Description
Overview
The Santana Mini Bongos are a high-quality miniature replica of a full-size Latin Percussion bongo set, designed as a commemorative piece celebrating the long-standing partnership between LP and Carlos Santana. Featuring striking artwork from the Sacred Fire album, these mini bongos combine collectible aesthetic appeal with the genuine construction standards of professional percussion instruments.
Key Details
- Authentic Shell Construction: Built with Siam Oak shells to ensure durability and a resonant tone consistent with LP’s professional standards.
- Genuine Drumheads: Equipped with 3-1/2″ and 4-1/2″ natural rawhide heads for an organic, traditional sound.
- Professional Hardware: Features 5/16″ tension rods, making these miniature drums fully tunable to the player’s preference.
- Enhanced Ergonomics: Includes mini Comfort Curve® rims, replicating the comfortable playing edge found on full-sized LP bongos.
- Commemorative Art: Adorned with intricate graphic art sourced directly from Santana’s Sacred Fire album.
Use Cases
- Collector’s Display: An ideal centerpiece for music memorabilia collections, specifically for fans of Carlos Santana and Latin percussion.
- Studio Decor: Adds a professional and artistic touch to recording studios or rehearsal spaces.
- Educational Tool: A tactile way to demonstrate bongo construction and tuning mechanics in a compact format.
- Unique Gifting: A premium gift for percussionists and world music enthusiasts.
Installation
These mini bongos arrive ready for display. To adjust the pitch of the rawhide heads, use a standard wrench compatible with the 5/16″ tension rods. Tighten the rods evenly in a cross-pattern to ensure the head remains centered and the tension is distributed uniformly across the shell.
Compatibility
This is a standalone physical percussion instrument. It is compatible with any standard flat surface for display or tabletop use.
Additional Details
- Manufacturer: Latin Percussion
- Edition: Santana Sacred Fire
- Delivery Format: Physical
- Weight: 2.79 lbs
- Dimensions: 11.5″ x 7″ x 0.38″
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