Latin Percussion ES-12 Cha-Cha Low Pitch Cowbell – Brushed Steel, Mountable
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If you've ever listened to classic salsa, cha-cha-chá or Latin pop and noticed that bright, cutting bell sound sitting right at the top of the mix — that's a cowbell like this one doing its job.
The Latin Percussion ES-12 is a 4.75" cha-cha cowbell built for exactly that role. It has the bright, tuned tone with characteristic overtones that define the cha-cha-chá sound — not the dry, damped thud of a rock cowbell, but something more musical, more open, and very distinctly Latin. The low pitch variant gives it a slightly fuller, warmer quality compared to the high pitch version, while still cutting through clearly in a full percussion setup.
It's made in the USA and finished in brushed steel, and it's mountable — so whether you're playing it handheld or want it on a stand or rack as part of a larger setup, it works either way.
Who Is It For?
Latin Percussion have been the benchmark for professional Latin percussion since the 1960s, and the ES-12 sits firmly in that tradition. It's a serious tool for percussionists, conga players, drummers adding Latin colour to their setup, and bandleaders who want authentic cowbell tone rather than a generic alternative.
It's equally at home in a traditional salsa or cha-cha-chá ensemble, a Latin jazz setting, a pop or funk band that dips into Latin rhythms, or a world music setup where authentic tone matters.
Key Features
- 4.75" cha-cha low pitch cowbell
- Bright sound with tuned overtones — characteristic cha-cha-chá tone
- Mountable — handheld or stand/rack mounted
- Brushed steel finish
- Made in USA
- Part of the Latin Percussion Salsa cowbell range
- SKU: ES-12 / Product code: LP860120
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Latin Percussion |
| Model | ES-12 |
| Product Code | LP860120 |
| Supplier Code | LP860.120 |
| Type | Cha-Cha Cowbell |
| Pitch | Low |
| Size | 4.75" |
| Finish | Brushed Steel |
| Mounting | Mountable |
| Country of Manufacture | USA |
| Weight | 0.58kg |
| Dimensions | 80 x 120 x 230mm |
What's Included
- Latin Percussion ES-12 Cha-Cha Low Pitch Cowbell
High Pitch Version Also Available
If you need the brighter, higher pitch version for a different tonal role in your setup, the high pitch variant is also available. Not sure which pitch suits your music? Drop us a message and we'll help you decide.