The Twist Asalato (also known as the aslatua or kashaka, pronounced ah-sah-lah-toh) is a traditional West African percussion instrument reimagined for the modern player.
While traditional asalatos are bound by a fixed string length, we’ve added a revolutionary twist. The Twist Asalato features an innovative, threaded screw-cap design that allows you to quickly change their length.
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Fully Adjustable Tethers: Simply twist off the top cap to adjust the cord to your exact hand size at any time.
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Customisable Sound: Want a different tone? Twist off the cap to swap or change the internal beads to change your shaking sound.
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Built to Last: 3D printed in our workshop, these ultra-durable pods are engineered to withstand hours of intense practice while delivering a crisp clack and a bright shake.
How to Play:
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Place the tether between your index and middle finger, holding one pod securely in your palm.
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Shake the palm pod to establish a steady, shimmery rhythm.
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Swing the second pod over and under your hand, letting them clack together on both sides.
Because you are managing two independent rhythms simultaneously, the Twist Asalato allows you to create complex polyrhythms.... and even more complex if you buy two.
Price is for one asalato (2 x balls on 1 string)
Specifications
String Length: adjustable
Pod Diameter: 45mm
Weight: 105g approx