Detail 01
Premium fiberglass construction
Supports the bongos' rich, dynamic tone.
Product detailSKU #1500000455371
MEINLDiego Gale Signature Premium Fiberglass Bongos 7" and 8.5" Midnight Star
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Premium fiberglass signature bongos built for rich, dynamic Afro-Cuban tone, with articulate highs, warm lows, and resonance-focused hardware.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players seeking bongos for authentic Afro-Cuban rhythms
- Studio recording and live performance
- Players who want precise tuning and articulate response
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Buyers seeking a non-fiberglass shell construction
- Players who do not need a 7 in. and 8.5 in. bongo setup
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
MEINL Freeride suspension system
Works with the fiberglass construction to maximize resonance and sustain.
Detail 03
8 mm strong tuning lugs
Provide tuning adjustment for the desired articulation.
Detail 04
3 mm rounded SSR-Rim
Supports precise tuning and articulation.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01This is a 7 in. and 8.5 in. bongo pair.
- 02The shells are premium fiberglass.
- 03It uses 8 mm tuning lugs and a 3 mm rounded SSR-Rim.
- 04The Midnight Star finish is paired with chrome-plated hardware.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What sizes are these bongos?
They have 7 in. and 8.5 in. drums.
02What are the shells made from?
Premium fiberglass.
03Who collaborated on this signature model?
Diego Galé collaborated closely on its design.
04What finish and hardware do they have?
A Midnight Star finish with chrome-plated hardware.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
5 detailsOther
- Category Source
- detail
- Tier
- new
- Korena Special
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- Source Id
- site51500000455371
- Prop65
- WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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