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Latin Percussion

Latin Percussion Generation II Bongos

  • 1 pair of Generation II bongos
  • Tuning wrench included
  • 3 year warranty, 90 days on bags and cases, heads excluded
  • Natural finish, chrome among listed materials
  • Aluminum and steel listed as body material
  • 11 x 11 x 20 inches listed dimensions
  • 16 ounces listed weight

Updated 20 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A tunable bongo pair for players who want crisp, distinct highs and a maker warranty behind them. Heads are excluded from that coverage, so head replacement falls on the owner.

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ASIN: B0006J0I8EModel: LP201AX-2Category: Bongos

Overview

Latin Percussion builds the Generation II bongos as a pair with a strongly contoured shell, which the maker says produces crisp, distinct high tones. Head tension is set with the tuning wrench supplied in the box.

Tone is the reason to buy: the contoured shell is shaped for sharp, cutting highs, and the wrench in the box lets you set head tension yourself. Head material and head sizes go unmentioned, so a player matching a specific sound should confirm those first.

Who it's for

Hand percussionists who tune by ear and want highs that cut through a band. Casual players who never plan to adjust head tension will not use what sets this pair apart.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Both drums in one set
  • Tuning wrench included
  • Contoured shell for crisp high tones
  • Long maker warranty on the drums
Cons
  • Heads not covered by the warranty
  • Head size not listed
  • No case or stand in the box

Performance notes

The pronounced contour of the shell shapes how the head vibrates, and the maker credits it for the crisp, distinct highs. Head tension, set with the included wrench, then decides pitch and how quickly notes decay, so regular tuning governs how close the drums stay to that bright voice.

Specifications

BrandLatin Percussion
ModelLP201AX-2
Dimensions & fit
Item weight1 pound
Item dimensions11 × 11 × 20 inches
Construction & materials
Body MaterialAluminum, steel
MaterialAluminum, Chrome, Steel
Finish TypeNatural
ColorNatural
Included components
Included ComponentsTuning wrench
Warranty & support
Warranty Description3 years
Other details
Set Name1 Pair

Frequently asked questions

How do you tune the LP Generation II bongos?

Use the included tuning wrench to adjust head tension. Tighter heads raise pitch and brighten the high tones the contoured shell is built for.

Does the LP201AX-2 come with a case or stand?

No case or stand is listed. The only included component is a tuning wrench.

What sound do the LP Generation II bongos make?

The maker says the more pronounced shell contour creates crisp, distinct high tones.