--- product_id: 49887120 title: "Meinl American Cajon - Black/White Ash" brand: "meinl percussion" price: "€ 336.81" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Meinl Percussion" url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/49887120-meinl-american-cajon-black-white-ash store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # Compact 45cm height seat drum Non-slip rubber feet for stability Premium White Ash wood body Meinl American Cajon - Black/White Ash **Brand:** meinl percussion **Price:** € 336.81 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🥁 Elevate your rhythm game with the Meinl American Cajon – where compact meets powerful! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Meinl American Cajon - Black/White Ash by meinl percussion - **How much does it cost?** € 336.81 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/49887120-meinl-american-cajon-black-white-ash) ## Best For - meinl percussion enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted meinl percussion brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Floor & Hand Friendly:** Rounded corners plus rubber feet protect your space and your hands. - • **Tunable Sound Control:** Adjust internal strings with included hex key for personalized tone. - • **Versatile Play Styles:** Play with hands, brushes, or pedals to match your creative vibe. - • **Compact & Portable Design:** Perfectly sized for medium players and easy gig transport. - • **Powerful Bass & Crisp Snare:** Experience authentic drum-set grooves with every hand strike. ## Overview The Meinl American Cajon in Black/White Ash is a premium hand percussion instrument crafted from white ash wood, delivering rich bass and crisp snare sounds. Designed for medium-sized players, it features a compact 45cm height, non-slip rubber feet, and rounded corners for comfort and floor protection. Tunable internal strings allow personalized sound adjustments using the included hex key. Ideal for beginners and professionals alike, this cajon is perfect for intimate gigs, songwriting sessions, or adding rhythmic depth to any performance. ## Description Meinl American Cajon - Black/White Ash : desertcart.co.uk: Musical Instruments & DJ Review: Came well packaged and has a great sound - This is a great sounding piece of kit and will allow our band to do a small gig without the need for our drummer who cant make it. I am not a 'drummer' as such but as long as you can keep a good beat along with the rhythm, i believe you could use this. The basics are simple but the first thing you need to do is reach inside for the small allen key. Its attached to the inside and you need to loosen the bottom of the cajon as there is a piece holding the wires inside tight, for transporting it. You loosen it by about half a turn or more depending on the sound you need. The easiest way to explain 'as a beginner' myself, is that there are 3 main areas you hit with the flat of your hand. This gives a base sound and two snare drum sounds. Technically that's not true as there are many sounds you can achieve but I am a beginner myself. I suggest youtube to learn some patterns but I have had it for a week now and fell comfortable now with my progress. The cajon is well made and looks good. The sound is superb. It has a good bass drum sound and the snare sound is excellent. Our drummer tried it and he said he thought it was a good piece of kit. Our intention is to mic the unit up and play through sound desk but its also loud enough to play at home or for an intimate gig with friends. I read a few reviews which stated the Cajon was damaged on arrival. Mine came well packaged in a really sturdy box. For the money, I would certainly recommend it. Good for beginners or professional players. Please note that I am not a drummer. I play table top drums much to the annoyance of my better half, therefore some of the terminology I use in my review, may not be accurate as such. Review: Loads of fun. Needs a good tuning when it arrives - Loads of fun. Needs a good tuning when it arrives. Check online for guides. Mine didn't come with an Allen's wrench. Edit: after playing this Cajon for a few weeks, I've found the bass to be very rattly despite all the available tuning options. I would advise beginners to go for a Cajon with strings positioned at the top of the box only, such as the schlagwerx range available on desertcart. I played the latter alongside my own and found it to be much more well designed and it produced a better sound overall. ## Features - Compact Seat Drum, Drum Box - The cajon is played with the hands, with brushes, or with pedals - Drum-Set Grooves with the Hands - The wooden playing surface delivers powerful bass and crisp snare sounds - Non-slip and better Playing Experience - 4 rubber feet and rounded corners protect floors and hands - Rhythmic Accompaniment - Cajons are the compact musical addition for all singers and songwriters - Compact Size - With a height of approximately 45 cm, this cajon is suitable for medium-sized players ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00275G7BC | | Best Sellers Rank | 9,371 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 8 in Cajons | | Body Material | White ash | | Brand | Meinl Percussion | | Brand Name | Meinl Percussion | | Colour | Black / Brown | | Connector Type | no connector | | Country of Origin | Thailand | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 475 Reviews | | Finish Type | Brushes | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00840553064964 | | Included Components | 1x HCAJ1AWA Cajon, Hex Key | | Is the Product Left or Right Handed? | Ambidextrous | | Item Dimensions | 52 x 36 x 36 centimetres | | Item Type Name | Cajon | | Item Weight | 5.6 Kilograms | | Item dimensions L x W x H | 52 x 36 x 36 centimetres | | Item weight | 5.6 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | Roland Meinl Musikinstrumente GmbH & Co. KG | | Material | Wood | | Model Name | MEINL Percussion Headliner® Series String Cajon - American White Ash | | Model Number | HCAJ1AWA | | Model name | MEINL Percussion Headliner® Series String Cajon - American White Ash | | Part Number | HCAJ1AWA | | Product Warranty | 2 year manufacturer. | | Set Name | Headliner Series | | UPC | 840553064964 | ## Product Details - **Colour:** HCAJ1AWA - **Brand:** Meinl Percussion - **Material:** Wood - **Model name:** HCAJ1AWA - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 52 x 36 x 36 centimetres ## Images ![Meinl American Cajon - Black/White Ash - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91ZA94eYDmL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: What are the dimensions of this item?** A: WxDXH = 30cm x 30.7cm x 46cmNot sure where the dimensions from Gilberto come from - all are off by at least an inch.Sounds great. Very happy with it. **Q: Does the mahogany make it sound better over the cheaper rubberwood one?** A: Absolutely! I get great lows and nice snare slaps from the mahogany. There's nothing like the real wood feel. **Q: does it have a matte finish?** A: yes **Q: The photos show two different colors on the front. the description says "stained american white ash." is the front a darker stain or a lighter stain?** A: Due to the natural differences in wood, it may appear slightly lighter or darker than pictured. HCAJ1NT is very light as another person mentioned. Let us know if you have further questions on Meinl Percussion cajons! ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Came well packaged and has a great sound *by B***X on 3 March 2020* This is a great sounding piece of kit and will allow our band to do a small gig without the need for our drummer who cant make it. I am not a 'drummer' as such but as long as you can keep a good beat along with the rhythm, i believe you could use this. The basics are simple but the first thing you need to do is reach inside for the small allen key. Its attached to the inside and you need to loosen the bottom of the cajon as there is a piece holding the wires inside tight, for transporting it. You loosen it by about half a turn or more depending on the sound you need. The easiest way to explain 'as a beginner' myself, is that there are 3 main areas you hit with the flat of your hand. This gives a base sound and two snare drum sounds. Technically that's not true as there are many sounds you can achieve but I am a beginner myself. I suggest youtube to learn some patterns but I have had it for a week now and fell comfortable now with my progress. The cajon is well made and looks good. The sound is superb. It has a good bass drum sound and the snare sound is excellent. Our drummer tried it and he said he thought it was a good piece of kit. Our intention is to mic the unit up and play through sound desk but its also loud enough to play at home or for an intimate gig with friends. I read a few reviews which stated the Cajon was damaged on arrival. Mine came well packaged in a really sturdy box. For the money, I would certainly recommend it. Good for beginners or professional players. Please note that I am not a drummer. I play table top drums much to the annoyance of my better half, therefore some of the terminology I use in my review, may not be accurate as such. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Loads of fun. Needs a good tuning when it arrives *by B***N on 19 July 2017* Loads of fun. Needs a good tuning when it arrives. Check online for guides. Mine didn't come with an Allen's wrench. Edit: after playing this Cajon for a few weeks, I've found the bass to be very rattly despite all the available tuning options. I would advise beginners to go for a Cajon with strings positioned at the top of the box only, such as the schlagwerx range available on Amazon. I played the latter alongside my own and found it to be much more well designed and it produced a better sound overall. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Light weight, Good tone and volume *by R***J on 18 October 2024* Due to health reasons I bought this to replace a very fine but much heavier Cajon. Not only is it much easier to carry but with small adjustments to the snares I have a good choice of tones to play. It’ has enough volume to match the 20-30 ukulele players I regularly play with. Very pleased with the quality and tone of the cajon ## Frequently Bought Together - Meinl Percussion Headliner Cajon Instrument - Compact Drum Box with Snare and Bass Sound - Playing Surface American White Ash (HCAJ1AWA) - Meinl MSTCJB Cajon Bag, Black - Meinl Standard Cajon Stick & Brush Brush (SB305),Black --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.be/products/49887120-meinl-american-cajon-black-white-ash](https://www.desertcart.be/products/49887120-meinl-american-cajon-black-white-ash) --- *Product available on Desertcart Belgium* *Store origin: BE* *Last updated: 2026-04-22*