• Definitely worth the money

  
  As reviewed by Felipe Olivarez on 6/18/2012

  This is my first cajon and I will admit that i was a bit hesitant because of the price, but it is definitly worth it. I conducted extensive research on cajons; from the quality of wood to the actual make and/or design of the model and I found that that this cajon is the best option for your money. The way the strings are layed across the upper corners really allows the cajon to deliver a deep rich bass the simply is not matched by other cheaper models. Trust me, once you try this cajon you'll hear what i'm talking about. Where the snare sound may not be as profound as in other models that have the strings across the front of the plate, this cajon still delivers the snare and bass sounds you'll need for any jam session. My favorite thing about this cajon is that you get 3 distinct/separate sounds from the front plate and if you add a little techinique, the possibilities can be endless. The size and look of the cajon is beautiful and definitely looks much better in person that on the website. Hopefully this review helps in making the your decision, but if you still have some doubt you still have the option of returning it. That was the final deciding factor in my decision simply because i've never been able to find one in a store so i could test it out for myself. By the way, youtube videos do not do this cajon justice if you're checking for sound quality.

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• Absolutely great!

  
  As reviewed by James on 4/18/2011

  Apart from being a stunning instrument with the beautiful inlays, Gon Bops really went above and beyond with this cajon. The Peruvian Mohena gives it a very rich sound; even if you're playing outside it still gives off a great sound and doesn't have to compete with the other instruments. It has a definitively latin feel to it, but it still sounds right in most genres. Granted, it's a bit expensive depending on your experience level, but for the price, it's a fantastic instrument. To be honest, the only real drawback is the carrying bag, which feels a little like it can't support the weight of the cajon. I usually am taking it from my trunk to the stage, but if you were lugging it around, it would start to pull on your shoulder. The cajon itself gives a really consistent sound, which I appreciate. The Mohena feels really nice when playing, additionally. Overall, it's a good value for a spectacular instrument.

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