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1 For health, for spirit, for life Featured Product Guide

Let Toca become a part of your life. There s something about a drum.

It s primal. Pick up a drum and keep a beat and you ve instantly started your journey into musicianship.

rich rewards that drumming delivers. Toca makes drums that beg to be played.

2 Let Toca become a part of your life. There s something about a drum. It s nearly impossible to walk past one and resist the urge to hit it. It s instinctual. It s natural. It s primal. Pick up a drum and keep a beat and you ve instantly started your journey into musicianship. The longer you continue on that journey, the more satisfying the experience and the more you appreciate the rich rewards that drumming delivers. Toca makes drums that beg to be played. It doesn t matter if you ve been playing for years or if you re just getting started when you play a Toca drum, it instantly becomes one of the best parts of your life. tocapercussion.com

Celebrating an incredible 20-year journey. In 2013, Toca celebrates twenty years of creating hand drums and percussion for musicians world-wide.

The Toca Limited Edition 20th Anniversary Congas, Bongos and Djembe exemplify a brilliant combination of the company s origins and its vision for the future.

All of the drums feature natural calfskin heads, black mirror hardware and a specially designed 20th Anniversary Commemorative Badge and head graphics.

4 Celebrating an incredible 20-year journey. In 2013, Toca celebrates twenty years of creating hand drums and percussion for musicians world-wide. In honor of this milestone, Toca has created special, limited edition versions of the three instruments that helped forge Toca s reputation and ongoing legacy. The Toca Limited Edition 20th Anniversary Congas, Bongos and Djembe exemplify a brilliant combination of the company s origins and its vision for the future. The shells are hand-painted with a brilliant, high-gloss crimson and black finish. The interior of each conga and bongo shell is sprayed with a clearcoat resin that enhances its resonance. All of the drums feature natural calfskin heads, black mirror hardware and a specially designed 20th Anniversary Commemorative Badge and head graphics. These instruments are true collectables that sound as beautiful as they look. They epitomize Toca s proud twenty-year tradition of creating the most stunning hand drums the world has ever known. Toca 20th Anniversary Congas and Bongos Hand painted, Asian Oak shells with commemorative badge and head graphics Bongos have a contoured shells for comfort Calf skin heads Black Mirror hardware Clear resin sprayed on the inside of each shell 11" Quinto, 11 ¾" Conga, 12 ½" Tumba, 7" & 8 ½" Bongos /4 Conga 11¾ Head 30 tall 2011A Quinto 11 Head 30 tall /2 tumba 12½ head 30 tall 2001A bongos 7 & 8½ heads

5 Toca 20th Anniversary Djembe SFDJ-12ANV Hand painted, with commemorative badge and head graphics Lightweight, extremely durable PVC shell Rope tuned 12" Goat skin head

Freestyle II Djembes Toca s Freestyle II Djembes are the ideal travel companion. Their weather resistant synthetic shells are durable and lightweight.

6 Freestyle II Djembes Toca s Freestyle II Djembes are the ideal travel companion. Their weather resistant synthetic shells are durable and lightweight. Because the all-weather synthetic heads do not stretch or dry, they never lose their pitch. NEW! Spun Copper Finish (SC) Freestyle II Djembes sound fantastic. The shell and head combination produces high, crisp slaps and deep bass tones allowing a wide range of playing styles. A protective non-slip rubber bottom makes the Freestyle II perfect for outdoor drumming. The 14-inch djembe includes a durable carrying bag. Freestyle II Djembes are available in mechanical and rope-tuned versions. The mechanically tuned djembes come with a convenient tuning wrench and the rope tuned djembes are equipped with low-stretch, Alpine rope with braided cores for more precise tuning.

Red Mask (RM) Gold Mask (GM) TF2DM-10RM Lavender (LV) Ivy (IVY) Toca s Freestyle II Djembes are available in a variety of attractive finishes, including the hand-painted Spun Copper finish, new for

7 Red Mask (RM) Gold Mask (GM) TF2DM-10RM Lavender (LV) Ivy (IVY) Toca s Freestyle II Djembes are available in a variety of attractive finishes, including the hand-painted Spun Copper finish, new for They also come in four sizes: 9", 10", 12" and a 14" (which includes a free carry bag.) Deep Red (R) Freestyle II Mechanically Tuned Djembes TF2DM-9 9" Head 16½" tall TF2DM-10 10" Head 20" tall TF2DM-12 12" Head 24" tall TF2DM-14B 14" Head 26" tall * Specify color code Comes with bag Freestyle II Rope Tuned Djembes TF2DJ-9R 9" Head 16½" tall TF2DJ-10R 10" Head 20" tall TF2DJ-12R 12" Head 24" tall TF2DJ-14RB 14" Head 26" tall Comes with bag

8 Once reserved for kings, the Kente Cloth remains a proud symbol of Ghana s Akan people. Toca has taken this brightly colored material and wrapped it around the lightweight and durable synthetic shell of the Freestyle Djembe. New Freestyle Kente Cloth Djembes Toca Freestyle Djembes are rugged and weather resistant, making them the perfect instrument for drum circle facilitators and participants, as well as teachers and students of all levels. The drum has a goatskin head which produces a crisp and clear sound. It s available in both a rope-tuned version and a mechanically tuned version and comes in multiple sizes, the largest of which includes a convenient carry bag. Freestyle Kente Cloth Rope Tuned Djembes SFDJ-7K 7" Head 12" tall SFDJ-9K 9" Head 16½" tall SFDJ-10K 10" Head 20" tall SFDJ-12K 12" Head 24" tall SFDJ-14KB 14" Head 26" tall Comes with bag Freestyle Kente Cloth Mechanically Tuned Djembes SFDMX-9K 9" Head 16½ tall SFDMX-10K 10" Head 20" tall SFDMX-12K 12" Head 24" tall SFDMX-14KB 14" Head 26" tall Comes with bag

9 The original Nigerian Ashiko drums were hand carved from a single solid log. Toca has taken the conical-shaped Ashiko drum and created a spectacular sounding drum from lightweight, synthetic materials. The 12-inch diameter head is made from a durable synthetic material that maintains its pitch even in the most extreme situations. Sound ports located at the base of the drum allow standing or seated playing with no loss of resonance. The Toca Freestyle Ashiko Drum is 28-inches tall, is finished with a brightly colored Kente cloth design and is available in both a mechanically tuned version and a traditional rope-tuned version. New Freestyle Ashiko Drums This drum is perfect for educational needs, drum circles and health and wellness applications. Freestyle Ashiko Drums TFA-12RK Rope tuned 12" Head 28" tall TFA-12MK Mechanically tuned 12" Head 28" tall

10 Origins Series Wood Djembes Toca s Origins Series Wood Djembes are as traditional as a djembe can get. Beautifully hand carved from a single piece of plantation grown mahogany, they are drums to be cherished and enjoyed for years. The shell s interior is grooved to eliminate unwanted overtones, so the drum produces classic high pitch slaps, robust midtones and rich deep bass tones. Origins Series Djembes have rope tuned natural goatskin heads and come in four sizes to satisfy any player in search of a keepsake djembe. NEW Tribal Mask Design (TM) Celtic Knot Design (CK) Origins Series Wood Djembes TODJ-7 7" Head 12" tall TODJ-8 8" Head 16" tall TODJ-10 10" Head 20" tall TODJ-12 12" Head 24" tall African Mask Design (AM)

New Master Series Wood Djembes Like Toca s Origins Series, Master Series Wood Djembes are also expertly handcarved from a single piece of plantation grown mahogany.

11 New Master Series Wood Djembes Like Toca s Origins Series, Master Series Wood Djembes are also expertly handcarved from a single piece of plantation grown mahogany. The modified bowl shape produces an alternative sound profile with a more broad tonal range. The Master Series highs are a slightly lighter and its bass notes resonate freely. The Master Series Djembe is available in 12 and 13-inch head diameters. A low-stretch Alpine rope keeps the natural goatskin head in tune and all Master Series Djembes include a durable, padded carry bag for easy transport. Master Series Wood Djembes TMDJ-12NB 12" Head 24" tall TMDJ-13NB 13" Head 26" tall Bougarabou Drum With its origins in West Africa, the bougarabou can be traced back as the first known rendition of the conga. The Bougarabou is the perfect complement to a drum circle, adding deep and resonant bass tones. This drum is carved from a single piece of plantation grown mahogany and is topped off with a rope-tuned calfskin head. TBD-12AM 12 Head 24 tall

New Freestyle ColorSound Djembes Most would agree that the best part of drumming is having fun and Toca s new Freestyle ColorSound Djembes are all about fun!

12 New Freestyle ColorSound Djembes Most would agree that the best part of drumming is having fun and Toca s new Freestyle ColorSound Djembes are all about fun! These brightly colored drums are small and lightweight and have a synthetic shell and head. They re great for drum circles and the ideal drum for educators with a bunch of kids who are ready to rock! Freestyle ColorSound Djembes are just 12½-inches tall and have a 7-inch diameter head. They are sold individually or in sets of seven. TFCDJ-7 7" Head 12½" tall available in: red (MR), Orange (Mo), yellow (my), Green (mg), blue (mb), indigo (mi), violet (mv)

Jamal Doumbeks Toca s most popular doumbek is now available in three sizes. The Jamal Doumbek was designed in collaboration with doumbek master, Jamal Mohamed.

13 Jamal Doumbeks Toca s most popular doumbek is now available in three sizes. The Jamal Doumbek was designed in collaboration with doumbek master, Jamal Mohamed. They are an extremely durable drum made with a precision balanced, fiberglass shell and a protective rubber bottom. The Jamal Doumbek is specially designed to deliver rich, deep doums and crisp, high teks. A pre-stretched synthetic head features custom graphics and the shell shimmers with a hand-painted, antiqued silver finish. The Jamal Doumbek Bag is the perfect accessory when you re on the go. The nylon, padded bag protects your drum and includes embroidered artwork, a convenient shoulder strap and an external pocket. Jamal Doumbek SJDKF-9S 9½" Head 16" tall SJDKF-10S 10" Head 18" tall SJDKF-12S 11" HEAD 12" tall Jamal Doumbek Bag T-JDBG Holds SJDKF-9S or SJDKF-10S

Flex Drums and New Junior Flex Drums Designed in collaboration with percussionist and educator Kalani, the drum s conical shape and pre-tuned removable head make it stackable, saving educators and

14 Flex Drums and New Junior Flex Drums Designed in collaboration with percussionist and educator Kalani, the drum s conical shape and pre-tuned removable head make it stackable, saving educators and drum circle facilitators valuable space and transportation expenses. Educators and physical therapists have embraced the Flex Drum, finding it to be the perfect solution for students and patients. The new, more compact Junior Flex Drum has a 9½-inch head diameter, stands 18½ inches tall and weighs only three pounds. It s great for small hands and like the original Flex Drum, can be conveniently stacked and stored. Flex Drums are made from a durable, weatherproof, synthetic material that makes them virtually indestructible. The drum s protective non-skid rubber bottom prevents slipping on nearly any playing surface. The removable head can also be used as a frame drum. Both the Flex Drum and the Junior Flex drum come with an adjustable shoulder strap for stand-up playing. NEW Kente Cloth (K) Flex Drums/Jr. Flex Drums TFLEX-11 11½" Head 28½" tall TFLEX-JRK 9½" Head 18½" tall Available in NEW Kente Cloth (K) and Original Shadow Gray Design (G)

15 Original Shadow Gray Design (K) New Flex Drum Carry Bag The durable, all-new Flex Drum Bag holds three full size Flex Drums or up to five Junior Flex Drums. It has a reinforced zipper, an easy to carry handle and an external pocket for additional storage. TFLEX-BG

Custom Deluxe Congas and Bongos Toca s top-of-the-line Custom Deluxe Congas and Bongos have long been the choice of discerning pro percussionists.

16 Custom Deluxe Congas and Bongos Toca s top-of-the-line Custom Deluxe Congas and Bongos have long been the choice of discerning pro percussionists. The Custom Deluxe Conga, with its contemporary Afro-Cuban shell profile produces impressive volume and superb resonance. The contoured shell design of the Custom Deluxe Bongos maximize player comfort and produce a unique sound profile unmatched by any other bongo. Available in classic Quinto, Conga and Tumba sizes, Custom Deluxe Wood Congas feature 30-inch Asian Oak Shells. Both the Custom Deluxe Congas and Bongos are available in three new high-gloss lacquer finishes. NEW Finishes: Blue (BW), Natural (NW) and Dark Wood (DW) Custom Deluxe Wood Congas and Bongos /4 Conga 11¾" Head 30" tall 4611 Quinto 11" Head 30" tall /2 tumba 12½" head 30" tall 4600 bongos 7" & 8½" heads

17 Custom Deluxe Fiberglass Congas and Bongos are designed with a more pronounced bowl shape. This produces rich and robust deep bass tones. The fiberglass bongos use the same player-friendly contoured shell design and the congas are available in three sizes. Custom Deluxe Fiberglass Congas and Bongos /4F Conga 11¾" Head 30" tall 4611F Quinto 11" Head 30" tall /2F tumba 12½ head 30" tall 4600F bongos 7" & 8½" heads NEW Finishes: Silver Sparkle (FS), Red Sparkle (FR)

18 New Triple Conga Cajon Toca introduces a revolutionary new instrument that is both versatile and delivers great sound. The Triple Conga Cajon is a chambered fiberglass bowlshaped drum with a 14-inch diameter Parawood head that is divided into three sections, each capable of producing its own pitch. What you get is a single lightweight drum that can produce the sounds reminiscent of the three classic conga tones low, midrange and high. The drum s terrific responsiveness allow complete control over volume and intonation, making it an ideal drum for cramped unplugged gigs where a set of congas simply will not fit. The Triple Conga Cajon comes with a height-adjustable stand and is a must-have addition to any drummer or percussionist s collection. T-TCC

New Toca Cajon with Ash Wood Front Plate Toca has taken their sonically impressive Siam Oak cajon body and added a beautiful ash wood front plate.

19 New Toca Cajon with Ash Wood Front Plate Toca has taken their sonically impressive Siam Oak cajon body and added a beautiful ash wood front plate. The result is a bright and aggressive sounding cajon with remarkable projection and superior articulation. Inside the cajon are fixed internal snares for added texture and volume and on top of the cajon is a comfortable padded seat. The new Toca Cajon with Ash Wood Front Plate measures 20½" tall, 12½" wide and 13" deep, making it a great cajon for any player. TCAS-ASH

Toca Hand Percussion For two decades, Toca has designed and crafted some of the most unique and widely played hand percussion instruments in the world.

20 Toca Hand Percussion For two decades, Toca has designed and crafted some of the most unique and widely played hand percussion instruments in the world. From shakers to maracas, rainsticks to tambourines, Toca builds these instruments to sound great and last for years. New Junior Rainstick Simulate the delicate sound of falling rain in a new compact size with Toca s new Junior Rainstick. At only 18-inches long, it s perfect for tight set-ups. T-rainjr New Fiberglass Shekere Designed to simulate a natural gourd shape and finish, Toca s new Fiberglass Shekere is incredibly durable and produces great sound. Its beads are beautifully hand-strung on a fully adjustable net. t2151g New Freestyle PVC Frame Drums Toca s new PVC Frame Drums are perfect for early childhood education or make a great accent drum for dancers or vocalists. The sturdy red PVC frame resists warping and the synthetic head will not stretch, keeping the drum in pitch. These drums come in five sizes and are sold individually, in sets of three and in sets of five. Three and five-pack sets include a padded carrying bag. PVC Frame Drums TFD-6 6" diameter TFD-8 8" Diameter TFD-10 10" Diameter TFD-12 12" Diameter TFD-14 14" Diameter TFD-3PK Set of three (8"/10"/12") includes bag TFD-5PK Set of five (6"/8"/10"/12"/14") includes bag

Bamboo Didgeridoos Toca s interpretation of this ancient instrument first used by Indigenous Australians over 1,500 years ago, delivers true sound in a beautifully crafted instrument.

21 Bamboo Didgeridoos Toca s interpretation of this ancient instrument first used by Indigenous Australians over 1,500 years ago, delivers true sound in a beautifully crafted instrument. Made from a single bamboo stalk, each didge is individually hand painted by artists in the South Pacific. The Toca Didgeridoo is 47-inches in length and is available in three new designs Gecko (PG), Kangaroo (PK) and Turtle (PT). T-rainjr

22 The Easy-Place Mounting System allows a quick conversion from a mounted tambourine into a handplayed tambourine. New Tambourine with Easy-Place Mount With the Easy-Place Mount, this great sounding tambourine goes from being a mounted tambourine to a hand-held in an instant. The bracket attaches to any stand in your drum set or percussion rig. The tambourine features bright and crisp nickel plated jingles, an easy-togrip handle and a rugged ABS frame with a durable plastic edge for stick hits. T-2603 New Tone Bars Toca s new Tone Bars add a brilliant, yet warm accent to your music. The aluminum alloy bars are suspended by a string in a wooden cradle for clear tone and lengthy sustain. Toca Tone Bars are available in 3-note and 5-note models and each includes a wooden mallet. T-tone3 T-tone5 3-bar model with mallet 5-bar model with mallet 12-inch Drum Set Timbale Add this wicked sounding drum to your set-up and fire off lively new tones and cracking rim shots. The Drum Set Timbale has a 12-inch head and a 5½-inch depth. It mounts on any 3 / 8-inch rod and has five tuning lugs allowing easy cascara playing. The steel shell is finished with a beautiful Black Mirror Chrome and has brushed nickel hardware. A tuning wrench is included. T12T-BM

23 Bamboo Shakers These mini, hand-held, drum-like shakers have natural bamboo shells and rawhide heads. They can be shaken freely for a loud, projected sound or the heads can be lightly squeezed to alter the pitch for a tighter, more compact effect. T-BSS T-BSM T-BSL small bamboo shaker Medium bamboo shaker Large bamboo shaker Wooden Rattles Toca s new series of wooden rattles offer a great new sound effect to your percussive arsenal. When shaken, the Siam Oak pods produce an eccentric, waterfall-like sound that can be used in both musical and therapeutic applications. The Wooden Rattles come in three different styles. One set is a suspended strand that can be hung from any percussion rig. The second model features a cluster of pods gathered together and attached to an easy to grip handle. The third style is a group of pods woven into a stretchable and attractive beaded cuff that can be worn on the wrist or ankle. This style is ideal for dancers or for djembe, cajon or guitar players. T-wrh t-wra T-wrs wooden rattles with handle wooden rattles with wrist/ankle strap wooden rattles suspended strand

24 2012 Toca Percussion. A Division of KMC Musicorp, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this catalog may be reproduced in any form, in whole or in part, without the prior written consent of Toca Percussion. Toca Percussion reserves the right to alter products pictured in this catalog for the sake of improvement. Explore the entire Toca Percussion product line at tocapercussion.com Toca Percussion, 160 Belmont Avenue, Garfield, NJ 07026

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