Posted by Stephen Head on 11th Oct 2025
Kopf Blog
Introduction
Every year, players go searching for “the best cajon.”It’s a fair question — but one that can’t be answered by a ranking chart or a price tag. The truth is,
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Posted by Stephen head on 14th Sep 2025
Building the Manito Cajon: Journey, Wood, and Respect Between Builders
Looking Up to Manito Percussion
I’ve been building cajons for nearly 17 years. Over that time, I’ve studied other builders, pushed myself to refine my technique, and handcrafted more drums
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Posted by Stephen Head on 29th Aug 2025
Handcrafted Percussion & Cabin Life | Why the Northern Woods Still Call to Me
Handcrafted Percussion & Cabin Life | Why the Northern Woods Still Call to Me
There’s a certain kind of life I’ve always been drawn to. Not a fast life. Not a loud one. But one that&r
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19th Jun 2025
Why I Created the Novato Cajon
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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Posted by Stephen Head on 11th Jun 2025
What I Do Isn’t Mass Production—And That’s the Point
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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Posted by Stephen Head on 16th May 2025
Understanding Clarity: What Affects the Clarity of a Cajon?
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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