* Congas: These are tall, cylindrical drums that are played with the hands.
* Bongo drums: These are smaller, handheld drums that are also played with the hands.
* Timbales: These are a pair of medium-sized drums that are mounted on a stand. They are played with sticks.
* Clave: This is a small wooden stick that is used to keep time.
* Güiro: This is a notched wooden scraper that is played with a stick.
* Maracas: These are rattles that are made from dried gourds or seeds.
* Cabasa: This is a percussion instrument that consists of a metal tube with beads or jingles attached to it. It is played by shaking it.
* Pandeiro: This is a Brazilian frame drum that is played with the hands.
* Surdo: This is a large, bass drum that is used in samba music.
* Caxixi: This is a small, handheld rattle that is made from dried seeds or beads. It is played by shaking it.