Meinl Artist Series Mongo Santamaria 12 1/2 Tumba American White Ash

Meinl Artist Series Mongo Santamaria 12 1/2" Tumba — Premium American White Ash

Honoring the legacy of Ramon "Mongo" Santamaria, one of Latin Jazz's most influential congueros, this artist-signature tumba delivers the warm, resonant tone that defined decades of legendary recordings. Crafted from two-ply American White Ash, this 12 1/2" drum stands 30" tall and combines traditional craftsmanship with professional-grade hardware for players seeking authentic sound and reliable performance. The Mongo Santamaria tumba features genuine buffalo heads paired with reinforced 10 mm tuning lugs and precision-engineered 4 mm rounded SSR rims, ensuring stable tuning and responsive playability across a wide dynamic range. Gold-tone hardware adds visual distinction while the included Meinl Conga Saver, soundpads, tuning key, and maintenance oil provide everything needed for immediate use and long-term care.

Key Features

• 12 1/2" tumba size with 30" height for comfortable seated or standing play
• Two-ply American White Ash shell delivers warm, focused mid-range tones characteristic of traditional Latin percussion
• Genuine buffalo drum heads for authentic response and durability
• 10 mm reinforced tuning lugs provide stable, reliable pitch control
• 4 mm rounded SSR rims engineered for consistent strike response and reduced rim noise
• Gold-tone hardware adds professional appearance and corrosion resistance
• Includes Meinl Conga Saver stand, soundpads, L-shaped tuning key, and Tune Up Oil for complete setup
• Artist-signature design honoring Mongo Santamaria's contributions to modern Latin Jazz