wooden drum box introduction
A box-shaped hand percussion instrument that has its origins in 18th century Peru, the wooden drum box is played by making contact with the front plate.
It’s unique in that it’s designed for the percussionist to be seated on top of the instrument. The wooden box drum slowly gained popularity throughout South America, and reached a peak in notoriety by the mid-1800s.
By the early 20th century, the cajon had undergone considerable technological advancement, and had reached the bass box drum form we see today, with a resonant front plate made from a select tone wood, and open sound board at the rear.
The Cajon drum was originally made as wooden boxes, but they are now being made by using better technology and sturdy materials. They are now available as luxurious handcrafted models to DIY kits. Stretched cords are also used on the box, for a better tone and sound.
Three Forms of wooden drum box
1、The solo drum is originated from a drawer;
2、the middle drum is a smaller box and is played with a spoon instead of using the fingers and hands;
3、the bass box drum is usually played with the percussionist sitting on top of the box.
wooden drum box characteristic
1、A cajon drum is a fantastically versatile instrument.
2、Easy to play, easy to transport and great sound.
3、Great for Open mic nights, gigs, busking, recording etc.
4、Fantastic sound.
5、Robust build quality.
wooden drum box video
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Post time: Dec-28-2018