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Meinl 11" Marathon Classic/Marathon Designer Series Conga Head

To learn more about replacing Latin drum heads, take a look at our article on Finding Replacement Heads for Your Congas and Bongos.

The Meinl 11" Marathon Rawhide Conga Drum Head will fit on the following conga models:

  • Meinl Marathon Classic (MCC11xx, MCC1134xx, MCC1212xx, MCC-SET-xx)
  • Meinl Marathon Designer (MCC11xx, MCC1134xx, MCC1212xx)
  • Meinl Marathon Exclusive (MEC11NT-xx, MEC1134NT-xx, MEC1212NT-xx)

To find other heads that will fit your drum, see our article and reference chart for finding the right Latin drum heads.

Rawhide conga heads tend to have a warm, deep tone with a lot of nuance layered into the sound. Real skin heads offer a more authentic look and tone than synthetic materials offer, but they are susceptible to changes in humidity and temperature, making them more fragile.

The Meinl Marathon series is a great series for Latin percussionists on a budget. The series has an attractive price range, but it also have a competitive, authentic tone quality.