Latin Percussion LP209 Vibra Slap II Deluxe Percussion Instrument

The Latin Percussion LP209 Vibra Slap II Deluxe is a specialized percussion instrument that reproduces the distinctive rattling sound originally achieved by striking a dried horse jawbone. LP engineered this metal version to deliver a more consistent and durable alternative, and it has since become the go-to vibra-slap for professional percussionists, studio session players, and drummers across genres ranging from Latin and rock to orchestral and film scoring. The instrument consists of a weighted ball on one end of a bent metal wire, connected to a wooden sound chamber filled with metal rivets on the other end.

Playing the LP209 is straightforward—strike the ball end against your palm, and the vibration travels through the wire to the sound chamber, causing the internal rivets to rattle against the chamber walls. The Deluxe designation on this model refers to its metal construction, which produces a brighter, more cutting metallic clatter with noticeably long sustain compared to standard models. By rotating the sound chamber, you can subtly alter the tone and decay characteristics, giving you some expressive control over the effect. This combination of simplicity, reliability, and distinctive sound has made the LP209 a percussion mainstay for decades.