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Our Top Choice
Meinl Percussion Journey Series Bongos
Meinl Percussion is a leading manufacturer of a broad range of percussion instruments. It works on principles of diligence, precision, and acoustic perfection.
Beautiful and high quality finish; easy to tune and stay tuned for a long time; very durable; produce incredible sounds.
They are heavy.
6.5 inches and 7.5 inches
ABS plastic
Buffalo skin heads
Tuning key included
7 color options
Best Value
Tycoon Percussion Siam Oak Ritmo Bongo Drums
Tycoon Percussion is a globally renowned maker of percussion instruments that define excellence. Its products possess the newest innovations in the market.
Surprisingly rich tones; solidly constructed; gorgeous mahogany finish; easy to tune with the accompanying wrench.
The sound has insufficient range for professional play.
6 inches and 7 inches
Siam oak wood
Water buffalo skin heads
5/16" tuning lugs with tuning key
Mahogany and natural finish
Latin Percussion Giovanni Signature Bongos
For over a century, Latin Percussion has crafted professional grade percussion instruments and holds patents on hundreds of designs.
Stunning fit and finish; the metal hardware is high quality; they can be easily tightened and untightened; their sound is rich and full.
It doesn’t include a carrying bag.
7-1/4 inches and 8-5/8 inches
North American ash
Natural raw hide
5/16" diameter tuning lugs
Natural finish
Toca Synergy Wood Bongos
The birth of Toca Percussion was inspired by the African-Cuban sounds of the ‘90s. These instruments are crafted to give musicians a new sound in a quality package.
Great powerful sound; perfect for beginners and professionals; made with high grade components; can easily be tuned to match your desired sound; very sturdy.
They’re heavy and may not be easily moved.
6 inches and 6-3/4 inches
Ply wood
Natural raw hide
8 tuning lugs
4 color options
Remo Rhythm Club® Bongo Drum
Remo was founded on an understanding of the power of drums. This has made it a worldwide leader in the percussion industry.
Can withstand a lot of use and abuse from kids; not overly loud; can be easily carried around by kids; features a very cute, playful print.
The screws regularly require tightening.
5 inches and 6 inches
Acousticon
Suede
Pre-tuned
1 colorful picture option