System of a Downs John Dolmayan teamed up with LP to make a drum pack with his favorite add-ons in his signature black nickel plated finish. A great, dry sound that is an ideal addition to any percussion set-up or drum kit, LP Mini Timbales are fashioned after LPs famous full-size Tito Puente Timbales. The shells are just 31?2'' deep with authentic Cuban-style tuning. They have a great, dry sound and are an ideal addition to any percussion set-up or drum kit.