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Wood for a Cajon Tapa. Most cajón builders use plywood for the tapa, 2.5 to 3mm thick. 4mm is sometimes recommended but I think that's a bit thick unless the box is bigger than usual. 5-ply hardwood plywood is often recommended but I've made great sounding tapas from 3-ply plywood.
- What is the best wood for a Cajon drum?
- How thick is the front of a Cajon?
- How can I make my Cajon sound better?
- What is a Cajon made out of?
What is the best wood for a Cajon drum?
The Best Wood for Cajon is Maple, in our opinion. It produces a bright, balanced sound that most cajon players love.
How thick is the front of a Cajon?
Thickness and number of layers
The average playing surface thickness is between 2.5 mm and 3.5 mm. Playing surfaces that are thicker than 3.5 mm are too rigid and hard. It's hard to play, and you can only play sounds with too much energy, which can be a burden for a longer concert.
How can I make my Cajon sound better?
If you have a Cajon whose tapa is attached using screws, you could try loosening the topmost screws on each corner. This will create a tiny space between the tapa and the core shell of the Cajon. Therefore, when you slap the tapa, it will hit the shell and produce a much better slap tone.
What is a Cajon made out of?
Nowadays, cajons are mostly around 48 x 30 x 30 cm in size and primarily made of birch or beech plywood, while some high end models are made of solid wood.
