Latin Percussion Galaxy Giovanni Series Conga, 11.75 Inches

by Latin Percussion

Product Features

• 11-3/4'' Wood Conga
• 30'' Premium North American Ash Wood Shell
• Natural Rawhide Head
• Rich, Deep Gloss Finish
• 3/8'' dia. Tuning Lugs

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 56.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B0002F52D8
• Item model number: LP806Z-AW
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #86,625 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)

Product Description

The Giovanni Series offers the exquisite beauty of North American Ash. Each drum is crafted with LP's exclusive construction process using three plies of wood which are assembled using internal steel pins for reinforcement. All of the natural colors and tones of this premium wood shine through the rich, deep gloss finish. They are accented by gleaming, gold tone heavy duty hardware including stronger 3/8" diameter tuning lugs and LP's patented Comfort Curve II Rims. Their all natural, hand picked rawhide heads have been specially treated to provide a uniform opaque white color and a softer touch. 11 3/4" Conga

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5.0 out of 5 stars Stunning and Sound Terrific, October 24, 2008

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This review is from: Latin Percussion Galaxy Giovanni Series Conga, 11.75 Inches

I have the Tumba, Conga, and Quinto. I do not have the Requinto and haven't played it, so can't comment on that. This listing is for the Conga.

Visually, these are stunning. They are made of very hard ash with a pronounced grain that just pops. Top that off with the gold Comfort Curve II rims, handles, and bottom bands, plus heart side plates, and the package is really pretty elegant.

The Giovanni's have natural heads. That, plus the wood body, makes for a warm tone. If you are accustomed to fiberglass congas or any of the available non-rawhide heads on the market, these may sound subdued to you and you may have to adjust your playing style a bit when you need a sharper slap or deeper bass. Don't mistake that for a criticism, though - that warm tone is just beautiful!

Playing seated, if you have have good position control and your foot lift technique is good, you'll be able to take advantage of the full dynamics in this set. If you play on stands, naturally the situation is somewhat easier. I will say the Tumba's bass note sounds best when the drum is up high.

Other notes: I find the Giovanni's fussy to tune. Mine work best together in a fairly narrow tuning range. These congas are quite heavy! That works for you in some ways - steadiness and tone, against you in others - transport and balance. The worth of the Comfort Curve II rim design depends on your technique, naturally, but are the type of design that can only help, not hurt you. If you can play traditional rims, these won't do anything additional for you. If you have trouble with traditional rims, you'll find these more comfortable by far. Watch out with the integrated shell protectors - they're nice to have and have saved me some dings, but they can be broken off themselves.

These are great, traditional tone congas that can compete with the best of the handmade congas available. What more would you need than Giovanni's endorsement anyway!!! Have a look also at the Giovanni Palladium congas. LP860Z Giovanni Palladium Series 11" Quinto