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Latin Percussion Valje Beech Wood Bongos with Chrome Hardware The LP Valje Wood Bongos feature original "steel band" rims, still preferred by some percussionists over all others, and Cuban style steel bottoms.Retaining the desirable authentic Valje contoured shell, the new Valje Wood Bongos are constructed of prime beech and finished in luxurious natural satin. Beech is a hard wood with attractive grain.LP Valje Bongos yield good attack and strong lower mid frequencies, attributes acknowledged in both percussion and drumset arenas.
Latin Percussion Fiberglass Bongos with Chrome Comfort Curve II Rims -WH White Fiberglass with Chrome Hardware-RD Red Fiberglass with Chrome Hardware-BK Black Fiberglass with Chrome Hardware
Latin Percussion Generation II Wood Bongos with Traditional Rims & Chrome Hardware Our Generation II bongos have a more pronounced shell contour than other bongos that creates crisp, distinct high tones.
LP Generation III® Wood Bongos * Slightly larger head size with the large half of the bongos featuring a head diameter of 9" instead of the more traditional 8-5⁄8" * Provides additional bottom end response and greater volume * Similar shell contour to LP Generation II Bongos * Crafted of kiln dried, environmentally friendly Siam Oak * Specially designed steel backing plate * Hand selected, natural rawhide heads * Traditional rims and Cuban style bottoms, both crafted from high strength steel in a chrome finish * 5⁄16" diameter tuning lugs have been carefully formed to hug the shell, making the bongos as comfortable for playing as possible * Available in a natural light wood finish
Generation II® Wood BongosComfort Curve® II Chrome Rims, Natural Finish
Raul Rekow has played congas with Carlos Santana since 1976, participating in the groundbreaking melding of Latin, rock and funk styles that characterizes the band’s history. For nearly thirty years Rekow has added his pulsating and colorful rhythms to the Santana sound, captivating audiences on five continents. Initially self-taught, Rekow learned about Cuban percussion from fellow Santana veterans Armando Peraza and Orestes Vilato. * Bongos are 3 ply wood shells wrapped with a Vibrant tiger print fabric * Special Gold Glitter Accents * Gold LP Comfort Curve II Rims * LP Side Plate * Hand selected, natural rawhide heads * Matching congas available * Medium price range with the continued LP quality
Latin Percussion Generation III Triple Wood BongosLP's Generation III Bongos offer the same 9" and 7 1/4" head sizes as the standard set but with a third 5 1/2" diameter bongo added. This triple bongo set provides extra sound and accent possibilities and can easily be switched from a straight line configuration to a triangular configuration. Features include similar shell contour to LP Generation II Bongos, kiln dried Siam Oak construction, specially designed steel backing plate, hand selected natural rawhide heads, traditional rims, and Cuban style bottoms crafted from high strength steel in a chrome finish.These bongos fit perfectly on the LP330 Cam Lock Bongo Stand.
Armando Peraza BongosBorn in Havana, Cuba, and one of the most revered icons in the world of percussion, Armando Peraza is a legendary master on both congas and bongos. Upon arriving in New York City in 1949, he quickly built a reputation of amazingly fast, complicated handwork, experimental techniques and showmanship. During his prolific career, which has spanned more than 60 years, Armando Peraza has performed on more than 100 albums, written over 40 songs and performed/recorded with such musical icons as George Shearing, Cal Tjader, Santana, Jaco Pastorius, Charlie Mingus and Billie Holiday. In 2003, LP unveiled the LP Accents Armando Peraza Signature Series Congas and Bongos as a tribute to this percussion legend. # Integrated artistic shell finish is molded into the drum, helping to preserve the look and beauty of the drum* Virtually indestructible, with steel reinforced bearing edges molded into the fiberglass to provide maximum strength* Plated cast aluminum bottoms* 5/16" diameter tuning lugs have been carefully formed to hug the shell, making them as comfortable for playing as possible* 7-1/4" and 8-5/8" hand selected, natural rawhide heads* Available in gold tone finish with LP Comfort Curve® II Rims
Galaxy Giovanni Ash Bongos with Gold Hardware
Galaxy Giovanni Series Ash Wood Bongos with Chrome Hardware
Latin Percussion LP794X Galaxy Glitter Bongos with Gold Tone HardwareLP Galaxy Fiberglass Bongos deliver maximum volume and snap. They have steel reinforced bearing edges molded into the fiberglass to provide maximum strength. For even greater durability, the inside of the shell has been reinforced with a layer of Kevlar® fiber, the bullet proof vest material which is two-times stronger than steel.The 7-1/4" and 8-5/8" natural rawhide heads have been hand-picked for quality. LP Galaxy Fiberglass Bongos have a space age, sparkle finish that's accented with gleaming gold tone hardware including LP Comfort Curve® II Rims and gold tone cast aluminum bottoms. The gold tone 5/16" diameter tuning lugs have been carefully formed to hug the shell making them as comfortable for playing as possible. They are the perfect match to LP Galaxy Fiberglass Congas.
No band has been more important in popularizing Latin rhythms to the masses than Santana. Legendary Carlos Santana, world-renowned musician has had a long and celebrated relationship with LP. A member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Santana has sold more than 90 million records, performed for 100 million people globally and won 10 Grammy Awards.Celebrating the career of Carlos Santana, Latin Percussion has created a Santana signature line that includes these exclusive Santana commemorative design, fabric wrapped, fiberglass drums.Celebrating the career of Carlos Santana, Latin Percussion introduces these exclusive Santana commemorative design, fabric wrapped, fiberglass drums. Features include:
LP Aspire® Fiberglass Bongo Drums provide durability and projection while featuring a high gloss finish accented by black LP Aspire EZ Curve Rims and chrome 9/32" tuning lugs. Constructed with smaller 6 3/4" and 8" natural rawhide heads and Cuban style steel bottoms, they are a great entry level set of bongos. Available in black or red. Quality at an economical price!
LP Aspire Wood Bongos offer the beginning or student player quality at an affordable price. The bongos feature kiln-dried, environmentally friendly Siam Oak. Heads are 6 3/4" and 8" with natural rawhide heads with a cuban style bottom. The rims are black powder coated LP Aspire EZ Curve Rims.
LP Music Collection™ Mini Tunable Bongos The LPM199AW Mini Tunable Bongos are modeled after the world famous LP Generation II Bongos. Constructed of kiln dried, environmentally friendly Siam Oak. They feature 3-1/2 and 4-1/8 inch calf skin heads, chrome-plated hardware and miniature Comfort Curve II rims. Rubber tips prevent them from marring any surface. 4 inch tall bongos are fully tunable and produce quality tones.
LP Music Collection Santana Mini Tunable Bongos LPM200-AWFeatures:
LP Music Collection Santana Mini Tunable Bongos LPM202-SNGFeatures:
LP Matador Fiberglass Bongos Raul Rekow Signature SeriesLP Matador Fiberglass Bongos offer the durability and projection of fiberglass shells at an affordable price.Features:
LP Matador Wood BongosKiln dried, environmentally friendly Siam Oak shells. Fitted cast aluminum bottom, Traditional rims Natural rawhide heads, 5/16" diameter tuning lugs and Traditional 7-1/4" and 8-5/8" heads.These Bongos fit perfectly on the LP M245 Matador Strap-Lock Bongo Stand
LP Matador Fiberglass BongosLP Matador Fiberglass Bongos offer the durability and projection of fiberglass shells at an affordable price.Features:
LP Matador Custom Wood Bongos Vintage SunburstFeatures:
CP Traditional Bongos
