How to Buy Cajon Guide // Guitar Center Edition (2017)

[@A1Plooplord]

Thanks for taking the time to review these! All I learned is that a good player can make anything sound amazing.

[@creativeinspirations8200]

This is the best video comparing cajones that I've seen so far. Great drumming! They all sound good.

[@BarefootGroove]

Thanks for watching!!! 👣🎶💚🤘🏼

[@lindacaul5419]

Thanks so much for your expertise. A friend of ours just gave me a Cajon that he made, so I am anxious to learn how to play it. Loved your grooves. And I was surprised to see just how much sounds comes out of these little boxes.

[@briantaylor4011]

Thanks for the great video, Sammy! Been playing music for over 25 years, mostly vocals, guitar and harmonica - but my drummers have always commented about how I've had decent rhythm (banging on tables, edge of guitar, etc.), and guitar players commented about how I keep good timing. Getting into more elaborate acoustic setup lately with looping, more high-end vocal processing/harmonizing pedals - and I decided I also wanted to add a bit more percussion on some songs. This will be my first Cajon purchase - and your video was VERY helpful! I followed your (bare)foot steps to my local Guitar Center and jammed on a bunch of Cajons - and I absolutely loved the same little Meinl box but, like you, it felt a bit small for me (5'8") - especially if I consider using the Cajon as a "stool" while playing guitar! I found the Pearl Big Boom hiding in the acoustic guitar room and I absolutely loved the big bass sound, nice crisp snare - and the clear differentiation between bass/snare. My only concern is with the larger size - and finding a bag that big boy would fit into. I also found a used Meinl Headliner HCAJ1NT at my local Music Go Round for $65 (normally $100-$110) and it sounds decent but has a lot of buzz - and attempting to tune the snare strings in-store wasn't having any effect. The tuning mechanism inside looked like it was also situated in a piece of wood trim that showed signs of cracking. In any event, thanks again for the great video! It really helped me to know what to look for (construction, feel, handle, feet) and I gained a better appreciation of how those things you were looking for would impact quality, feel and sound! I'm not a drummer ... but if I can figure out how to harness even 20% of the your talent and add that to 10-15 acoustic songs in a set, I'd be thrilled. Cheers!

[@BarefootGroove]

Thanks so much for the kind words!!!! I’m thrilled to hear that my video helped you in our musical journey!!!! I would love to see what you come up with!!! Cheers! 😍👣🎶💚

[@inocentegutierrez7877]

Thanks! Just what I needed to see and hear before I go shopping on line for one. 👍🏼

[@BarefootGroove]

Inocente Gutierrez glad I could help! Be sure to check the links In the description 😁👣🎶💚

[@rachaelb9164]

Thanks. I’ve wanted to learn to play some sort of percussion instrument. A big drum set is too expensive and takes up too much space. I saw someone play a cajon a few years ago and was amazed at the different sounds that came out of this plain looking box she was sitting on. Very helpful demo that shows how the different features sound.

[@BarefootGroove]

Thanks for the kind words!!! I offer private lessons if you’re interested. Thanks for watching 👣🎶💚🤘🏼

[@ayantosio1993]

even after 2years this vid is still helpful thanks

[@BarefootGroove]

Ayan Tosio thank you!!! 👣🎶💚🤘🏼

[@salsapete2132]

Dude that was an awesome video, I have an 80 dollar credit coming from Guitar center and this is what I am interested in purchasing and you were an incredible source for knowledge on the cajon. God Bless you and your carrer.

[@BarefootGroove]

Salsapete thanks for the love!!! Feel free to contact me for further Cajon queries!😁👣🎶🤣

[@lovecraftwithme]

Hey groove master. I have just bought my very first cajon. Thanks again for your awesome-sauce videos. Took all the guess work out, and helped me know what I wanted. YOU TOTALLY ROCK!

[@BarefootGroove]

Thank you so much for the kind words!!! New videos coming sooon!!!!!

[@SamSine]

I really liked the sound of the Meinl Artisan Edition Tango because the bass sounded much fuller but maybe it was just because you played it in a different section of the store, so acoustics might have to do with that.

[@BarefootGroove]

Sam Sine the craftsmanship on the box is superb! Of course location and setting is key to sound production. I would like to mic them up in a studio setting and get more realistic comparison. Thanks for watching!!😍👣🎶💚

[@SamSine]

@@BarefootGroove That would be amazing! I like your vibe man, keep being awesome, we need more people like you on this Earth!

[@BarefootGroove]

Sam Sine thank you so much!!! I’m just doing the best I can with what I’ve got!!!👣🎶💚

[@EstebanLA0824]

Thanks for taking the time to make this video. Helped me decide.

[@BarefootGroove]

I’m glad you found the information useful!!! Thank you for watching!!! 👣🎶💚🤘🏼

[@joemusic2882]

I make cajon drums in my garage. I make all sizes. The travel size are the most popular and I used to make the large ones with an adjustable snare but now I only do fixed because everyone tells me they never ever turn off the snare so why bother . I was trying to sale them but the cost of wood and everything all added up I found that I can’t compete with the music stores or even direst from the maker. I can no longer produce cajon drums and break even or under. People don’t see and understand the thought process and knowledge that goes into a cajon and tell me I’m charging too much. So, I gave all but 2 cajons away free. 😂It felt good and I may do it again.

[@BarefootGroove]

Joe Music I would be interested in a handcrafted cajon! Do you have a website or someway for me to see some your work? 👣🎶💚

[@PiyushSoLucky]

Thankyou for the review and also giving so much knowledge and showing different types of cajons , loved it, appreciate it 😊♥️

[@BarefootGroove]

Thanks for the kind words! 😍👣🎶💚

[@trisha9128]

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[@donnadonat9591]

Thanks for taking the time out to review so many. I got a chance to play someone's homemade Peruvian style cajon and am considering purchasing one of my own since I don't have the tools to make one. I love to play other hand percussion instruments so I might consider the bongo style which also might be nice in my classroom. When you have liked a cajon but not so much because of the feet why not just change out the feet?

[@BarefootGroove]

Donna Donat thanks for taking the time to watch!! The purpose of this video was simply to evaluate “mass-produced” canons at a local retailer. Of course modifications can be made to fit the personal preferences of the individual player. Along with more reviews, I’ll put together a video on some of the more common modifications and review some other boxes in the future! 😍👣🎶💚

[@sashasoule4585]

Excellent video.Only one of its kind that was worth watching,you’d assume there’d be more people reviewing cajons since it’s such a versatile instrument but there aren’t. Side note:I wish there were more instruments using different woods as the faceplate I really want to see what that does to the sound. Also every time you said “this one has great feet” I was thinking ‘so do you Sam so do you’ 😂

[@BarefootGroove]

Sasha Soule thanks so much!!!!😍👣🎶💚

[@judih.8754]

Sammy this was a cool video. Thanks. I never knew much about the Cajon but it seems to be capable of some awesome sounds. BTW: Love your drumming with Dovydas. Cheers!

[@BarefootGroove]

Thank you so much!!!👣🎶💚🤘🏼

[@hahabass]

That was fab and I DO feel better educated as I search for the perfect groove box. Greetings from London, UK. 🙏🏽

[@BarefootGroove]

That’s what I like to hear!!! Let me know which one ya go with and feel free to hit me with any questions along the way. 👣🎶💚

[@snakeclaw]

That LP black box is a dog for sure. Lifeless tone. I owned one and sent it back. You skills are good enough that you could probably get a 2x4 to sound good

[@cp1236]

I'm trying to figure out if a cajon would be suitable for my learning disabled daughter to try and play. I'm really grateful for your comprehensive video. Thank you so much.

[@aceofadez]

Bro u bout to take off I would suggest getting some updated videos cause you bout to go viral.......🥃🥃🥃cheers

[@BarefootGroove]

New content is on the way my friend! Thanks for the love👣🎶💚🤘🏼

[@ravendemo4980]

I used to have a Meinl snarecraft cajon, (about $100) and I sold it. Man I shouldn’t have. But I was looking at the little Meinl Jam cajons, and they sounded great from what I’ve heard so far! I should get a cajon again. ☺️

[@BarefootGroove]

Do it!!! Keep on Groovin!!! 👣🎶💚🤘🏼

[@bigrickshaberdashery2759]

love the Pearl Big Boom but can't find it around here, nice job buddy

[@billnunley1470]

Just what I was looking for. Got a Cajon for Christmas and had no idea what to do with it. 👍👍 How do you feel about Pyle cajon?

[@lovecraftwithme]

Thanks mate, this is awesomely helpful for a newbie

[@BarefootGroove]

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching! 👣🎶💚🤘🏼

[@nytrayfl2]

Sammy, we need a Part 2 of this video as I'd like to upgrade from the LP Aspire. Curious on your thoughts on Kopf, LP MT Box, Pearl Jingle, Larosa, Nativo, and Sela cajons. Love our vids.. Peace!

[@BarefootGroove]

Thanks for the love!!! Those are all great brands with various defining features. I look forward to making an updated version soon, featuring some newer models. Of course, I have to mention Tycoon Percussion as my preferred brand for canons and percussion. Be sure to check them out as well!!! Thanks again👣🎶💚

[@nytrayfl2]

@@BarefootGroove Tycoon are on my short list for sure. I do love the look of your cajon a lot, but I like the sound options of the switch Sela although they look flimsy. I'm a church cajon player and grabbed the first cheap cajon I could find in Guitar Center not really sure if I'd be a regular in the music ministry. I ended up being a regular and sometimes playing in 2 services a week! Keep making videos! Peace!

[@chiranjan1524]

A perfect guide for a not so famous cajons. Also appreciate ur gf for holding the camera this whole time

[@BarefootGroove]

Thank you for watching👣🎶💚

[@violao206]

I love how Paul Weller and The Jam "This is a Modern World" was playing at minute 6:02

[@bobbythebeach]

Great demonstration! Thank you for taking the time!!

[@BarefootGroove]

Thanks! You are welcome!!! 👣🎶💚🤘🏼

[@XaviorvorteX]

Excellent video! Guitar player, but as always... love music! And all instruments, especially the Cajon... so primitive and raw sounding!!! By the way, your beats are 100%... great sounds...

[@BarefootGroove]

XaviorvorteX thanks so much!!!! The Cajon compliments acoustic guitar very well!!! Glad you enjoyed😁👣🎶💚

[@poab]

That's a mighty fine looking man in that there video.

[@Nj1498]

I thought that was a fart on the Remo Crown! Groovy beats! Keep 'em coming!😊

[@BarefootGroove]

🤣🤣🤣

[@travismignola]

Great demonstrative video!

[@BarefootGroove]

Travis Mignola thanks! I’m really glad you enjoyed it! Be sure to subscribe for more groovy Cajon video 😁👣🎶💚

[@tonyb2337]

Great talent! I have to practice more.

[@BarefootGroove]

Tony B thank you! Practice makes improvement! I’m always striving to better my best! 😍👣🎶💚

[@jpv9653]

Great video. Thanks a lot. I wish I could play those grooves like you.

[@BarefootGroove]

Dm me for private lessons. It’s only a matter of practicing good habits from the start and you’ll be grooving before ya know it👣🎶💚🤘🏼

[@jpv9653]

@@BarefootGroove How do I dm you here? Aside from that, I'm in Germany...

[@BarefootGroove]

@@jpv9653 email [e-mail]

[@jpv9653]

@@BarefootGroove thanks. I did send you a mail.

[@BarefootGroove]

@@jpv9653 received and replied, thank you🤘🏼

[@mikehowes5065]

I own the Pearl Big Boom. Solid cajon!

[@BarefootGroove]

Mike Howes I concur!! Thanks for watching!!!😁👣🎶💚

[@mikehowes5065]

@@BarefootGrooveDude, how do I find cajon gigs?

[@BarefootGroove]

Mike Howes that’s a great question and topic for an upcoming video! Thanks for the inspiration😁👣🎶💚

[@genobourn7423]

Outstanding presentation! SALUTE!

[@BarefootGroove]

Thank you!!!👣🎶💚🤘🏼

[@leoetine]

Would love to see you play and review the Pearl Drums - Primero Jingle Box Cajon

[@Lefty312]

Would like to have seen a demo of the Schlagwerk cajon sitting behind you for most of the video. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@rickthomas9278]

i was too

[@unfa00]

That's a very helpful video, but it must have gotten dozens of copyright claims...

[@BarefootGroove]

unfa Thanks for watching! I’m glad you found it helpful😁👣🎶💚🤘🏼

[@unfa00]

@@BarefootGroove I have just purchased my first cajon, after playing on a dozen of various models at a music store. I've got it from an on-line shop though since its way cheaper. I can't wait to get it delivered! Thank you for sharing your passion!

[@bigrickshaberdashery2759]

Well got two now, both Gon Bops and loving them, you know that you're having when they are beat all to hell. End of the day all smiles 😊

[@nedro53w54]

💚

[@DeejayRach0]

Thank youuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu

[@CavenInToTheWorld]

I didn't know that antonio banderas plays cajon. 😁

[@BarefootGroove]

You’re sweet😍🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Smurf431]

Man....rubbing your nasty bare feet on a product someone might buy....that is just gross to the extreme..

[@BarefootGroove]

Smurf431 my feet are cleaner than your hands🤣🤣🤣👣🎶💚

[@rethdo8758]

THUMBNAIL EDITED IN SNAPSEED . RIGHT ??

[@BarefootGroove]

That is correct!