Schlagwerk CP404-RED 2-In-1 Series Large Cajon, Red

The media could not be loaded.  This Schlagwerk cajon is fantastic! I know they are considered a more premium brand, and this has definitely lived up to that expectation.I enjoy playing it every time. The construction is flawless, down to the beveled edges and corners. I play it at least once a week, and I find the lows are exceptional. It needed very minimal adjustments from the factory settings to produce the tones I have come to expect from cajons.I thought I would use the removable snare option more, but I've found with the way the snares are placed, I get the sounds I want.My one caution regards the removing/replacing of the snares. I believe the instructional video I watched showed a different model with a larger rear hole. The video showed the snares coming out with room to spare. On my cajon, the hole is smaller and requires a more careful extraction so you don't damage any of the snare wires. I think the hole size assists in producing the sound I love, so I am happy to take the extra ten seconds to carefully remove the snares when needed.

I was looking to buy a cajon for me and my son. We are both beginners on the cajon, but my son plays the drums so I knew he would pick up cajon playing in short time. I did some research and tried out some Meinl, LP, and Pearl models at a few Guitar Centers. I didn't want to spend much money, but I didn't like any of the cajons I tried out. This is a matter of taste, but I looking for a tight sound with bass notes that weren't overshadowed by the snares. Through reviews, buying guides, and YouTube videos (look for Cajon Comparison), I came to the decision that I wanted the Schlagwerk 2-in-1.Man, it's an awesome cajon! I'm very happy with the quality of this cajon and the sound we get from it. And the best part is that the sound has been getting better over the 2 months that we've had it. It could be that we're striking the box more properly now than before, but it sure sounds better.If you're in the market for a low-priced cajon to get started on, I would strongly suggest adding the Schlagwerk 2-in-1 to your list of possible buys. Yes, it costs more than the Meinl Headliner, but you owe it to yourself to give Schlagwerk a try, if possible, before making the final decision.

The German craftsmanship is much nicer than the cheaper brands — it looks great and feels solid. The bass sound is on the more boomier side, as it doesn't quite have the dry sound that the more expensive Schlagwerks have (but also is much less expensive). The snare is crisp but a bit subdued, you may need to adjust and tune the cajon to get your desired sound. This unit doesn't have the adjustable snare apparatus, but you can remove it easily if you want to go snare-less.Just minor gripe is the lack of a proper cushioning pad, as just the non-slip coating can be uncomfortable and quite abrasive if you have delicate clothes.

I'm a guitarist and this is the first Cajon I've ever played or seen in person. That said, I've played for many years and do have a decent ear for tone. From the perspective of my rock/blues/pop-based sensibilities, this has a great sound. My kids have fun with it, and it does a surprisingly good job of taking on the role of a full drum kit during acoustic jams. I couldn't be more happy with it.

For a non stop finger tapper, this is the ultimate new seat in the living room. I get to sit and jam out while I watch my little one dance and play along. As an instrument, very well made and a joy to play. I have broken my hand pretty badly before and I can play for extended periods without any pain. Perhaps the soft touch was worth the few extra dollars.

I am disappointed in the sound projection, lack of depth in the bass and an almost nonexistent snare sound. The snare setup just doesn't work for me and I've had to improvise to get any snare from this cajon. The sweet spots on the cajon are surprisingly small for the size of the instrument. The front panel is a nice piece of wood, but the top is surprisingly ruff with a splinter like finish. I should have stuck with Meinl cajons that produce more sound from more parts/areas of the instrument. The seat pad (oversized mouse pad) is a must to protect your clothing and skin if you want to use this as a guitar stool.

Beginner Cajon player - chose this based in reviews and on YouTube. Couldn’t be happier. I haven’t yet gone past the basic bass and slap routines but look forward to playing more. Highly recommended.

Great fun to play! Nice addition to my Yamaha kit!

Lovely sounding cajon. Looks good and feels good. Really nice deep bass tone. Sounds great also when using a cajon bass drum pedal. Has 2 snare strips inside, as well as a little bell which adds an extra quiet jingle when you strike the playing face. Top quality product as always by Schlagwerk.

After looking at a number of reviews for different ones decided this was the one for me. And not disappointed; great sound, value for money and build.

Great sounding instrument, as you’d expect from Schlagwerk. Bright high end, and punchy low end. I have many Schlagwerk cajons and this is one of my favourites.

It's brilliant, especially once broke in

Item is awesome.