Moperc Congas: The Final Maple Era Before the Mahogany Shift
Have you ever dreamed of owning Moperc congas in maple—or ash? That window has just about closed.
We’ve officially taken the last conga orders for ash, and we’re now using the final slabs to complete existing builds. From this point forward, ash and walnut congas are discontinued, and only a small number of maple congas remain available.
⚠️ If you absolutely want to complete your ash conga set, contact us immediately. We may be able to work something out with the limited spare ash wood we have left.
Meanwhile, Moperc bongos remain fully available in all tonewoods, including ash, maple, walnut, and a wide range of exotic species. They continue to offer the same customizability, craftsmanship, and sonic beauty you've come to expect.
We’re Entering the Mahogany Era
Going forward, Brazilian mahogany will be the only wood used for Moperc conga builds. This isn’t an ending—it’s a creative and strategic pivot. We’re focusing our attention on one of the most revered tonewoods in Latin percussion to elevate consistency, simplify workflow, and refine our voice.
A Mahogany Moment
We recently acquired a stunning bundle of Brazilian mahogany—enough to complete a bold new chapter in Moperc's legacy.
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Poncho Sanchez Signature Series — Originally limited to 100 sets, we’re extending this series to 200 total, now built exclusively in Brazilian mahogany.
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30th Anniversary Series — Still capped at 100 sets (only 30 left!)
This wood is gorgeous—full of golden streaks, tiger striping, and unmistakable tone. These aren’t just instruments—they’re heirlooms in the making.
All models available here; https://moperc.com/collections/congas-custom-cubano-series
Why the Change?
1. Wood Optimization
Moperc congas are built exclusively from quarter-sawn staves—beautiful, acoustically rich, and extremely demanding in terms of yield. Ash, long a staple, has become cost-prohibitive and inefficient for this kind of cut. Brazilian mahogany arrives in wider, straighter slabs—ideal for this precise, handcrafted work.
2. Bongos Are Booming
Bongos are now Moperc’s most in-demand product—and for good reason. They allow us to work with smaller cuts, exotic woods, and striking pairings that would be unsustainable for congas. Ash, walnut, maple, cocobolo, leopardwood—you name it, we can still build it into a Moperc bongo.
The Final Drop: Maple Congas Only
Ash and walnut are now part of Moperc’s conga history. We're finishing the last remaining ash orders, and only maple is still available in very limited quantities.
🔹 Order Now – See below for what’s left
🔹 Check the Ready-to-Ship Page – We’ll occasionally release drums from remaining shell stock
👉 [Ready-to-Ship Drums]
Current Conga Wood Availability
🔹 Hard Maple (Approx. 12 Congas)
Pre-cut at 30" – ideal for 28”/30” Cubano and Tropical models
Bright, crisp tone with excellent projection
True sugar maple – heavy, dense, and durable
Janka Hardness: 1,450 lbf
https://moperc.com/products/custom-cubano-congas-4-bands-maple-with-color-choices
🔹 Brazilian Mahogany – No Limitations
Now standard for all future Moperc congas
Warm color, golden streaks, tiger striping
Legendary tone—used by builders like Vergara, Tirado, Sonoc
Janka Hardness: ~1,000 lbf
https://moperc.com/collections/congas-custom-cubano-series
Rare & Historical Moperc Conga Woods (Not Available for New Orders)
If you own congas in these woods, you hold a collector’s gem:
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American White Ash – Our flagship wood for years.
Approx. 200 made
Janka: 1,320 lbf -
American Black Walnut – Refined tone and visual elegance.
Approx. 60 made
Janka: 1,010 lbf -
Cherry (Black Cherry) – Sweet and mellow with deep color over time.
Approx. 90 made
Janka: 950 lbf -
White Oak – Dense and resonant, like a wine barrel.
Approx. 30 made
Janka: 1,350 lbf -
Red Oak – Bold, open tone; heavy and porous.
Approx. 10 made
Janka: 1,220 lbf
Bongos: Infinite Possibilities, One Maker
As the conga line evolves, Moperc bongos remain a creative playground. Every set is handcrafted and available in our full spectrum of tonewoods—including ash, maple, walnut, Brazilian mahogany, and rare exotics.
Recent exotic woods include:
Zebrano • Movingui • Leopardwood • Padauk • Ebiara • Cocobolo (only one available)
Because bongos use less wood and can accommodate irregular cuts, we can offer short runs, experimental pairings, and even wild finishes.
Signature woods (always available):
Brazilian Mahogany • Maple • Ash • American Black Walnut
We are currently working on the online catalog
In Summary
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We’ve taken the final conga orders in ash. Only maple remains.
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Ash and walnut congas are discontinued and now considered historical Moperc woods.
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Brazilian mahogany is the new standard for all future Moperc congas.
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The Poncho Sanchez Signature Series has been extended to 200 sets, now crafted in mahogany.
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Bongos remain available in all woods, including ash, walnut, and exotics.
What About the Eric Perez Signature Series?
If you’ve been trying to complete your black ash set—this is it. We’re finishing the last builds now. After that, it’s history.
And yes—Eric Perez has fully embraced Brazilian mahogany, too. Expect some new ideas on the horizon.
Final Maple Builds Are Underway
We’re completing the last non-mahogany congas right now. If you’ve been waiting—don’t wait any longer.
👉 [Order now at www.moperc.com]