Gon Bops has just announced a deeper Djembe selection for 2019, including a new 10” model in the Mariano line. Like the 12” Mariano Djembe, the new 10” instrument is crafted from Durian wood for extreme lightness and strength, with a compact top ring that’s designed to fit nice and tight to the player’s body. An exceptional high-tuning capability delivers strong bass and high, cutting slaps. The REMO Black Suede head is smooth to the touch and provides excellent warmth and articulation. Extremely light, the 10” Mariano Djembe is a killer sounding, portable instrument that’s ready to go on the road!

New Gon Bops Fiesta bells are crafted from clear-coated raw steel and offer excellent sound and performance at a very smart price. The eye-bolt pull clamp accommodates mounting rods up to 3/8”.

 The Fiesta Cha-Cha (FS053) and Cha-Cha Alto bells (FS043) offer clear, high-pitched tone. Designed to be mounted, they can also be played handheld for desired muted tones.

 The Fiesta Timbale Bell (FS084) is designed to mount on a timbale or drum set. Medium-pitched, it is ideal for playing articulate rhythmic patterns in both percussion and drum sets. 

 The Fiesta Rock bell (FS085) offers dry, low-pitched tone that cuts cleanly through the loudest music, providing maximum versatility for both drumset and percussion set-ups. 

 The Fiesta Agogo bell (FSAG011) offers brightness and pitch for Samba, Salsa or even mainstream music. The tone is clear and bright.

We’re excited to showcase our latest films, featuring some of the great new products we’ve recently introduced! New clips include our beautiful new Roberto Quintero Fiberglass congas and bongos, authentic Brazilian-made Caxixi, Timbale Snare and our incredibly light Pandeiro line.  Stay tuned as we continue to post more and more vid features!   

https://www.youtube.com/user/GonBopsTube/featured

 

We’re very exicited to announce the addition of the following instruments, to be premiered at Winter NAMM, 2018!

Roberto Quintero Signature Drums
Designed with Master Conguero Roberto Quintero, these beautiful drums produce deep, resonant bass tones and loud, cutting highs … as only fiberglass drums can deliver. All drums feature premium Fiberglass shells, CA Contour Hardware, REMO Skyndeep Heads. Crafted in Thailand.

Fiesta Cajons
Available in 4 fresh, new colors, with sound and quality well above their price point. All 4 new models feature internal, adjustable snares, large rubber feet for superior isolation and a size and form factor that is beginner friendly. Crafted in Thailand.

8” Timbale Snare
Blending a traditional Latin timbale with a sensitive, long-range snare throw-off, our 8″ Timbale snare provides the ability to play cutting timbale fills with a snare back-beat at your fingertips. Crafted in Taiwan from premium lightweight aluminum w/custom synthetic head.

Crasher Deluxe
Ships with two sets of blades (stainless steel & aluminum), for a choice between loud and cutting, or soft, white-noise effects. Includes Gon Bops V-Grip mount for the strongest, most- secure hold possible. Crafted in Taiwan.

Caxixi
100% hand woven in Brazil from natural, sustainable materials. The combination of wild banana tree seeds striking the hard gourd skin base produces lively, organic sounds to provide excellent rhythmic accompaniment and color. Sold as individual shakers.

Hickory Claves
Crafted from select choice Hickory wood, these bright, high-pitched claves deliver the same cut and timbre as traditional Rosewood claves. Crafted in Canada.

Fiesta Wood Shakers
A 3-pack of Shakers designed to offer a variety of sounds for percussionists at all levels. Smartly-priced, these are easy to add to your percussive arsenal, no matter what your budget. Made in China.

Bongo Duffel Bag
Constructed from fully-padded, water-resistant fabric with silky-smooth lined interior, it offers excellent protection for your valuable instruments. Made in China.

Timbale Hardware Set
A complete premium solution for mounting bells, blocks, cymbals, and more to a Timbale set. Offers maximum versatility and a rock-solid platform for professional musicians. Crafted in Taiwan.

 

Thank you to everyone for supporting Gon Bops this year!  2018 promises more great things, including some amazing new products so keep your eyes and ears here for more updates.  Thanks to all our amazingly talented artists for all your inspiration!   Here’s to the New Year!!

GB artist Michael Carabello is currently featured with the Original Santana linup in a feature PBS special presentation concert.  See this fantastic show featuring Michael with original members Gregg Rolie, Neil Schon, Michael Shrieve and Carlos!  The featured photo here of Michael was from Woodstock, playing Gon Bops!!

http://www.pbs.org/video/vegas-pbs-santana-iv-promo/