World-class all the way, just like Giovanni! The retro, traditional design of the LP Giovanni Palladium Conga is a design by the Master Conguero Giovanni Hidalgo himself. This tall congo is 32 and composed of richly grained ash wood. It features Galaxy hardware and a hand-selected raw hide drum head. It also has patented extended collar LP Comfort Curve II Rims for an optimally ergonomic design. Giovani Hidalgo This famed conguero is skilled at all percussion instruments. Ambidexterous, Hidalgo has exceptional skill and an incredible career. He has played with œEl Rey Tito Puente, Paul Simon, Carlos Santana, and Dizze Gillespie among many others. Giovani Hidalgo™s skill and expertise ensures that the Giovanni Palladium Conga is a truly exceptional percussion instrument.