Latin Percussion M201-ABW Matador Wood Bongos

The Latin Percussion M201-ABW Matador Wood Bongos pair traditional construction methods with dependable hardware to deliver a versatile percussion instrument suited to a wide range of musical styles. The Siam Oak shells provide a dense, resonant body that projects warm low tones from the larger hembra and crisp, cutting slaps from the smaller macho. Topped with natural rawhide heads in 7-1/4" and 8-5/8" diameters, these bongos produce the organic tonal character that synthetic heads cannot fully replicate — and the rawhide continues to develop richer overtones as it breaks in with regular playing.

Hardware on the M201-ABW is built to withstand the demands of practice and performance. The 5/16" diameter tuning lugs allow precise pitch adjustment, while the steel backing plates and plated cast aluminum bottoms reinforce each drum's structure and protect against wear. Traditional rims complete the classic aesthetic and ensure compatibility with standard replacement heads. Whether you are a beginning player learning foundational hand patterns or an experienced percussionist adding a reliable pair of bongos to your rig, the Matador series delivers consistent quality and a sound that sits well in both acoustic and amplified settings.