Meinl Percussion Artisan String Cajon with Brazilian Ironwood Frontplate/Solid Tulip Poplar Body - MADE IN SPAIN Martinete Line, 2-YEAR WARRANTY (AEMLBI)

Crafted in Spain — Meinl Artisan Edition cajons are made in Spain under the master craftsmanship of Jose "Pepote" Hernandez Diaz, a renowned luthier whose artistry and innovation is evident in every detail — this cajon measures 11 ½” W x 19” H x 12 ¾” D Solid poplar/Brazilian ironwood — a carefully selected pairing of solid tulip poplar for the body and Brazilian ironwood for the frontplate delivers rich, deep and balanced tone — the playing surface is textured for better response when playing brushes Custom hand wound internal steel strings — equipped with two sets of ten custom hand wound micro-coiled steel cajon strings for a beautifully lush responsive snare through all dynamics — adjust the tension with the tuning screws on the bottom of the cajon Contoured playing area — the exquisite Brazilian ironwood playing surface is rounded at the corners and sanded down to form thumb notches where your hands lay in their natural position — this gives you exceptional contact with more comfort Refined sound for any setting — the sound port has been fashioned with an extra thick wood ring for compression, as well as a pop filter to improve clarity when playing with a microphone located by the port where air rushes out — great for recording