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All of Luis’ needs have been met and exceeded with the MEINL Artist Series Luis Conte Signature Congas. They combine the charm and sound of the old traditional Cuban drums with modern features and innovations. These congas are equipped with traditional rims, are mounted as close to the shell as possible, and when combined with MEINL’s True Skin Buffalo Heads, they enable an even more controlled sound. The MEINL Artist Series Congas (Luis Conte) won the MIPA Award in the "Best Percussion Product" category.
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All of Luis Conte's needs have been met and exceeded with the MEINL Artist Series Luis Conte Signature Congas. They combine the charm and sound of the old traditional Cuban drums with modern features and innovations. The congas are equipped with traditional rims, are mounted as close to the shell as possible, and when combined with MEINL's True Skin Buffalo Heads, they enable an even more controlled sound.
Award-winning percussion for an award-winning percussionist.
All of Luis' needs have been met and exceeded with the MEINL Artist Series Luis Conte Signature Congas.
Black powder-coated hardware.
Artist Series Luis Conte Congas
- 30 inches tall
- Two ply rubber wood
- True Skin Buffalo Heads
- 8 mm strong tuning lugs
- 4 mm traditional TTR-Rims
- Black powder coated hardware
- Natural matte finish
Award-Winning Percussion...
The "Musikmesse International Press Award" is annually presented by 55 music magazines from all over the world who get together and vote the best products in certain categories. The MEINL Luis Conte Artists Series Congas won the MIPA Award in the "Best Percussion Product" category....For an Award-Winning Percussionist
Grammy-winner Luis Conte is an acknowledged master of percussion. His celebrated career includes touring and/or recording with some of the greatest names in contemporary music, including Madonna, Eric Clapton, Santana, Céline Dion, Barbara Streisand, Backstreet Boys, Ray Charles and Cuban legends Arturo Sandoval and Cachao.A Passion for Details
Conga Rims
The MEINL Traditional-Tuning-Rim (TTR) for congas represents the traditional "Cuban Style." It is narrowly placed around the shell and enhances the overall conga sound.Conga Saver
The patented Conga Saver is truly a MEINL innovation. Available in 8 mm and 10 mm versions, they are placed over the conga lugs to prevent them from damaging and scratching the shell while the conga remains fully tunable.Conga Heads
MEINL True Skin Buffalo Heads are without a doubt the perfect choice for both wood and fi berglass congas due to their structure, thickness, and sonic characteristics. True Skin hides are selected by specialists. After the selection process, each skin is gently tanned using a special MEINL procedure and then mounted by hand to become a first class True Skin Head.MEINL Is a Member of the Germany Working Group of the Forest Stewards Council: FSC
The traditional plantation of rubber wood (Hevea brasiliensis Muell.-Arg.) in Thailand meets all ecological requirements. In a natural evolution, new trees are planted and the older ones, which have ceased to provide latex, are harvested. In this way, plenty of raw material is available and the valuable rain forest eco-system is preserved. In addition to rubber wood (Hevea brasiliensis Muell.-Arg.), we also utilize American White Ash (Fraxinus americana L.) which meets all the CITES-regulations set in the "Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora."What's in the Box
MEINL Luis Conte 11-3/4-inch Conga, MEINL Conga Saver, MEINL Soundpads, Accessory pouch, L-shaped tuning key, Tune Up Oil
Rick Garcia
Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2022
The Luis Conte Signature conga is by far the best value of any conga on the market today. With traditional Cuban rims and styling and natural skins they have the authentic sound of the islands. Only a high end hand made conga could sound a little better but why pay over a thousand dollars for one conga when these are so wonderful. Take it from someone who's been playing the conga for over 50 years. These are a tremendous value with a rich warm sound.
John N.
Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2021
I ordered what I thought was the original model. It was pictured as the original. When I opened the box, I noticed I had been sent the anniversary model with the silver badge and not the black badge. Small thing; I know. But it looks out of place with my other drums that have the original black badge.AMAZON: Please be specific regarding models when advertising these drums on your site!
John
Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2019
I purchased the set(3) at a bargain price( Internet search) Earthy Tones Make these congas a Great investment not the lightest but worth every cent! I am selling my fiber glass drums,Love the sound of these wooden drums.I changed the heads nothing wrong with them,just my personal prefrence.
Kastner Ulrike
Reviewed in Germany on January 13, 2019
Klanglich perfekt
E. Parks
Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2017
These drums, the shell, hardware, skin, and shape deliver at levels expected from instruments at twice the price. I have a tumba and segundo, and will add a 3rd, 4th, maybe up to 6 or 7; they are that inexpensive for the value received.
Argelia Alonso
Reviewed in the United States on January 8, 2014
Although I am not a professional player, the deep rich tones emitted by this drum make me sound as if I am. I was looking for a drum that was of a good quality but that would not set me back financially too much. I think I found the perfect combination with the Luis Conte Series. Good sound, great look, reasonable price. I am very happy with the product and would absolutely recommend it.
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