Using a transient processor to shape the attack and release of sound source can save the mix from sounding too busy or muddy. I love to use transient processors on percussion loops! :
5 Best Shaker VST Plugins & Sample Libraries – Professional Composers
Download Free Drum Synth Vst Plugins
Bucket Pops, Free Plugin Emulation Of The Korg Mini Pops-7 Rhythm Machine
ONE Tambourine by Samplesphere - Tambourine Plugin VST
Essential Percussion Hits - Audio Animals Ltd.
Noisefirm releases "Complete Shaker & Tambourine" for Kontakt and EXS
Wavesfactory W-Tambourine, tambourine sample library for Kontakt