| Shopping for conga drums can seem a bit | | | | Conga Drum Sizes |
| overwhelming especially if you're new to the market | | | | A conga a is tall and narrow hand drum, played with |
| or not sure what questions to ask. As a hand drum | | | | the fingers and palms, often in pairs, but sometimes |
| store owner and percussion enthusiast I'm frequently | | | | in other combinations, or just singly. They are |
| asked questions from customers regarding the best | | | | available in a range of sizes; the smallest can be just |
| set of conga drums to purchase for beginner players. | | | | 9 inches across and are worn from a shoulder strap, |
| Let's face it; there are many congas in the | | | | while the largest "supertumbas" are up to 14 inches |
| marketplace all vying for your attention and all pretty | | | | across. Heights typically range from 28" to 32" inches. |
| much look the same. However, the unique | | | | The size of drum obviously affects the sound and |
| differences in each conga can make a big difference | | | | pitch of the instrument, with the largest drums being |
| in playability, sound, and overall enjoyment. | | | | used to play the lower rhythms, and the smaller |
| After reading the information below, you'll be able to | | | | Quinto conga drums acting as the "singer" of the |
| make a clear and confident decision in selecting the | | | | band, playing the melody. |
| best conga drums for beginner players. | | | | |