How do you build the finest drums in the world? You begin with hand-selected, quarter-sawn Appalachian Red Oak. Each stave is meticulously cut and bent by hand. Steel rings are hammered into place and the staves are allowed to cure for months. The shells are hand-glued, hammered into place and turned by skilled craftsmen who have used these traditional methods for over 30 years. By the time they are hand-sanded to a baby soft finish, an entire year has passed. More Info »
Alex Acuna Signature Congas feature traditional Gon Bops teardrop top ring for vintage quality and feel, and smart design Gon Bops side and backing plates for extended tuning range and strength. Crafted in the traditional Cuban shape using only the finest North American Ash, Natural skin heads, Alex Acuna Congas sound amazing on stage or in the studio! Colors Available: Natural Lacquer
Material: All-Natural materials, Sustainable Wild Banana Tree Seeds, Hard Gourd Skin Base. Tone: Provides excellent rhythmic accompaniment and color. Hand-Woven in Brazil this caxixi is used primarily with Berimbau. The combination of the red seeds striking the gourd-skin base, produces a sharp, high-pitched tone, contrasting the softer, deeper pitch when the seeds strike a woven body. The shape of the handle is designed to be easily played in hand when playing the Berimbau, the traditional Brazilian wooden musical bow.
These brass shell timbales were designed by Gon Bops with Alex for road touring and provide a dark cascara for that "authentic" sound. The Alex Acuna Signature Timbales come with a stand and cowbell holder. They feature 14" and 15" drums, recessed tuning rods, and traditional steel counter hoops. The stand is extra secure with it's mega tripod base. For convenience, Gon Bops has installed a push-lock system for tightening or releasing both timbales. These timbales are made for pros More Info »
