Gon Bops California Series Hand-Built Quinto and Conga Drum Set - Excellent Condition

This listing is for a set of previously used Gon Bops California Series Quinto and Conga Drum set. These drums are in wonderful condition and show only very slight signs of usage. The wood and hardware are free of visible scratches and blemishes. The hardware is free of rust or other blemishes. The heads show only slight signs of usage. Specs: Shells: Appalachian Red Oak, single stave shells Color: Mahogany Finish: Natural Hardware: Chrome Rims: Cold Rolled Comfort Curve (similar to those pioneered by Rick Buscemi at Fat Congas) Tuning Bracket Protective covers Skins: Remo NuSkyn Size: Quinto: Model CA1075N/MS Diameter: 10.75” Height: 30” Conga: Model CA1150N/MS Diameter: 11.5” Height: 30” Serial Numbers: Quinto: 2159 Conga: 2302 About the California Series: The California Series is a premium line of congas that honors Gon Bops’ California origins in the U.S. The series is a nod to the company’s American roots, adhering to the classic Cuban-shaped conga shells and prioritizing hand-crafted quality. Each conga drum in the California Series was hand-crafted under the guidance and direction of renowned conga master builder Akbar Moghaddam, who had previously worked with Tom Flores at Valje Drums. The California Series followed a meticulous and time-consuming build process that set it apart from the mass produced lines of conga drums by Gon Bops and others. The build process included: Use of quarter-sawn single stave solid Appalachian Red Oak, with each stave cut and bent by hand. Steel rings were hammered into place, and the staves were allowed to cure for an extended period of months. The shells were hand-glued using improved modern glue and the shells were hammered into their classic shape before turning them. The shells were sanded to a soft finish after nearly an entire year of construction and curing. This series of drums have long been discontinued and are difficult to find.

Condition

Used (normal wear)