The Best Folk and World Hand Drums 2025

1. LP Matador Puerto Rican Flag Conga 12-1/2 in.

The LP Matador Puerto Rican Flag Conga is a standard 11-3/4" drum with Siam oak shell emblazoned with the Puerto Rican flag. Soft Strike Rims, 5/16" tuning rods, LP ProCare shell protectors, unique side plates, and natural rawhide heads are featured. Proudly fly the multi-banded flag of Puerto Rico, an island that is indisputably the source of much of the world's finest indigenous Latin and Latin jazz music.

Elevate your performance with Matador Congas from LP Crafted from Siam Oak, these congas showcase genuine rawhide heads and Matador Soft Strike™ rims, offering a blend of traditional aesthetics and professional-grade sound Affordable yet high-quality, LP Matador Wood Congas are the perfect choice for musicians seeking authentic style and impressive sound in their playing ***This item may ship direct from the manufacturer Please contact us for estimated delivery if needed ***

2. LP Performer Series Conga with Chrome Hardware

LP congas feature Siam oak shells for warm, resonant open tones and sharp slap tones; EZ-Curve rims for hand comfort and tucked heads for a classic tone. The exterior drum shell design and steel bottoms provide extra durability and stability. Drum stands not included. Available in an 11" quinto, 11-3/4" conga and 12-1/2" tumba.

LP congas feature Siam oak shells for warm, resonant open tones and sharp slap tones; EZ-Curve rims for hand comfort and tucked heads for a classic tone The exterior drum shell design and steel bottoms provide extra durability and stability Drum stands not included Available in an 11" quinto, 11-3/4" conga and 12-1/2" tumba

3. Latin Percussion 11 in. Performer Series Conga, Chrome & Quinto

Performer Series Conga LP congas feature Siam oak shells for warm, resonant open tones and sharp slap tones; EZ-Curve rims for hand comfort and tucked heads for a classic tone. The exterior drum shell design and steel bottoms provide extra durability and stability. Drum stands not included. Specifications Finish: Quinto Size: 11 in. - SKU: DRMWR3298

LP congas feature Siam oak shells for warm, resonant open tones and sharp slap tones; EZ-Curve rims for hand comfort and tucked heads for a classic tone The exterior drum shell design and steel bottoms provide extra durability and stability Drum stands not included Available in an 11" quinto, 11-3/4" conga and 12-1/2" tumba

4. LP Conga Head 12.5 in.

This 12-1/2" LP Conga Head is made of genuine rawhide, which delivers a rich, deep sound. Latin Percussion rawhide heads are hand-picked according to texture, thickness and resiliency to assure the authentic sounds you expect.

All LP heads are hand-picked according to texture, thickness and resiliency to assure the authentic sounds you expect , ,

5. LP Matador 12-1/2" Wood Tumbadora, Natural/Chrome

LP Matador�� Congas are ideal for the working musician who needs professional sound and quality at a moderate price level.

LP Matador 12-1/2" Wood Tumbadora, Natural/Chrome Shell Material: Natural Oak Maximum Number of Pieces: 1 Product Color: Chrome, Wood Percussion Instrument Details: Conga Drum - 30" Height Product Color: Chrome, Wood Percussion Instrument Details: Conga Drum - 30" Height Head Material: Rawhide Maximum Number of Pieces: 1 Head Material: Rawhide Shell Material: Natural Oak

6. LP Aspire Wood Conga 12 in. Tumba Natural

12" LP Aspire Tumbadora made from kiln dried, environmentally friendly Siam Oak and features a natural rawhide tucked head. An excellent beginner instrument!

12" LP Aspire Tumbadora made from kiln dried, environmentally friendly Siam Oak and features a natural rawhide tucked head An excellent beginner instrument!

7. LP - LP860Z - Giovanni Palladium CCII 11" Quinto North American Ash Chrome

Retro design with unique exterior bands that harken back to the days of the famous Palladium dance hall, these 32" drums are great for traditional seated playing. The drums are made of 3-ply Premium North American Ash and outfitted with natural rawhide heads, Extended Collar Comfort Curve II rims, premium Galaxy hardware with 3/8" diameter tuning lugs, reinforced LP Heart side plates and LP ProCare Shell Protectors.

Retro design with unique exterior bands that harken back to the days of the famous Palladium dance hall, these 32" drums are great for traditional seated playing The drums are made of 3-ply Premium North American Ash and outfitted with natural rawhide heads, Extended Collar Comfort Curve II rims, premium Galaxy hardware with 3/8" diameter tuning lugs, reinforced LP Heart side plates and LP ProCare Shell Protectors ,

8. LP Giovanni Palladium Conga 12.5 in. Tumba

These Giovanni Hidalgo, LP Palladium Congas retro design with unique exterior bands that harken back to the days of the famous NYC Palladium dance hall. These 32" drums are made of 3-ply Premium North American Ash and outfitted with natural rawhide heads. Hardware features include extended Collar Comfort Curve II rims, premium Galaxy hardware with 3/8" diameter tuning lugs, and reinforced LP Heart side plates. ***This item may ship direct from the manufacturer. Please contact us for estimated delivery if needed.***

These Giovanni Hidalgo, LP Palladium Congas retro design with unique exterior bands that harken back to the days of the famous NYC Palladium dance hall These 32" drums are made of 3-ply Premium North American Ash and outfitted with natural rawhide heads Hardware features include extended Collar Comfort Curve II rims, premium Galaxy hardware with 3/8" diameter tuning lugs, and reinforced LP Heart side plates ***This item may ship direct from the manufacturer Please contact us for estimated delivery if needed ***

9. Gibraltar Conga Stand Large

Gibraltar Conga Stand Large

Gibraltar Conga Stand Large

10. Meinl Percussion Artist Series Luis Conte 12-1/2" Tumba - Natural Finish

12-1/2" diameter, 30" tall. Luis Conte is an acknowledged master of percussion, a Grammy-winner whose touring and recording credits read like a "who's who" of contemporary music. He collaborated with Meinl to produce this splendid line of traditional-style congas. The Meinl Artist Series Luis Conte Signature Congas combine the charm and sound of old Cuban traditional drums with the most modern of features and innovations. The congas are equipped with traditional rims and are mounted as close to the shell as possible. The True Skin buffalo heads enable a more controlled sound that's easier to tune.

Two ply Siam Oak (Hevea brasiliensis Muell.-Arg.) True skin buffalo heads Meinl Percussion Artist Series Luis Conte 12-1/2" Tumba - Natural Finish