For me, this is by far, one of the best channels for not only beginners, but players of any level who just want to experiment or maybe add some different things to their conga game. I have gone through many channels and in my opinion, the biggest issue I have with many of these other channels is how they just overcomplicate the explanations. The best thing about this channel is the manner of explanation which takes one to their desired goal. If one wants to learn a simple tumbao, that's exactly what you give. In several minutes, they're playing a simple tumbao. I subscribed to this channel not too long ago but it was agood decision. I also have to say that even at my level, which is certainly not beginner, but not expert either, I have managed to learn quite a bit in a short amount of time! Great channel!
I’m glad you’ve found so much value here. ..: and thanks for spending the time give such specific feedback. Your description of the channel is exactly in line with my goals, so it’s helpful to me to hear it from a viewer.
@@RhythmNotes Absolutely, my friend! I do appreciate your response. If this was your goal, then you have succeeded! There are many well-known congeros out there who have great channels, but for some reason, their lessons can sometimes be confusing and more difficult than they need to be. You seemed to have found the perfect mix of oral explanation and visual demonstration! I have also liked your Facebook page as well, my friend. Thanks again!
Very nice patterns! Learn it part for part and it comes good. Also very fine that you have a time-list and all the additional information in the description. Just bought the Audix i5, hope it brings my sound up. To add something: there is another posibility to play the tumbao in a ternary feeling: like a shuffle: H.TS.TH.TO.O Nothing changes, not even the allocation of the hands, only the feeling is different.
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My gain input is averages -12 to -14 db, which seems to work the best with pluggins when mixing in a DAW. And I cut frequencies to fix problems (usually hi-pass filter set to 180 hz ... listen for basket ball ring around 700 and cut that as needed with synthetic heads) and add frequencies to shape tone (usually the slap cuts better with 2 to 4 db of 3.5 khz to 5khz). The EQ depends on the tuning, the room, and the way you play, so I start in those areas and make adjustments to my liking. This video was recorded and mixed years ago, so I couldn't tell you specifically what I did. I would probably do it differently today. I probably added some compression, but not too much or the hand touches can sound "smacky" with synthetic heads. ... Hope this helps!
I noticed you do not hit the congas that hard. Is it because you are using the mics? I have arthritis and I am looking for any type of technology that will help me. Thank you. Your advise is greatly appreciated .
The main reason is because I have mics. Plus, Michael Spiro once told me that it’s not necessary to destroy your hands, especially with sound support. When I played bats drums a lot and salsa gigs every week, I hit the drums a lot harder. It’s important that if you do hit hard that your technique is very good. Otherwise you can do a lot of damage.
T = Toe, H = Heel, O = Open, and (T) = touch. In my newer vids and articles I write touch strokes with tc. Check out this article for more explanation of the strokes and sounds. rhythmnotes.net/basic-conga-techniques/
@@RhythmNotes Thanks for the reply. I enjoyed the video, nice playing! Can I ask for some advice about conga patterns that are in "big" 3/4, instead of 6/8 (which is really a slow 4/4 in triplets)? Thanks in advance!
