Latin Percussion LP1314-GIO Bronze Timbal Set

The Latin Percussion LP1314-GIO Prestige Timbales are a signature instrument designed in collaboration with legendary percussionist Giovanni Hidalgo. Built with bronze shells in 13-inch and 14-inch diameters at a 6.5-inch depth, these timbales produce a characteristically warm and resonant tone that distinguishes them from brighter steel-shell alternatives. The bronze material provides rich sustain and complex overtones, making the set particularly well-suited to musical contexts where tonal warmth and depth are valued — from traditional Latin genres to jazz fusion and contemporary world music.

A notable design detail is the wide rib placement on the shells, which creates a larger cascara playing area for executing shell patterns — a fundamental technique in timbale performance. The top-tuning system allows for quick, accessible pitch adjustments without dismounting the drums. Latin Percussion packages the set with everything needed to start playing: a heavy-duty, fully adjustable tilting stand provides stable support and positioning flexibility, while the included cowbell bracket, timbale sticks, and tuning wrench round out the kit. For percussionists looking for a complete, performance-ready timbale setup with a distinctive bronze voice, the LP1314-GIO delivers a thoughtfully designed package.