The LP Paoli Mejias Signature 12 1/2″ Conga is based on LP Galaxy congas. Paolis signature conga features custom artwork which pays homage to the deep African roots that are at the core of Caribbean culture. The Paoli Mejias Signature Conga features a 3-ply Siam oak construction with an inner layer of fiberglass and internal reinforcements of steel. This sturdy design delivers a commanding bass tone with rich mid-tones and crackling highs with impressive projection. The head is made from natural rawhide skin and is reinforced by the Extended Comfort Curve II hoops and the steel-reinforced bearing edge. This helps to create slapping tones when played. The Paoli Mejias Signature Conga is perfect for gigging percussionists as the bearing edges are reinforced with steel for added durability. This also ensures that the drum will sound great for years to come. The Paoli Mejias Signature Conga also includes a tuning wrench for added convenience when youre on the road.
About Paoli Mejias Paoli Mejias is ranked among the best in Latin Jazz Rock and Salsa. His playing is powerful and energetic while being filled with soul and tradition. Completely self-taught Paoli purchased his first set of congas at age twelve inspired by records of conga legend Carlos ‘’Patato’’ Valdes and other Latin Jazz innovators. He would learn to play congas by imitating the sounds he heard on the records and was able to master conga playing without the benefit of an instructor. Paoli has played with top jazz and salsa artists such as Tito Puente Dave Samuels Dave Valentin Paquito d’Rivera Chick Corea David Sanchez and Danilo Perez. Each of these called for Paoli to play on their records for his unique blend of melodic sensitivity and blinding technique. About Latin Percussion From the moment he first stepped foot into New Yorks famous Birdland jazz club in 1956 Martin Cohen fell in love with Latin Jazz music. An engineer by trade when he discovered authentic Cuban percussion instruments could not be imported to the USA Cohen began designing and building his own. In 1964 Latin Percussion (LP) was officially born and in the fifty years since has become a household name for professional percussionists seeking the very best quality instruments with a little visual flare to boot. LPs products have featured on many of the most recognisable recordings in the world across a whole span of genres. With a staggering range of models from bongos and congas to cowbells and shakers and even hardware and accessories Latin Percussion is one of the worlds most trusted percussion brands. Specifications Shell Construction: 3-ply Siam Oak Inner Layer: Fiberglass Internal Reinforcements: Steel Height: 30’’ Shell Diameter: 12 1/2″ Lugs: 3/8’’ Hoops: Comfort Curve II Bearing Edges: Steel-Reinforced Tuning System: Classic Tuning Lugs Heads: Hand Selected Natural Head Accessory: Tuning Key Shell Protectors: ProCare Shell Protectors Hardware: Chrome Finish: Jazzambia Graphics Product Code: LP806526
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