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Quick General Bongo Drumhead Sizing Guide & Series Reference | Remo

Quick General Bongo Drumhead Sizing Guide & Series Reference | Remo

Quick General Bongo Drumhead Sizing - Here's a quick reference guide for our different series of bongo heads to be sure you get the right size for your drums. *1st Identify the advertised sizes of your bongo by searching online or contacting the manufacturer* Measurements and Descriptions: Full-Size Bongos: 7.15” crown = (7” or 7-1/4” drum), 8.5” crown (8.5” or 8-5/8” drum), 9” crown (9” drum) 'crown' = playing surface edge-edge of the drumhead. 'drum size' = shells bearing edge-edge. "Macho" = smallest drum in the set: 7" or 7-1/4" "Hembra" = largest drum in the set: 8.5" or 8-5/8", 9" Entry Level Size Bongos: 6.75” crown (6.75” drum), 8” crown (8” drum). 'crown' = playing surface edge-edge of the drumhead. 'drum size' = shells bearing edge-edge. "Macho" = smallest drum in the set: 6-3/4" "Hembra" = largest drum in the set: 8" We do not offer drumheads outside of these specs, for example-5.5" drum sizes.

Gon Bop Conga Models using Contour hoops: Drumhead Selection | Remo

Gon Bop Conga Models using Contour hoops: Drumhead Selection | Remo

What drumhead options does Remo offer for Gon Bop Conga models using Contour hoops? - Remo Symmetry Conga drumheads are designed specifically for non-Remo model Congas equipped with the latest version 'contoured/radial' hoops, i.e rims, as a standard among conga manufacturers-beginning since the late 90's. (If you have traditional hoops or would prefer tucked conga drumheads, please see other knowledge base post to confirm if drumheads are available for your model or contact our support center). Symmetry drumheads are specifically engineered to conform to the shells bearing edge with tension for optimum tone, pitch stability, and projection. Denotation: 'D' in the model number, denotes the inner diameter (ID) of the Aluminum Ring. D1 being the smallest, D4 being the largest-all specific to the type/model of the drum. Note the Crown size, i.e.playing surface remains the same: 9.75", 10.75" 11.06", 11.25”, 11.75", 12.25” 12.50", 13”.Due to non-standardized conga drum manufacturing, drumhead fit may vary...make sure to center and level as you tension for optimum performance. All listed models have been fit tested by Remo staff. Gon Bop Congas: California Series, Alex Acuna Series Special Addition Series, Alex Acuna Signature Series, Tumbao Pro Series, Mariano Series. Drum sizes 10,11,11.25,12.25, 12.50"