Latin Percussion is proud to introduce a set of congas and bongos designed in collaboration with longtime LP artist Richie Gajate-Garcia. Made with banded shells of exotic Romanian Tilia wood for a defined and full-bodied sound, Richie’s new congas and bongos feature natural rawhide heads, Top Tuning Comfort Curve II Rims and chrome hardware over a Mavi-colored satin finish. The are top tuning and created with a layer of fiberglass to strengthen the inside upper portion of the shell. Sizes include an 11″ Quinto, 11-3/4″ Conga and 12-1/2″ Tumbadora. LP Richie Gajate-Garcia Bongos are fitted with 7-1/4″ and 8-5/8″ heads.
Richie Gajate-Garcia is constantly looking for new sounds and relies on the unique tones of LP to ignite his self-expression. He is known for his unique independence and ability to play multiple percussion instruments simultaneously.
Passion. It is the force that drives all human beings to strive, to achieve and to make their dreams come true. The story of Latin Percussion hinges on the passion of one man. A passion that drove him to create, innovate and unmistakably change the face of percussion — and music — forever.