This conga drum from Meinl's Fibercraft Designer Series offers dependability and professional sound characteristics. It is made from premium fiberglass and is finished in a dazzling carbon. Fiberglass is used because it has defined and cutting characteristics, and is able to cut through the mix easier than wood congas. The conga also is consistent in any environment, never changing with the climate or humidity levels, like wood congas do. Some of its other features include True Skin Buffalo drum Heads, providing authentic feel, and tone. Chrome-plated 10mm strong tuning lugs for durability and precise tuning. Chrome-plated 4mm rounded SSR-Rims providing a comfortable playing experience.