Percussion

Cajon Snare Drum

SKU: CJ-SNR-DRUM
$45.00
2 in stock

Compact wooden cajon with built-in snare, delivering a rich voice that folds bass, slap, and brush tones into a single portable body.

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Specifications

Dimensions12" × 11" × 11"
Weight8 lbs
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About This Instrument

The cajon originated in Afro-Peruvian music as an instrument of necessity and genius — a percussion instrument disguised as a seat. This version adds an internal snare mechanism that brightens the treble tones with a crisp sizzle while preserving the chest-deep bass of the traditional form. Its hollow wooden body is light enough to carry to any gathering yet resonant enough to anchor an ensemble. A remarkable percussive instrument for acoustic sessions, circle work, and intimate performance.

Harmonic Philosophy

The cajon (Spanish: box) demonstrates a fundamental principle of acoustic design: even the simplest geometric form, when properly proportioned, becomes a resonance chamber. Its Afro-Peruvian origins bring together African and Indigenous Andean musical traditions.

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