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Posted: **Tue Feb 27, 2007 11:41 am**

Hi,

Your oppinion/expierence regarding ISLA PERCUSSION congas?

http://www.islapercussions.com

Posted: **Tue Feb 27, 2007 1:57 pm**

Alafia Abure Roka!
I hope that you are well and in an abundance of blessings!

I have ordered a set of two drums from Isla, one 13" and one 12.5", so far I haven't received them, but I've been guaranteed a great product.
I've been dealing with Mario and he's been extremely courteous and accomodating with my order. I've been able to change things on my order without any complaints or concerns from him. He has also kept me informed of the progress of the drums, sending me pics of them as they are being developed.

I expect nothing but the best of product from Isla Percussion, and will post my evaluation of the drums once I receive them. I will say this however, dealing with Mario has been a very welcoming and comfortable experience!

here is his information:
Mario

mpunchard@islapercussions.com

310-916-3425

They are one of the few Latino (Puerto Rican) manufacturers in the USA which is run by drummers (congueros, percussionists). Each drum must meet their rigorous standards before leaving the factory.

Many blessings!

Onile!

This is the style of drums that I ordered, the finish will be in early american walnut however. I'm looking forward to them.

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Posted: **Tue Feb 27, 2007 3:06 pm**

Those look incredible!

Posted: **Wed Feb 28, 2007 3:39 am**

Those are nice, for sure...

But what's up with the shape of those drums? They look a bit unusual to me...

Posted: **Wed Feb 28, 2007 3:47 am**

Part of it is the angle the picture was taken of course, but yeah it does have an interesting shape, although not unusual!

Posted: **Wed Feb 28, 2007 1:16 pm**

Alafia Abures Mi!
I hope that you are all well and in an abundance of blessings!

Okay! Here are the two Isla congas which I ordered, 13" and 12.5"!

check them out....

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Posted: **Wed Feb 28, 2007 1:17 pm**

otra....

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Posted: **Wed Feb 28, 2007 1:22 pm**

y los cueros....

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Posted: **Wed Feb 28, 2007 4:00 pm**

Onile,

Very nice pics! Ok, now give us the road test. How do they sound, project and so forth? Are they heavy?

Facundo

Posted: **Thu Mar 01, 2007 1:45 am**

Onile-How many congas do you have? I know you are building your collection...so fess up-how many do you have and which ones do you use for what gigs? Which ones are your favorites and why? Inquiring minds want to know!

Posted: **Thu Mar 01, 2007 7:29 am**

Alafia Abures!
May you all be well and abundantly blessed!

Abure Facundo!
I'm sorry to mislead anyone, these are the final pics of the drums that are mine and being shipped out to me in the morning! The skins are still drying on them. I will definitely provide a review on the sound, weight and overall satisfaction with them once I get my mitts on 'em!

Abure Sakuntu!

I actually have four sets currently, five once I receive the Islas, six when I receive the Matthew Smith!
The sets are used in most cases for the following gigs:
LP Patatos (my beater congas) most of the loud gigs with horns or guitars:
Gonbops= most of my trio gigs and salsa gigs!
Fats= some of my trio gigs, recording, latin jazz
LP Palladiums= my stay at home congas, simply 'cause they're too damn heavy to haul!

Much love brothers!

Onile!

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Posted: **Thu Mar 01, 2007 9:56 am**

Onile!

Please do it like Abakua and other guys here, post a pic of all your 'ladies tumbadoras' together, pleaseee!

You have a collection that varies from manufacturer to different colours and shapes, must see!!!

Take care!

Pimpi

Posted: **Thu Mar 01, 2007 10:16 pm**

hello everyone

my first time posting...although i've read through the posts many many times. anyway, i'm getting ready to go in for a big set of congas (3-5) and am wanting opinions and comparisons on jcr and isla. I've talked to Isaac and Mario. It is hard to decide, and I'm sure either would be an amazing set. I was just wanting to hear from those who have experienced both congas. I'm most concerned with the sound and the durability of the drums and sound. any opinions on the two...particulaly the types of wood and skin used. thanks in advance, i look forward to your advice

Posted: **Fri Mar 02, 2007 1:40 am**

Really Nice!

Posted: **Sun Mar 04, 2007 2:15 am**

onile wrote:I expect nothing but the best of product from Isla Percussion, and will post my evaluation of the drums once I receive them. I will say this however, dealing with Mario has been a very welcoming and comfortable experience!

SALUDOS FAMILIA!
HA SIDO UN TIEMPITO PERO TODAVIA HAY AMOR.

I HAVE TO AGREE WITHOUT A DOUBT THAT MARIO IS GREAT TO DEAL WITH, JUST ORDERED SOME SKINS TO REPLACE THE BUFFALO HIDE THAT CAME WITH MINE AND I'M MORE THAN SURE THAT IT'LL MAKE A 100% DIFFERENCE.

SUAVE HERMANO.

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ISLA PERCUSSION - Discussion, Quality, Experience, etc

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