Making A solid wood Cajon

[@944tim]

I like that there is a demonstration of the sound quality as well.

[@TheMikielopez]

Excellent craftsmanship. It turned out wonderfully! As a side not, I absolutely love the fact it was all business and no unnecessary commentary!

[@Elyasafshweka]

+Michael Lopez thank you.

[@keithmckeith]

Outstanding work sir! I find your detailed and methodical approach to be both educational, entertaining and relaxing too.

[@miguelangelchavez9586]

el mejor cajón peruano que vi en mi vida !!!!! excelente!!!

[@Elyasafshweka]

Muchas gracias

[@nrg_elijah5395]

Wow at first i thought this was a speaker box build.. but then realised in the end was more of a thubla as we indians say.. watching your work and detail and keeping everything clean at all times was amazing. Beautiful work there.. really enjoyed that

[@ahikernamedgq]

Walnut is such a beautiful wood. I can't believe it actually grows naturally and is that beautiful.

[@LifeOnHoth]

Only a good furniture carpenter knows the importance of keeping the workspace clean at all times. Very good, and nice build!

[@bgilchrist228]

It's almost as important as keeping your ass clean.

[@emigrant8901]

Life on Hoth ‚Хц999

[@gsp911]

But I'm not crazy about dangling cords when working with circular saws. It could easily make a mess.

[@thesaltwatercure5160]

Ok, that is a beautiful cajon! Painstakingly made! Thank you!

[@bridgedown1]

Excellent,watched this from start to finish without knowing what you were making,looks and sounds great...

[@zacharykanebronson2549]

A truly disciplined craftsman and carpenter. Shalom.

[@ronaldrivera7081]

The cajon really is Peruvian friend, in Spain they made a modification with the strings sounds good but the real drawer is without strings. It is not critical friend, because you do a great job I am also woodworker. Greetings from Peru.

[@ernestohamlet]

The wonderful Cajon ! From Peru to the world !

[@jdswhals]

wooooo it's Matthias' box joint jig, hell ya

[@jdswhals]

+Whal also same plans for the belt sander! and you play a mean Cajon !! :p *liked*

[@mauricechardonneau5447]

Bj Nous voyons très mal l'appareil maison permettant de faire les assemblages. ... Merci

[@WoodartAve]

I have mad respect for Matthias but he didn't invent the box jig or dial/mechanical indexing. Pretty sure he wouldn't even take credit for it.

[@billhuggins7191]

Fascinating video! You are a skilled guy. I like the way you speed up play through the "boring" parts and then go back to regular speed. High-five.

[@Elyasafshweka]

+Bill Huggins thank you for your compliments

[@ncb02]

Number one rule in wood working no loose or hanging clothing .

[@Elyasafshweka]

+Jerry Burke kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5a0q3ywn5idlbM

[@ncb02]

I was taught that safety was number 1 when ever working with any type of machinery , because accidents happen when least expected.

[@hindugoat2302]

Cajon? Cajoff... gave me solid wood

[@zu438]

nice comeback :)

[@manofTao]

Whats nr 2?..

[@phillashley9304]

I often wish I had a larger workshop, but then I see a man like you with such a skill making good use of your resources. Excellent work, you are truly blessed of God.

[@Elyasafshweka]

Thank you sir.

[@anthonycapon2379]

It s amazing that you still have 10 fingers! lol Nice job! I admire you

[@dinoilcagnolino3213]

Wow a drum set in a simple box. That is wonderful.

[@johnniewalker39]

I see Matthias Wandel's Screw advance box joint jig is getting very popular! Nice project, awesome result. Thank you for posting this.

[@Elyasafshweka]

Thank you too.

[@steventanner1428]

Used a box joint jig made of aluminium just like that to make speaker boxes in the 70s.

[@dapashouk]

Impressive craftsmanship and the sound of your final project is excellent. Well done and thanks for posting.

[@Elyasafshweka]

Thank you.

[@letzquash]

This is really satisfying to watch!

[@pathiranaengineers5958]

LetzQuash is it 9o8 sex

[@hannsszilagi2463]

LetzQuash hzfg

[@younessel9553]

LetzQuash se

[@chrisallison6885]

I own 2 different size cajons and as a new woodworker with all the tools, I’d LOVE to make a beautiful piece like yours! Thank you for sharing 🙏🏼

[@gaetanomusic]

The Cajón, with and without strings, was invented in Perú in the 1700's. In the 1950's the strings were added in Trujillo and Arequipa, although it was considered "cheating" by some of the greatest players (in the sense that it helps you get a sharp tone without applying as much strength).

[@drumjunkie24]

Beautiful cajon. Love your craftsmanship.

[@DweebsUnited]

Your project was beautiful. Watching you work was incredible, your skill is incredible, and your playing is so much fun to listen to. I've never heard of this instrument before, but I love its voice, and you bring it out wonderfully.

[@Masud8594]

Elyasaf ! Like you said your wife got bored in 10 secs, i also got bored but kept watching it patiently till I was going to shut my eyes due to sleep and suddenly woke up as at that point the test sound started. Wow man 2 thumbs up. Besides wood working, I am a musician too and play Flute, Piano, Violin and Tabla. We can make a good team as your skills at cajon are extra ordinary. GREAT job anyway.

[@hebierob]

Very nice build and sound! I am in Jerusalem every July. Be fun if I saw your work in person! Great skill you have.

[@Elyasafshweka]

thank you for that. You are very welcome. let me know next time you are around here. keep in touch.

[@carlduke9062]

Man, you've got the woodworking knowhow AND drumming skills.....very nice. Awesome craftsmanship!

[@duranh]

You do amazing work. And you have an awesome work space. Keep it up.

[@Jvalentin3]

That is one of the coolest finger joint jigs I've ever seen!

[@amyramirez3941]

Wow! That's a lot of work and well worth it too. That is one beautiful cajon!

[@2152764662]

Your Craftsmanship is Awesome thanks for sharing.

[@Wetkeazle]

Well done! Without any narration I could follow your line of thought right to the end. Sounds good too, for the sound quality, KZbin can deliver right now. Liked.

[@Elyasafshweka]

Thank you

[@samiyemeyahni1488]

I would say, you are not only an artist, but a genius!

[@cdouglas1942]

Somebody send this guy a push stick.

[@Meinstantics]

Push sticks are for girls.

[@fnclnz]

Missing fingers are for amputees.

[@deady88]

he uses push stick when needed.

[@ScottPankhurst]

someone send him a watch made after 1982.

[@RenanDavidSoriaAhumada]

bitch please i still use my old plastic casio watch only few buttons doesnt work any more what do you use I-diot

[@DanielNahmod]

What a beautiful cajon, and a phenomenal demonstration of techniques and tools. Thank you.

[@RickyLee53]

Very nice. I didn't know what a "Cajon" was. until about 19 minutes, so it was a bonus at the end to get some music. Haha

[@keithyoung7]

Very entertaining, I think everyone was wondering what the hole was for. Then it turns out to be a brilliant instrument. Nice work in a very compact workshop.

[@zeeshan-tp5hp]

when the camera fell down, it reminded me of "blair witch project" :p great work though . (Y)

[@RedNeckBiker109]

Very cool! I will never complain about space in my shop ever again! nicely done sir.

[@Elyasafshweka]

thanks

[@fxm5715]

I watched to the end, mostly to find out what a "cajon" is. "Hmm. Solid sides, thin plywood top and bottom. Ah, a hole. An instrument of some kind? Is it going to be the strangest guitar I've ever seen? Maybe some kind of zither? Hmm. Looks done and it's just a box with a hole in it. Wait, what are those C shaped blocks for? Metal Brushes?? like for a drum? Ah! Yes, a percussion instrument with built in brushes that you sit on! So that's what a "cajon" is!" Too cool, Elyasaf. Nice work, and I learned something along the way.

[@Elyasafshweka]

Thank you!

[@fjeinca]

Cajón is Spanish for case (like luggage). It’s said to have been taken to musical excellence by percussionists in Perú, and while the guy demoing this one is great, to hear it taken to music-contextual mastery, check out Alex Acuña.

[@MrVoayer]

I don't know if I am impressed more by your carpentry skills or by your playing !?! Well done !

[@The4thNegative]

The most pointless box became the most awesome one right at the very end.

[@katanakeller8970]

+The4thNegative i did not think i would make it to the end. luckily, i am at work and nothing better to do than watch randon stuff become awesome!

[@Elyasafshweka]

Thank you for your patience....

[@eldin0082]

your saw fence lease

[@manuelmartinez8579]

wich kind of wood ?? i wanna try!!

[@brad4908]

Manuel Martinez ask the Palestinian whose tree was cut down to provide the wood.

[@alexistejeda1462]

Nice Cajon, musical instrument of Peru, typical of Creole music, I'm glad to know what you like in other parts of the world. One of the many good things about my country. I have seen many cajones made but I think this is one of the best built. Gracias Totales Thanks total

[@benjaminmoss4378]

bad ass beats at the end

[@souk-tv]

Its nice to see a craftsman at work, its even nicer to see that old school Casio looking calculator watch is still working too lol

[@beenamachhami3762]

10:06 me laughing when my friend trips and falls down.

[@JannatiNeha]

hahahaahahahaaaa

[@henrymoscosocarrillo4581]

Esto no solo es un proyecto. Esto es arte y eres un gran maestro excepcional. (This is not just a project. This is art and you are an exceptional grandmaster.).

[@ArtisanTony]

I can only assume you know more about music theory than woodworking :) It's ok, just don't ever take your right hand off the piece again as it is going through the table saw :) I can sympathize with you because my son is a drummer and loves the cajon.

[@TyrannosaurusDVM]

Very fine job, with first class material and tools. Very impressive

[@Elyasafshweka]

thank you

[@ADHDbuilt]

Good job. I'm going to recommend doing a bored test on your videos though. Get somebody who you trust, and ask them to watch it, and let you know when they are getting bored. Before that happens, skip, fast forward, or so something to change it up. Your watch time will go up because of it.

[@Elyasafshweka]

I tried that test: I asked my wife to watch it. she lost intrest after 10 seconds...

[@ADHDbuilt]

I do have the same problem. If you want another set of eyes before releasing, let me know :)

[@RogerMcGuiremusic]

What a beautiful piece of work. Well done sir.

[@Elyasafshweka]

thanks

[@azzym8794]

ODDLY SATISFYING VIDEO.

[@erlinge.alferez2167]

GBY. very good work, the talent that God put in your hands is amazing..

[@GuillermoxD3]

Amigo que es lo que pones para los tornillos , Son como unos tarugos o unas tuercas incertas , pero como son ? Do friend that it is what put screws, are like a few dowels or some incertas nuts, but as they are?

[@ericmendoza8808]

Asi es guillermo , son tarugos de metal, él las atornillo y enterro al ras con un martillo, luego saco el tornillo y siguió.

[@aldrinalbos8176]

Guillermo León Carmona

[@USAphotoguy51]

Ok I had absolutely no idea what you were making until the very end, but very much enjoyed your professional job. That is to cool I hope there are many more videos to follow...Great Job, Thanks

[@obieezx11]

he watches mathius wandel

[@Elyasafshweka]

yup. way too much :)

[@Allbbrz]

And have the same box jointer jig and router lifter - nice !

[@danbeeson9564]

Oh dang! I’ve never seen anyone with a shop that small who owns a stroke sander!

[@zep136]

He had a bandsaw the whole time?

[@crussey]

and not only a bandsaw a friggin huge one with incredible resaw capacity....

[@reggiep75]

Excellent job, man!! Slightly unusual method of construction but beautifully unique because of it. I wasn't overly skilled in woodwork when I was at school (over 25 years ago) but the older you get the more appreciative of things you can't do and just have to accept some are born with or develop a skill in life, like we all do and have, and your skill is making a bloody good unique cajon. I could see many percussionists envious of a cajon like that.

[@Elyasafshweka]

Thank you for your encouraging words

[@bronzsquad1800]

15:45

[@keithmiller6583]

Outstanding workmanship, not to mention your percussion abilities!! Great work. Shalom akha

[@Elyasafshweka]

toda raba

[@lou_bricoleur]

HAHAHA 15:48

[@BradfordGuy]

Very nice workmanship! A solid instrument for sure.

[@pokey70291]

I didn't know what you were building until the end. I thought for awhile that it was a really really nice cat bed!! So surprised . Nice work even if you scared the hell out of me everytime I thought you were going to lose a finger! I want one. Wish I could build one as well as you do!

[@groothebarbarian]

Elyasaf, I didn't know what a cajon was or what I was watching. Very nice, thanks for sharing this. I also liked seeing the box joint jig in action.

[@thisall4real]

Very nice craftsmanship. Well done

[@asoganpillay7754]

🤔Amazing work of art....fantastic instrument .....wonderful sounds...Thanks for sharing..best wishes (South Africa)

[@robertthomas6127]

Lovely job. Looks very nice. I feel so jealous when I see which advantages people have when they own the right tools and have good ideas and are skilled. Wish you the best for the future.

[@Elyasafshweka]

thank you sir

[@noelrivera3834]

That was awesome! Got Toca Rivera's seal of approval. Send me just one... I think I could definitely endorse this beautiful piece of woodworking. I caught a glimpse of amazingly different sounding pitches. Among my other talents is the art of wood working so, "GOOD ONYA ELYASAF!!

[@kennyb4871]

Before I get too far into this...please, please, please, make or buy a push stick!!! Okay. Nevermind. There is a push stick. Just a little awkward at the beginning. I am VERY impressed how well the initial kerfs from the Tablesaw blended to the final cut of the Bandsaw. I'm also impressed by the home made splining jig...and the ingenious Glue Comb. All in all, very very nice work Eli.

[@ahmadimalarasool495]

You are the best artist You are the best carpenter

[@c.j.robert5350]

This is clearly the best cajun making tutorial!!

[@sgagnon3]

That watch is a serious statement!

[@JSK_Technology01]

Bro I'm so impressed with your research ❤

[@IrishChippy]

Nice work Elyasaf. I didn't know what a Cajon was until you played it at the end. Loved the bit where your camera went flying. A little too many silly comments about Mathius, which I am sure he himself finds hilarious.

[@PRNYnative]

as a percussionist i would love to play this cajon...awesome video and the final product is exquisite...

[@tomasantonioquinteroaranda609]

looks easy , every hard task looks easy with profesionals

[@sirdrakey]

coolest belt sander i have ever seen

[@trevorbiggs1999]

An artist at work! Fantastic.

[@tchurst]

Nice build! I would encourage the use of a push stick/ push block on the fence side of the table saw to help reduce saw binding and loss of fingers. Place it on the work piece near the cut line and push it past the blade.

[@shadowsruss5748]

Wow - lots of work, but a beautiful job.

[@vracsergeant8525]

Stunning craftsmanship

[@gmdille]

Beautiful work! I'll be honest though, as a cajon player the most impressive part of the video for me was the 10-fingered roll you played with both hands starting at 19:32. Holy moly that was cool!

[@SerhanB]

Nice result, excellent job man!

[@Elyasafshweka]

thank you

[@darrenfrost5775]

i'm loving the stylish calculator watch he is wearing , we had them back in the 80's

[@geoffsemon7411]

great work and I enjoyed watching the video. Great to see Matthias's designs in action as well

[@claudioney7334]

Fantastic friend. Beautiful work. A big hug.

[@act.13.41]

Very nice. Great rhythm as well. :-) One tip for you. When you angle the blade of the table saw, please move your fence to the other side, so you do not trap the piece between the blade and the fence. It can come out of there at high speed. It will usually happen as the blade slows down.

[@yonathantsarfaty]

תותח על! גאווה ישראלית! כל הכבוד לך אחי.

[@ВикторХарченко-к4о]

I was very surprised when it all ended with a drum! Bravo!

[@ToddMcKernan]

I LOVE your finger joint jig

[@gnatluo]

Very nicely designed and built, you should sell them!

[@contepaccio]

Now i know what is a cajon! And BTW you made a very good work😃

[@loovlehcuppatea2830]

That hat's so adorable 😄😄😄😄 I want it!

[@ahchoen]

Thank you very very much for sharing. Wonderful work.

[@michaeljohanwilliem4296]

This is a work of ART!

[@goldivox50]

Thank you for your prompt reply to my questions. You're right, of course, didn't consider you were probably using a metric threaded drive rod. Again, I really appreciated this Cajon build!

[@danhigham]

Beautiful finish and they sound great too!

[@DoctorEnigma01]

Nice! And makes an attractive end table as well.