We are leaving you with a lovingly hand-made artisan option which is as high-quality as it is eye-catching and actually comes from the Sol Percussion team in Peru, the Cajons native homeland. Hitting a slightly lower down region of the cajon firmly with your palm will create a bass drum sound. Begin by sitting on top of the cajon with the front plate in between your legs, and with your feet flat on the ground.

They are much more portable because of their smaller size and therefore easier to lug around from venue to venue. This also makes them a fab idea for traveling with for an impromptu jam. The drum box unit is constructed with a walnut front plate and resonating body, which provides rich and deep tones and super-sensitive responsiveness from all areas on the front plate. Some of the woods utilized include Mohena, musk wood, walnut, Spanish cedar, and Peruvian Lupuna. Each completed panel is sealed together with a hand-carved dovetail joint and finished with a high degree of care. It is also far more durable than a traditional hand-drum which can be pricey to re-skin especially if it is genuine hide.I found it super comfortable to sit on while playing, and the cajon drum itself produces delightful warm mid-range frequencies. The snare strings should be good quality ideally metallic to give it a good buzz, sometimes cheaper models incorporate springs which still give a good buzz but they have a tendency to get floppy. Again it is better if they can be adjusted in the long run. Playing a cajon can offer a number of benefits for percussionists and musicians of all levels. Some of the benefits include: It should be good quality woods chosen in the construction, most cheaper models tend to be birch because it is lightweight and easy to work with other woods such as ash, cedar, and walnut are sometimes used and have great tonal qualities. The reason for this is that it’s a brilliant alternative to having to perform on a full drum kit setup for acoustic ‘unplugged’ sessions.

Inside it features high-quality traditional snare wires which are idyllically placed to keep the bass booming with hollow resonance and the upper body slaps buzzing with a snappier sound. When I heard that you could adjust the snare sound that you get when playing this cajon, I was excited to try it out. Playing hand percussion is generally speaking a lot less of a foreign concept the instrument itself becomes an extension of the player themselves and people know and trust their hands well. Because of how basic it really is you may notice the composition and dimensions differ very little between many of the models on the market and in this week's buyers guide we aim to shed a little light into their charm and appeal. What is Cajon?The Cajon is a brilliantly versatile instrument. It can be played in so many ways and creates a wide array of percussive sounds. This familiarity can make the learning process easier because it comes much more naturally than having to hold an implement of any sort in the correct manner. Whilst it is true that hand drums have the same compact nature and portability, a Cajon arguably is far more versatility and it doubles as seating space for the user to play in fact the body weight helps with the tone and amplification as well.

It is somewhat easier to play if you have a good natural rhythm and if you are someone who has the tendency to tap out on a table or two to pass the time it is a fun instrument to consider. In terms of sound quality, this cajon delivers deep bass and a crisp snare for any performance type. Though they require quite a bit of natural rhythm and ability to play well, many argue that they are easier to play. This is because a drum-kit needs a certain amount of hand-eye coordination which, believe it or not, is a skill that not everyone has. Someone who can juggle really well, for example, might find that they can't play baseball or tennis. To achieve the snappy snare sound you will want to use your fingers right up on the higher edges of the cajon. This cajon has adjustable snare wires and the top screws of the cajon can be adjusted to alter the desired pitch from the instrument.There really hasn't been a better time to buy and with hand Cajon models there is no real excuse not to take a punt and see how they suit you before you move onto the real deal. Expert Tip

The cajon is arguably the ultimate all-in-one percussive instrument, and we have a great selection to choose from here at Andertons Music Co!You can adjust the sound of the cajon by using a Phillips head screwdriver to tighten or loosen the two outer corner screws located on the top corners of the cajon. When I finally got to play it, I was impressed by the design, and it made me think, why aren’t other cajons designed like this as well?