Grammy-winner Luis Conte is an acknowledged master of percussion. His celebrated career includes touring and/or recording with some of the greatest names in contemporary music, including Madonna, Eric Clapton, Phil Collins, James Taylor, Santana, Celine Dion, Barbara Streisand, Backstreet Boys, Ray Charles and Cuban legends Arturo Sandoval and Chachao. He can also be heard on the scores and/or soundtracks to such movies like Mission Impossible, Rain Man, Disney?s animated Tarzan, and many more.
It is with great appreciation and deepest respect that Meinl honored their friend and his life?s work with his MEINL Artist Series Luis Conte Signature Timbales. Perfection in even the smallest detail is realized in this superlative instrument. All of the specifications Luis required for his instrument have been consequently realized.Features
Extensively hammered shellsTwo worked in flangesCuban style flared out bottom edgeBrackets cast from special brass alloy
Adjustable cowbell holderHeight adjustable tilting double braced tripod standAccessory pouchL-shaped tuning keyTune Up Oil
