one is carefully inspected, listened to, and packed so it arrives safely and ready for practice.
Products typically ship the next business day with FedEx or USPS and should arrive within 3 to 7 business days within the US. International shipments may take up to 4 weeks.
Note: for large shipments to Alaska, Hawaii, and international destinations additional freight charges may apply; we will contact you within one business day if additional shipping is required.
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At Sunreed™, we stand behind the quality of our instruments and the care of your experience. However, if something about your order does not feel right, please reach out within 30 days of your order date. We are here to support you, both in your instrument and your practice.
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The Sunreed™ Difference
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Which Rattle or Shaker Supports Your Practice?
Need help choosing your rattle or shaker? We're here to help! Read our extensive guide or book a consultation with us.