Description
Key Details
- Premium Shell Material: Constructed from hand-selected aged Siam Oak for superior resonance.
- High-Gloss Finish: Stunning Dark Iris finish with a super high-gloss coating for maximum visual impact.
- Authentic Heads: Genuine water buffalo skin heads provide crisp tones and superb response.
- Professional Hoops: Equipped with black powder-coated Classic-Pro hoops for enhanced durability.
- Robust Tuning Hardware: Large 5/16″ diameter tuning lugs ensure stable tension and precise tuning.
- Standard Sizing: Features a 7″ and 8-1/2″ drum configuration.
- Complete Package: Includes a dedicated tuning wrench for immediate setup.
- Lightweight Portability: Weighs approximately 11.79 lbs, making them easy to transport to gigs or lessons.
Use Cases
Educational Settings: An ideal choice for students learning Latin percussion due to the high-quality build and intuitive tuning system.
Live Performance: The high-gloss Dark Iris finish and powerful projection make these bongos perfect for stage use in salsa, bachata, or world music ensembles.
Studio Recording: The aged Siam Oak shells provide a rich, natural tone that captures well on microphones for professional recording projects.
Home Practice: A reliable, durable instrument for percussionists looking to expand their rhythmic repertoire in a home studio environment.
Installation
These bongos arrive ready for minimal setup. To prepare the instrument for play, use the included tuning wrench to tighten the 5/16″ diameter lugs. Tighten the lugs in a cross-pattern (star pattern) to ensure the water buffalo skin heads are seated evenly across the Classic-Pro hoops. Once the desired tension is reached, the instrument is ready for immediate use.
Compatibility
These bongos are standalone percussion instruments. They are compatible with standard percussion accessories, including bongo straps, stands, and dampening gels. No electronic integration or external power is required.
Additional Details
Manufacturer: Tycoon Percussion
Dimensions: 19″ x 10.5″ x 0.5″
Weight: 11.79 lbs
Finish: Dark Iris High Gloss







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