Tambourine Price Analysis
Market data based on 5,809 eBay listings for tambourines.
What you'll usually pay
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👉 In short easy summary
The best value is found in 6-inch models and metal materials, both seeing price drops of 17%. High-end value is concentrated in bronze materials and Ludwig brand instruments, both showing a 100% increase over the median.
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Price by item diameter
Why? Prices scale with size, ranging from 24.92 for 6 in to 35.32 for 12 in.
Price by brand
Why? Professional brands like Ludwig (60) command a significant premium over LP (34.99).
Price by material
Why? Specialty metals like bronze (59.99) are significantly more expensive than standard metal (24.99).
Price by type
Why? Foot tambourines are the most affordable at 21.6, while darbukas reach 29.7.
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Common questions
What is the price difference between new and used tambourines?
The median price for new tambourines is 29.68, while used models have a median of 25.53.
Which material is the most affordable for a buyer?
Metal is the most affordable material with a median price of 24.99.
How much more do professional brands like MEINL cost compared to the market median?
MEINL tambourines have a median price of 44.97, which is a 50% increase over the market median.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $13–$85, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked July 4, 2026.