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What I had in mind when I designed the Novato was simple: I wanted to create a cajón that was accessible for beginners but built to a professional standard—both in sound and in construct …

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When I first started building drums, I knew what I liked to hear—tight low-end, crisp articulation, and a clear, focused tone. But I realized that personal preference wasn’t enough. If I w …

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There are companies out there that mass produce drums—and some of them make good instruments. I’ve never been one to deny that. But they don’t make what I make. What I do here in m …

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When musicians talk about the "depth" of a cajon, they’re usually referring to the richness and fullness of the instrument’s low-end sound. Depth is what gives the cajon its powerful bass …

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When it comes to the sound of a cajon, clarity is one of the most important aspects, particularly for players who want every note and nuance to be heard clearly. Clarity in a cajon’s tone refers …

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Simplicity Isn’t Basic — It’s Intentional There’s a kind of pressure these days to always add more — more features, more flash, more flair. But I’ve found the oppo …

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