{"product_id":"meinl-marathon-classic-quinto-11-ambre-naturel-13585","title":"MARATHON CLASSIC SERIES - 11 QUINTO - NATURAL - MCC11SNT","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Context and Positioning in the Range\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Marathon Classic series follows a simple logic: offering percussion in a traditional format, with manufacturing choices focused on reliability (multi-ply shells, sturdy hoops, durable hardware), while maintaining an attractive price point. Positioned in a \"performance\" oriented range, it targets musicians who want a serious instrument, ready to withstand transport, tension variations, and long sessions, without moving into more budget-demanding premium models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho This Drum\/Instrument Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis conga is particularly suitable for \u003cstrong\u003edemanding beginners\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eintermediate players\u003c\/strong\u003e seeking a stable instrument, pleasant to the touch, and precise enough to work on technique (open tone, slap, bass). It will also appeal to group percussionists (salsa, son, Latin-jazz, afro, funk, pop) who want a reliable set, easy to tune, and consistent in sound, both acoustically and with microphone amplification.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThanks to the \"True Skin\" buffalo head, the sensation is more \"alive\" than with synthetic heads, which helps develop nuance and control. It's a relevant choice if you play with your fingers and are looking for an authentic timbre, with a natural grain and beautiful articulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures and Innovations\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe core of this conga is based on a \u003cstrong\u003e2-ply\u003c\/strong\u003e Rubber Wood (Hevea brasiliensis) construction, a wood valued for its stability and resistance to mechanical stress. In practice, this means an instrument that holds its tuning better and withstands environmental changes (transport, temperature and humidity variations) more calmly-a crucial point when alternating between rehearsal spaces, stages, and storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn the hardware side, the \u003cstrong\u003e8 mm hooks\u003c\/strong\u003e contribute to even tensioning, while the \u003cstrong\u003erounded 2.6 mm \"SSR\" hoops\u003c\/strong\u003e improve playing comfort and the feel under the fingers, especially during fast passages where the hand often brushes the hoop. The whole is complemented by \u003cstrong\u003epowder-coated black hardware\u003c\/strong\u003e, chosen for its durability and understated aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor setup, the individual \u003cstrong\u003e\"Steely II\" basket supports\u003c\/strong\u003e (black) stabilize each instrument and allow ergonomic adjustment to your posture: height, tilt, and positioning down to the millimeter according to your technique. The inclusion of an \u003cstrong\u003eaccessory pouch\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003etuning key\u003c\/strong\u003e facilitates maintenance and adjustments, helping you keep your sound consistent from session to session.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSound\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRubber Wood (Hevea brasiliensis) generally offers an interesting balance between \u003cstrong\u003ewarmth\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eattack\u003c\/strong\u003e. With a \u003cstrong\u003e2-ply\u003c\/strong\u003e construction, you get a structured response: the attack remains clear, projection is strong, and sustain stays controlled, which helps maintain clarity in a group mix. In ensemble playing (brass, guitar, bass, piano), this definition allows the strikes to stand out without becoming overwhelming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e\"True Skin\" buffalo heads\u003c\/strong\u003e bring a very organic character: a round \u003cstrong\u003ebass tone\u003c\/strong\u003e, a broad \u003cstrong\u003eopen tone\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eslaps\u003c\/strong\u003e with marked grain. Buffalo also tends to produce more natural and less \"plastic\" harmonics, which will please percussionists seeking a traditional sound. On the downside, like all natural heads, sensitivity to ambient conditions can be more noticeable: regular tuning and a short adaptation time depending on the room will allow you to get the best out of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFinally, the choice of \u003cstrong\u003erounded hoops\u003c\/strong\u003e enhances the tactile sensation and promotes comfortable playing over time, which directly impacts sound quality: the more relaxed you are, the more consistent your strikes, and the more precisely the conga responds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:2rem\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eRubber Wood (Hevea brasiliensis)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e2-ply\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e76 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u0026quot;True Skin\u0026quot;\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHooks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e8 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHoops\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u0026quot;SSR\u0026quot; 2.6 mm rounded\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardware finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003epowder-coated black\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBasket supports\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u0026quot;Steely II\u0026quot; individual\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupport color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eblack\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003esatin\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Meinl","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54358035398931,"sku":"13585","price":409.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/0872\/6803\/files\/0a7f5aad0d1fd61ddad9bfe0d018ab98fceb7959_MEINL_CONGA_MARATHON_CLASSIC_MCC11_NATURAL.jpg?v=1787332397","url":"https:\/\/woodbrass.shop\/products\/meinl-marathon-classic-series-11-quinto-natural-mcc11snt-13585","provider":"Woodbrass.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}