Detail 01
Single drum, not a pair
You get one. Traditional bongo playing alternates two pitches, so you'd need a second drum for that.
Product detailSKU #1274228065654
Rhythm BandBongos Single Small 5 in. H x 5 in. Dia.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A single small hand drum, not a bongo pair. Suits classroom sets and percussion tables where one high, tight voice is enough.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Classroom sets where each student gets one drum
- Adding a single high-pitched hand drum to a percussion table
- Small hands and small playing spaces
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone expecting a matched high-and-low bongo pair
- Players who want low end — a 5-inch head has none
- Gigging percussionists needing full-size drums
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
5 in. head diameter
Very small. High, sharp and cutting, with almost no body underneath the attack.
Detail 03
5 in. shell height
Short shell, short sustain. You get a tight pop rather than a note that rings on.
Detail 04
Played by hand
No sticks. Tone comes from placement — near the edge for a crack, center for a duller thud.
Detail 05
$44.99
Above toy percussion, below a pro pair. You're paying for something that survives daily classroom handling.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01One drum only — buy two if you want the classic high-low bongo pairing
- 02Nothing else required to play it: no stand, no sticks, no amplification
- 03Confirm the head is tunable before planning to retune or replace it
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this a pair of bongos?
No. This is one drum, 5 inches across. Standard bongos are two joined drums of different diameters played together.
02How does it sound?
High and tight. A 5-inch head on a 5-inch shell gives a short, popping tone with very little sustain.
03Can children play it?
Yes. The small size fits young hands, and it produces a usable sound with no technique needed.
04Do I need a stand?
No. It's small enough to hold, rest on a lap, or set on a table while you play.
