The Tango line of artisan Cajon have two groupings of three pre-tuned metal micro-coiled Cajon strings that span across the inside of the playing surface for a crisp snare effect. These strings are hand wound in the style of master Cajon builder, José Pepote Hernández Diaz. Rounded corners and thumb notches on the top of the front plate and resonating body optimize playing comfort and sound. The 7-ply, 9mm thick Baltic Birch body develops the sound into a full, punchy tone that projects with clarity and warmth. Available with Limba or light eucalyptus finish front plates. Made in Spain. HANDMADE IN SPAIN: Meinl Artisan Edition Cajons are hand-crafted masterpieces built in Spain by renown luthier Jose 'Pepote' Hernandez Diaz; no big assembly lines here—only highly skilled small batch construction with the finest wood selections WHY IT MATTERS: Pepote is a master cajon craftsman; he's tested countless wood combinations and varnishes, created a special unbreakable snare string, designed baffles and pop filters—the list goes on; everything he does revolves around chasing the best TONEWOODS USED: a 7-ply Baltic birch body and light eucalyptus frontplate deliver rich, punchy, and balanced tone (Baltic birch is also used in high-end drum set construction for players serious about sound) DRIVING THE SNARE SOUND: spanning the frontplate inside are two fixed sets of three custom, hand wound micro-coiled steel cajon strings for a beautifully lush snare tone; they're pre-tuned to create a sensitive touch and won't require adjustment ZOOM IN: the cajon is rounded at the corners and sanded down to form thumb notches where your hands lay in their natural playing position; this gives you exceptional hand contact with more comfort LOOKING UNDERNEATH: four silicone feet keep the cajon stable on any surface (wood, laminate, carpet, brick, concrete); these feet protect the cajon while eliminating vibrations to preserve the instrument's crystal-clear sound quality BY THE NUMBERS: 11 1/4 W x 11 3/4 D x 19 H THE TAKEAWAY: this is a special handcrafted cajon made to be appreciated for its details all around—sound, feel, response, look, and durability; there's no doubt it will serve you your entire life UPC 840553088977 Color Light Material Baltic birch body, Light eucalyptus frontplate Brand Name Meinl Percussion Model Name Artisan Edition Tango Line Finish Type Stained Wood or Natural Wood Item Weight 4 Kilograms Part Number AETLLE Manufacturer Meinl USA L.C. Model Number AETLLE Body Material Baltic birch Item Type Name Tango Line Light Eucalyptus Cajon Item Dimensions 11.25 x 11.75 x 19 inches Included Components Cajon Warranty Description 2-year meinl warranty. Global Trade Identification Number 00840553088977, 40184055308897