Detail 01
12.5 in. head
The widest standard conga diameter, so it sits lowest in pitch and is the set's bass voice.
Product detailSKU #1274034483461
LPJose Madera Legend Conga 12.5 in. Tumba
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 12.5-inch tumba — the lowest-pitched drum in a conga set. For percussionists adding bottom end to an existing conga or quinto.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Adding low register alongside an existing conga or quinto
- Latin percussion sections needing a defined bass voice
- Players building a two- or three-drum conga setup
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- First-time hand drummers buying a single starter drum
- Players wanting mid or high conga pitches
- Anyone needing a compact drum for tight stages
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
Tumba designation
Tumba names the role, not the brand model — it is the low drum, below conga and quinto.
Detail 03
Hand drum, no pedal or stick
Tone is shaped entirely by hand position — open tone, slap, bass, heel-toe.
Detail 04
Larger head on a hand drum
Wider heads need more hand surface and force to speak, so slaps sit quieter relative to open tones.
Detail 05
Single drum
Sold as one tumba, not a matched conga set, so pitch spacing depends on what you pair it with.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Sold as a single drum — a conga and quinto are separate purchases
- 02Stands, basket, or a double stand are not included
- 03Natural heads shift pitch with humidity and need retuning
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What is the difference between a conga and a tumba?
Size and pitch. Tumba is the largest and lowest drum at 12.5 inches. A conga sits above it, and the quinto is smallest and highest.
02Can I play this by itself?
Yes, but it only gives you the low voice. Most players pair a tumba with a conga so they have two pitches to work between.
03Does it come with a stand?
No. Tumbas of this size are usually played on a stand or basket, and that is bought separately.
04Is this a good first hand drum?
Not really. A single mid-pitched conga is the more common starting point. A tumba is normally added second or third.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Blue
