Detail 01
Wood rim
The rim is a playing surface, struck with the stick. Wood gives a warmer, woodier click than a metal hoop.
Product detailSKU #1274034483582
LPTambora with Wood Rim
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
LP tambora with a wood rim, the two-sided drum used in Dominican merengue and bachata, played with stick and hand.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Merengue and bachata players needing an authentic tambora
- Latin percussion sections adding a Dominican voice
- Players who want a wood rim for rim-stick playing
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players wanting a general-purpose hand drum like a conga
- Anyone on a tight budget for a first hand drum
- Kit drummers with no place for a strapped drum
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
Two-headed drum
One head is struck with a stick, the other with the open hand, so a single drum covers two different voices.
Detail 03
Played across the lap or on a strap
The drum sits horizontally, not upright. You need seated playing position or a strap for standing gigs.
Detail 04
Natural finish
Unstained shell shows the wood grain. Marks and wear from the stick will show over time.
Detail 05
$424.07
Priced above entry hand percussion. This is a specialist drum for a specific style, not a general-purpose beginner instrument.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Strap or stand for standing play may be separate
- 02You need one tambora stick; it is not a drumstick
- 03Wood shell reacts to humidity swings — avoid storing near heat
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What is a tambora used for?
It is the main drum in Dominican merengue and bachata. One head takes the stick, the other takes the hand, driving the rhythm.
02How do you play a tambora?
Sit with it across your lap or hang it on a strap. Strike one head and the rim with a stick while the other hand plays the opposite head.
03Is a tambora the same as a conga?
No. Congas stand upright, are single-headed and played with both hands. A tambora lies horizontal, has two heads and uses a stick.
04Can a beginner play this?
Yes, the technique is learnable, but it is a style-specific drum. If you want a general first hand drum, a conga or bongos fit better.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Natural
