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Meinl Hybrid Slaptop Cajon Box Drum with Snare and Bongo, Forward Sound Ports - MADE IN EUROPE - Baltic Birch Wood, 2-YEAR WARRANTY (HTOPCAJ3NT)

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Hybrid Slaptop Cajon

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Color Hybrid Slaptop Cajon
Brand Meinl Percussion
Material Birch Wood
Model Name HTOPCAJ3NT
Item Dimensions LxWxH 14.5 x 5.75 x 10 inches

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  • For upright playing: the unique X-shaped design on the hybrid slap top Cajon provides great comfort by allowing you to sit upright with the playing surface in your lap
  • Dual snare and bongo Cajon: The fixed snare wires are located on one side for a snare Cajon sound while the other side produces a bongo Cajon sound
  • Forward facing sound ports: The forward facing ports on the hybrid slap top Cajon ensure that your notes project to your Audience with total clarity; separate ports are positioned for bass and snare
  • Made in Europe with Baltic birch: The Hybrid Slap top Cajon is made in Europe with Baltic birch due its outstanding natural acoustic properties and wide dynamic range
  • Perfect for any setting: support any style of music in a live or studio setting with bass and snare drum sounds to simulate a drum set

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  • Meinl Percussion HTOPCAJ3NT Hybrid Slap-Top Cajon with Forward Sound Projection
  • Product Description

    The X-shaped hybrid slap-top Cajon features not only a unique and comfortable design, but contrasting playing surfaces on opposite sides to give players different sonic and dynamic alternatives. One side of the Cajon is equipped with internal snares to sound like a snare Cajon with bass and cutting slaps. The other side features high and low pitched playing areas to sound like a bongo Cajon. Flip the hybrid slap-top Cajon around as desired throughout your set to discover different tones to add to your groove! .


    From the manufacturer

    Hybrid Slaptop Cajon in player's lap with hands striking surface
    company founder, Roland Meinl, circa 1951
    Hybrid Slaptop Cajon in player's lap with hands striking surface
    bongo cajon snare bongo cajon hybrid slaptop cajon
    Meinl Bongo Cajon Meinl Snare Bongo Cajon Meinl Hybrid Slaptop Cajon
    Customer Reviews
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    High and low bongo pitches
    Internal snares
    Size 15.75" L x 7.25" D x 6.75" H 15.75" L x 7.25" D x 6.75" H 14.5" L x 5.75" D x 10" H
    Hybrid snare/bongo cajon playing surfaces - -
    Material Hardwood Hardwood Baltic birch
    Application Jam sessions and acoustic music Jam sessions and acoustic music Jam sessions and acoustic music
    For all skill levels
    Hybrid Slaptop Cajon in player's lap with hands striking surface

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    4.5 out of 5 stars
    4.5 out of 5
    141 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the sound quality, appearance, comfort, and weight of the musical instruments. For example, they mention that it has a nice sound, it's reliable, and it doesn't break your back like a traditional cajon does. That said, they're happy with the concept.

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    20 customers mention16 positive4 negative

    Customers like the sound quality of the musical instruments. For example, they say it has a nice sound, and it can carry over 50 people singing. Some mention that the sound is adjustable with a newspaper for a richer, deeper tone. Overall, most are satisfied with the sound and value of the product.

    "...Had it for few years already and it's still sturdy and delivers a beautiful sound." Read more

    "...Comfort, reliable, simple, sound quality is adjustable with newspaper for more richer deeper toneMost important AFFORDABLE" Read more

    "Product is good. Nice finish, with a pretty good sound, but I thought the snare side was lacking in snare sound" Read more

    "...one side has 2 different tones for the bongo, and the other has a nice snare sound! Fun little instrument." Read more

    11 customers mention11 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the quality of the musical instruments. They mention that it has a beautiful sound, a sturdy design, and is reliable. Some say that it does not break their back like a traditional cajon. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

    "I love it. Had it for few years already and it's still sturdy and delivers a beautiful sound." Read more

    "...Comfort, reliable, simple, sound quality is adjustable with newspaper for more richer deeper toneMost important AFFORDABLE" Read more

    "Product is good. Nice finish, with a pretty good sound, but I thought the snare side was lacking in snare sound" Read more

    "...Looks to be of good quality, nice and light weight compared to his traditional bongos...." Read more

    5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the musical instrument. They mention that it looks great, has a nice finish, and is easy to hold onto with their legs.

    "Product is good. Nice finish, with a pretty good sound, but I thought the snare side was lacking in snare sound" Read more

    "...Looks to be of good quality, nice and light weight compared to his traditional bongos...." Read more

    "I love everything about this hybrid cajon. It looks great, it's easy to hold onto with my legs, and it sounds really nice." Read more

    "It sounded fine, but the design, which looks great, was awkward...." Read more

    4 customers mention4 positive0 negative

    Customers find the musical instruments very comfortable and nicely made. They also say it has a nice sound and fits great.

    "...Comfort, reliable, simple, sound quality is adjustable with newspaper for more richer deeper toneMost important AFFORDABLE" Read more

    "...Seems well made, and is comfortable to play...." Read more

    "Good sound, nicely made. fits great" Read more

    "Very comfortable, and has nice sound...." Read more

    4 customers mention4 positive0 negative

    Customers find the musical instruments light weight, portable, and easy to bring along. They say it has a great sound and fits right in a small overnight bag.

    "...Looks to be of good quality, nice and light weight compared to his traditional bongos...." Read more

    "I'm really enjoying this drum. I love how portable it is. I also really love how you can flip it upsidedown to have a different sounding drum...." Read more

    "...guitars and bass , great value for the money and fit right in a small overnight bag highly recommended" Read more

    "Great sound - easy to bring along - all weather - fun" Read more

    3 customers mention3 positive0 negative

    Customers like the concept of the musical instruments. They say it's an awesome little instrument, with a great concept.

    "...Great concept, cool instrument, but the ringing prompts the return." Read more

    "...This is an awesome little instrument." Read more

    "Fairly good product..." Read more

    3 customers mention3 positive0 negative

    Customers appreciate the value of the musical instruments. They say it's a great value for the money.

    "...over 50 people singing and 10 acoustic guitars and bass , great value for the money and fit right in a small overnight bag highly recommended" Read more

    "...It's just not big enough to deliver real sound. But is good enough for the price...." Read more

    "Great little Cajon at a great price!..." Read more

    Love this design
    5 Stars
    Love this design
    For a more rich or deeper sound add crumpled up news paper in the bongo side of the cajonAdd crumpled up news paper in the corners of the higher pitched side or snare side for richer more recordable soundKeep adding paper until the vibration disapates completely on both sidesDrums are the hardest to record in a studio, same rule applied for any procession instrumentThere are many different ways to play with this design in which I can appreciateComfort, reliable, simple, sound quality is adjustable with newspaper for more richer deeper toneMost important AFFORDABLE
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    Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2023
    For a more rich or deeper sound add crumpled up news paper in the bongo side of the cajon
    Add crumpled up news paper in the corners of the higher pitched side or snare side for richer more recordable sound

    Keep adding paper until the vibration disapates completely on both sides

    Drums are the hardest to record in a studio, same rule applied for any procession instrument

    There are many different ways to play with this design in which I can appreciate

    Comfort, reliable, simple, sound quality is adjustable with newspaper for more richer deeper tone

    Most important AFFORDABLE
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    David T.
    2.0 out of 5 stars Boa construção e acabamento. Sons graves absolutamente inexistentes.
    Reviewed in Spain on October 14, 2023
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    VMS
    5.0 out of 5 stars well packaged
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 12, 2022
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    Maria Antonietta Silletti
    5.0 out of 5 stars Bellissimo
    Reviewed in Italy on September 18, 2019
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in Canada on October 22, 2016
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    Geo Litning
    4.0 out of 5 stars Solid
    Reviewed in Canada on September 20, 2021
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