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CONTACT: Audrey Sahl Formula (212) 219-0321 sahl@formulapr.com Legendary Mariano Series Drums Are Back! Gon Bops reissues classic drum line MEDUCTIC, Canada (July 21, 2011) - Since launching the company in 1954, Gon Bops founder Mariano Bobadilla built only one line of drums that would carry his name: the Mariano Series drums were built from Philippine Mahogany and incorporated traditional counter hoops, tuning rods and side plates. They also utilized three reinforcing metal hoops around their traditional Cuban shaped shells. Gon Bops is proud to announce that Mariano Series Congas and Bongos are back. Constructed from sustainable Durian hardwood – virtually identical in performance properties to the original Philippine Mahogany – the new line uses the same traditional counter hoops, side plates, reinforcing metal hoops, and authentic Gon Bops cowhide heads as did the original classics. The natural heads and superb build quality make for a full bodied, authentic sound – from cutting slaps to big resonant bass tones. “It’s important for us as a company to preserve our heritage and to keep this legendary model alive,” claims Gon Bops product designer and master builder Akbar Moghaddam. “Although we have incorporated subtle changes to improve these classic instruments, we’re still using the 5-ear top ring design that can also be ordered as replacement parts for the original models, as can the side plate and tension rod. This is great news for owners of vintage models!” Mariano Series drums are available in 4 traditional sizes and Bongos are professional size 7” Macho and 8.5” Hembra. Model# Name Size MB1075 Quinto 10.75” X 30” MB1150 Conga 11.5” X 30” MB1225 Tumba 12.25” X 30” MB1325 Super Tumba 13.25” x 30” MBBG Bongo 7” and 8.5” About GON BOPS GON BOPS instruments are a perfect blend of vintage craftsmanship and innovative thinking. Since 1954, the company has pioneered several features and improvements that have forever changed Latin instruments. In January 2010, SABIAN Inc. announced the purchase of the inventory, intellectual property, patents and manufacturing equipment of GON BOPS. Today, GON BOPS manufactures an extensive line of percussion products and accessories, including Congas, Bongos, Timbales, Cajons and Bells. About SABIAN
SABIAN is globally renowned as the world's leading designer and maker of cymbals, offering instruments and sounds for every musical application, playing level and price point. Endorsers include major artists Neil Peart, Jojo Mayer, Mike Portnoy, Dave Weckl, and Jack DeJohnette, as well as renowned percussionists from the Philadelphia Orchestra, the Los Angeles Symphony, Royal Opera House – Covent Garden and the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra. Situated in Meductic, New Brunswick, Canada, and with offices in the US, the UK, Europe and the Far East, SABIAN is also the world's largest cymbal maker. For more information about SABIAN and its products, please visit the company online at www.SABIAN.com. ###
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<strong>CONTACT</strong>:<br />
<strong>Audrey</strong> <strong>Sahl</strong><br />
<strong>Formula</strong><br />
(<strong>212</strong>) <strong>219</strong>-<strong>0321</strong><br />
<strong>sahl</strong>@formulapr.com<br />
Legendary Mariano Series Drums Are Back!<br />
Gon Bops reissues classic drum line<br />
MEDUCTIC, Canada (July 21, 2011) - Since launching the company in 1954, Gon Bops founder<br />
Mariano Bobadilla built only one line of drums that would carry his name: the Mariano Series drums<br />
were built from Philippine Mahogany and incorporated traditional counter hoops, tuning rods and<br />
side plates. They also utilized three reinforcing metal hoops around their traditional Cuban shaped<br />
shells.<br />
Gon Bops is proud to announce that Mariano Series Congas and Bongos are back. Constructed from<br />
sustainable Durian hardwood – virtually identical in performance properties to the original Philippine<br />
Mahogany – the new line uses the same traditional counter hoops, side plates, reinforcing metal<br />
hoops, and authentic Gon Bops cowhide heads as did the original classics. The natural heads and<br />
superb build quality make for a full bodied, authentic sound – from cutting slaps to big resonant bass<br />
tones.<br />
“It’s important for us as a company to preserve our heritage and to keep this legendary model alive,”<br />
claims Gon Bops product designer and master builder Akbar Moghaddam. “Although we have<br />
incorporated subtle changes to improve these classic instruments, we’re still using the 5-ear top ring<br />
design that can also be ordered as replacement parts for the original models, as can the side plate and<br />
tension rod. This is great news for owners of vintage models!”<br />
Mariano Series drums are available in 4 traditional sizes and Bongos are professional size 7” Macho<br />
and 8.5” Hembra.<br />
Model# Name Size<br />
MB1075 Quinto 10.75” X 30”<br />
MB1150 Conga 11.5” X 30”<br />
MB1225 Tumba 12.25” X 30”<br />
MB1325 Super Tumba 13.25” x 30”<br />
MBBG Bongo 7” and 8.5”<br />
About GON BOPS<br />
GON BOPS instruments are a perfect blend of vintage craftsmanship and innovative thinking. Since<br />
1954, the company has pioneered several features and improvements that have forever changed Latin<br />
instruments. In January 2010, SABIAN Inc. announced the purchase of the inventory, intellectual<br />
property, patents and manufacturing equipment of GON BOPS. Today, GON BOPS manufactures<br />
an extensive line of percussion products and accessories, including Congas, Bongos, Timbales,<br />
Cajons and Bells.<br />
About SABIAN
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