Latin Percussion Aspire LPA601-VSB Wood Bongos
- Wood shells, lacquered vintage sunburst
- 4.4 pounds, 19 x 10 x 9 inches
- Ambidextrous layout
- Warm sound profile, per the listing
Updated 20 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A wooden Aspire bongo pair from LP with a warm voice and a lacquered sunburst finish. Head size and tuning hardware are not stated, so check those details before ordering.
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ASIN: B002ZUHQJGModel: LPA601-VSBCategory: Bongos
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Overview
Not a synthetic shell set, the LP Aspire bongos use wooden shells with a lacquered vintage sunburst finish. The pair is played with the hands and works for either a left or right handed player.
Wood shells and a warm sound profile point the Aspire pair at players who want a mellow hand drum tone. The listing is thin: no head size, head material or tuning detail appears, which matters when ordering spare heads.
Who it's for
Suited to a home player or small group percussionist adding bongos to a setup. Anyone expecting a stand or bag in the box should look for a bundle.
Pros and cons
- Wood shells for a warm tone
- Lacquered vintage sunburst finish
- Works for left or right hand players
- Head size not listed
- No stand or case included
- Warranty details only by web link
Performance notes
Pitch depends on head tension, so the player sets the voice of each drum by tuning. The wood shells soften the attack, which supports the warm character the listing describes.
Specifications
| Brand | Latin Percussion |
|---|---|
| Model | LPA601-VSB |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 4.4 pounds |
| Item dimensions | 19 × 10 × 9 inches |
| Hand orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Construction & materials | |
| Body Material | Wood |
| Finish Type | Lacquered |
| Color | Vintage Sunburst |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Not included |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | See LP warranty information page |
| Other details | |
| Item Type Name | Bongos |
| Sound profile | Warm |
Frequently asked questions
What comes in the box with the LP Aspire bongos?
The listing marks included components as not included, so expect the drums alone, with no stand, bag or tuning key.
Is the LPA601-VSB a conga or cajon?
No. It is a bongo pair, listed by LP under the Bongos item type.