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Tradition Isn’t the Goal — It’s the Byproduct of What Works When people see me using shellac, hand-fit joinery, or old tools in the shop, they often assume I’m stuck looking b …

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Why Walnut Is a Favorite Tonewood for Cajon Players When players ask me why I build so many walnut Cajons, the answer is simple: walnut delivers a sound that feels right in almost any musical setting …

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Cajon Wood Types: How Different Woods Shape the Sound Most players choose a cajon because of how it looks. They see a beautiful piece of maple or walnut and make their decision on aesthetics alone. T …

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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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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 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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