Cajon LP M1406WB Matador Stave Tumba

The LP M1406WB Matador Stave Tumba cajon stands out for its whiskey barrel-inspired shape, but it's when you start playing that it reveals its full sonic personality.

Latin Percussion has created an instrument that combines striking aesthetics, solid construction, and an acoustic response capable of satisfying percussionists seeking broad bass, defined taps, and a vibrant timbral character. It's a cajon that catches the eye with its looks and wins you over with its sound.

The New Zealand pine construction gives the body remarkable structural stability and a clean resonance, with a full timbre that easily spreads throughout the room. The rounded shape, typical of the LP Stave series, allows air to circulate more efficiently, which reinforces the bass amplitude and creates a sense of depth difficult to find in traditional models.

The lightweight and responsive poplar front panel captures each touch with precision, facilitating quick articulations and crisp accents, even at lower dynamics. This combination of woods was designed to offer a balance between attack, warmth, and definition, adapting to very different repertoires.

The "whiskey barrel" appearance is not just an aesthetic detail. The body's curves and narrower top allow for precise control of slaps, which stand out for their clarity, while the wide belly favors the expansion of the bass, generating a surprisingly deep response for an instrument of this size.

This sonic versatility makes the M1406WB an excellent alternative to congas or djembes in contexts where portability is sought without losing presence. It is equally effective in acoustic performances, intimate rehearsals, or stage situations where the definition of the attacks needs to remain intact.

Latin Percussion has a long history linked to the development of instruments that celebrate the global percussive tradition and, at the same time, respond to the modern needs of musicians. Since the 1960s, the American brand has sought to recreate and perfect instruments with Afro-Cuban and South American roots, guaranteeing reliability, consistency, and sonic personality. This cajon from the Matador line follows exactly that philosophy: respect for tradition, with a touch of innovation and a design that reinforces the instrument's identity.

The LP M1406WB Matador Stave Tumba offers a set of qualities that appeals to percussionists of various styles, from Latin music to fusion, flamenco, acoustic pop, or world music. It is an instrument that feels powerful when played, with a firm and dynamic response, ready to accompany more energetic rhythmic lines or provide more subtle textures.

Specifications:

• Body: New Zealand pine, whisky barrel design with metal loops

• Front plate: poplar

• Adjustable: no

• Height: 20"

• Width: 13"

• Depth: 13,5"