Double Agent
Well-known member
So this is my official introduction to the EBMM forum. I knew I was getting a Bongo and decided to start posting yesterday. Well, my Bongo arrivied today and I'm happy as can be.
Before this, I had a Dingwall Afterburner which I loved to death but had to sell for financial reasons. I had played a Bongo before so I knew I would like it. There are some things I preferred about the Dingwall, but there are some major advantages to the Bongo that I have found already. For instance, after playing the Dingwall, the Bongo seems smaller due to the 34" scale so I don't have to strech as much for the low notes. Also, one thing I commonly heard about the HH Bongos was that they were difficult to slap/pop on. I am no slapaholic, am actually an average slapper at best, but I have not had any problems with this. My favorite thing about the Bongo so far is the high end on this thing is just magic. It is extremely present without being the least bit harsh. The harmonics are also outstanding. Even though I had played one before, I am still impressed. The initial plan was to get another Dingwall as soon as I get back on my feet, money-wise. The plan has now been revised
I am thinking a fretless Bongo 5 HH would look real good next to this one...maybe in Blue Dawn....
Anyways, here are some pics of my new beauty. I'll be taking her to practice for the first time tomorrow and rockin it at a big New Years Eve show on Sunday. I'll post follow-ups to anyone who cares.
Before this, I had a Dingwall Afterburner which I loved to death but had to sell for financial reasons. I had played a Bongo before so I knew I would like it. There are some things I preferred about the Dingwall, but there are some major advantages to the Bongo that I have found already. For instance, after playing the Dingwall, the Bongo seems smaller due to the 34" scale so I don't have to strech as much for the low notes. Also, one thing I commonly heard about the HH Bongos was that they were difficult to slap/pop on. I am no slapaholic, am actually an average slapper at best, but I have not had any problems with this. My favorite thing about the Bongo so far is the high end on this thing is just magic. It is extremely present without being the least bit harsh. The harmonics are also outstanding. Even though I had played one before, I am still impressed. The initial plan was to get another Dingwall as soon as I get back on my feet, money-wise. The plan has now been revised
I am thinking a fretless Bongo 5 HH would look real good next to this one...maybe in Blue Dawn....Anyways, here are some pics of my new beauty. I'll be taking her to practice for the first time tomorrow and rockin it at a big New Years Eve show on Sunday. I'll post follow-ups to anyone who cares.
