Detail 01
12.5 in. diameter
Standard quinto size. Measure your drum's bearing edge, not the shell's widest point, before ordering.
Product detailSKU #1274034483744
LPLP265C Conga Head 12.5 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Replacement 12.5 in. conga head from LP. For players re-heading a quinto or small conga, or keeping a spare in the gig bag.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing a worn or split head on a 12.5 in. conga
- Keeping a backup head for touring percussionists
- Restoring an older LP conga back to playable condition
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone whose drum is not 12.5 in. — sizing is exact
- Players wanting a new drum rather than a part
- Beginners who have never re-headed a drum unaided
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
Conga head, not a drumhead ring
Made to be tensioned by side plates and lugs, not a snare-style hoop. Different mounting entirely.
Detail 03
LP brand
Made to fit LP hardware tolerances. Fitting to another maker's drum may work, but check the diameter first.
Detail 04
$159.99
A single head, not a pair. Re-heading a full conga set costs multiples of this.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Only the head is included — no hardware, lugs, comfort curve rims or tuning wrench
- 02You need a proper conga tuning wrench and patience to seat it evenly
- 03New heads stretch and go flat for the first few playing sessions
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What size conga is 12.5 inches?
That's quinto range — the smallest and highest-pitched drum in a standard conga set. Measure your bearing edge to confirm before ordering.
02How do I know when my head needs replacing?
Visible cracks, a hole, a dead spot that won't tune out, or a head so stretched the lugs run out of thread.
03Can I replace it myself?
Yes, with a tuning wrench and time. Seat the head evenly and tighten lugs in a star pattern in small increments.
04Will it fit a non-LP conga?
If the drum measures 12.5 in. at the bearing edge, likely. Hardware clearance varies between makers, so measure before buying.
