A box of wood?...a splendid instrument!
- Rating
- Posted by
- hlgrdoobie
- Date Posted
- 04/29/2023
I am absolutely enchanted by this cajon. Not only am I surprised that so much nuance can come out of a wooden crate, but I am amazed how much thought and craftsmanship went into this instrument. Malmark engineered the snares such that the snare action remains restricted to the upper third of the striking surface which allows the bass notes to ring out with only minimal snare sound. The sound? Articulate, nuanced, and big (if you need it to). Its relatively large dimensions afford a deep and resonant bass sound while the snare comes across as crisp and distinct, even when played softly. The overall tone I'd liken to a baritone, if that's a thing for cajons.