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Selecting wood for musical drums is a critical part of the drum-making process. The choice of wood can have a significant impact on the drum's tone, resonance, and overall sound.The process of selecti …

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The Cuban rumba is a vibrant and energetic dance style that has a rich history and cultural significance in Cuba. The origins of the rumba can be traced back to the early 19th century, when enslaved A …

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Whenever I'm working on a series of cajons, the design of each model in the series is intended to achieve specific results. Within my S-Series  , there are three models of cajons. By design, each …

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I have been building cajons professionally since 2008 and I get questions regarding the instrument on a regular basis. A very common question that I am asked is, "Can a cajon replace a drum kit?". …

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The cajons that I build have a certain "flavor" about them. I am striving for a particular set of qualities when I am working in my shop. Each drum that I build must be of the highest quality , functi …

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Back in 2009 when I was working on the designs for a new line of cajons, I had very specific qualities that I was looking for. After many prototypes, I developed the Kopf Percussion S-Series Lin …

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