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product_id: 2322865
title: "Meinl Percussion TCAJ1BK Compact Rubber Wood Travel Cajon, Black"
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# Durable Rubber Wood body Compact 12.6x12.4x1.97 in Internal snare wires + sound port Meinl Percussion TCAJ1BK Compact Rubber Wood Travel Cajon, Black

**Brand:** meinl percussion
**Price:** € 143.33
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Compact power, anywhere you go — don’t miss the beat!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Meinl Percussion TCAJ1BK Compact Rubber Wood Travel Cajon, Black by meinl percussion
- **How much does it cost?** € 143.33 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## 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

- • **Lightweight & Durable:** Weighing just 0.72 kg, this travel cajon is built tough for your busiest days and longest trips.
- • **Volume-Controlled Vibes:** Dialed-back volume perfect for quiet practice sessions or intimate jams without losing punch.
- • **Sound Projection Mastery:** Strategically placed sound port ensures clear, crisp projection despite its slim profile.
- • **Practice Anywhere, Anytime:** Ultra-portable design fits your on-the-go lifestyle without sacrificing sound quality.
- • **Pro-Level Acoustic Craftsmanship:** Rubber wood construction with internal snare wires delivers authentic Meinl cajon tones in a compact form.

## Overview

The Meinl Percussion TCAJ1BK Travel Cajon is a sleek, lightweight percussion instrument crafted from durable rubber wood. Measuring just under 13 inches square and 2 inches thick, it features internal snare wires and a sound port for clear acoustic projection. Designed for musicians who want to practice cajon techniques quietly and on the move, it offers authentic Meinl sound quality with a volume-friendly profile, backed by a 2-year warranty.

## Description

The MEINL Travel Cajon is a great way to practice cajon techniques while on the go or when you need to keep the volume down. The Rubber Wood construction and internal snare wires with projecting sound port give this compact cajon all the acoustic properties of a standard Meinl cajon, but with dialed back volume. It is perfect for keeping your chops in shape, any time, anywhere!

Review: travel cajon review - I play drums and thought I might expand my set playing to hand drums as I have always liked them, and I have younger children that might enjoy them as well. I purchased this lap cajon and the meinl bongo cajons (still in transit) as a way to introduce myself to hand percussion. My thinking on getting this travel cajon was that I need something to start on that: didn't take up lots of room & that wouldn't cost a lot in the event I wasn't into it. I opened the box and just as pictures and videos I watch showed, there was this thin black looking box, approximately 12" squared. there is a foam pad underneath that makes it not slip or if you place it on a hard surface would not damage said surface. on the top end of the cajon is a sound port for projection. Its surprisingly load for a small thing, though I would imagnine you really couldn't be heard in anything large like a drum circle or more than accoustic music. I think maybe the purpose is more for practicing than anything Speaking of the sound, like I said I watched videos of it, which spurred the purchase, though what I am hearing live and what I heard on the videos are quite different. This may be because of the nature of the micing but there is a noticeable twang with it, something I was not hearing on video. This could just be how cajons sound as I have never heard one in person or just how this one sounds, but it was not exactly what I was expecting. After playing around with it for a while, that twang sort of got absorbed kind of like sympathetic buzz does in drumset playing and wasn't too noticeable. Because it is quite thin, maybe only 1 inch thick it cannot get that low thud a traditional cajon can, but one is sort of there by striking the center. I was also playing it with brushes and it actually sounds fairly good with those and you get less of the twangy overtone by striking with brushes on it. So overall I think this product is pretty good for what it is, something a person can take around with them and practice or in a low volume setting, play with others. Oh and while its not available on desertcart there is a carrying bag available for it too that you can probably find at many online music stores.
Review: Beautiful and fun - It's beautiful and fun to play. Just it doesn't give you the same bounce like a percussion drum.

## Features

- Internal snare wires
- Compact design: 15" L x 15" W x 3" H
- Sound port for clear sound projection
- Rubber Wood
- Great way to practice cajon techniques while on the go

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0080HWNXC |
| Best Sellers Rank | #30,826 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #40 in Cajons |
| Body Material | Wood |
| Brand | Meinl Percussion |
| Brand Name | Meinl Percussion |
| Color | Black,white |
| Connector Type | No connector |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 339 Reviews |
| Finish Type | matte |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00840553071566 |
| Included Components | 1x Meinl Percussion Travel Cajon (TCAJ1BK) |
| Item Dimensions | 12.6 x 12.4 x 1.97 inches |
| Item Type Name | Travel Cajon with Internal Snare Wires - NOT MADE IN CHINA - Hardwood, Soundport for Clear Projection, 2-YEAR WARRANTY |
| Item Weight | 0.72 Kilograms |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 12.6 x 12.4 x 1.97 inches |
| Manufacturer | Meinl USA L.C. |
| Material | Wood,Rubber |
| Model Name | TCAJ1BK |
| Model Number | TCAJ1BK |
| Part Number | TCAJ1BK |
| Set Name | Rubber Wood |
| UPC | 840553071566 |
| Warranty Description | 2 year warranty. |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Meinl Percussion
- **Color:** Black,white
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 12.6 x 12.4 x 1.97 inches
- **Material:** Wood,Rubber
- **Model Name:** TCAJ1BK

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: I want to know if the cut door in the pad on the bottom is for making an adjustment on the snare wires or just what is for?**
A: Not sure what "cut door" you're referring to.  Did you remove the pad on the bottom?  The snares on the inside of the travel cajon are not adjustable.  The long rectangular hole on the side is the sound hole to allow sound pass through from the inside.   Is this the "cut door" you are referring to?  Hope this helps. It' s a fun travel cajon! I've enjoyed it for several years and have taken it camping, road trips, travel... stood the test of travel.  Recommend getting a case for it.

**Q: The pics show no screws on top surface but videos show it with screws. Please clarify.**
A: Just got mine today on 1/10/2018.  It has no screws.  Disappointed with that since there is no way to make any snare adjustments.

**Q: I am wondering how this sounds with regular wire brushes, broom sticks, Talawands or hot rods...has anyone on here tried it?**
A: It might sound good with regular wooden drum sticks. Otherwise, I don't know.

**Q: My cajon has a little hole on the bottom, which can be left open or closed with an adhesive tab. What is it for? Should I close it?**
A: Not sure as mine does not have a hole in the bottom.there is a soft pad on the bottom but unless I undo it it does not appear to have a hole. Maybe check with Meinl. I would be interested to know the outcome RegardsGerry

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ travel cajon review
*by L***H on May 14, 2013*

I play drums and thought I might expand my set playing to hand drums as I have always liked them, and I have younger children that might enjoy them as well. I purchased this lap cajon and the meinl bongo cajons (still in transit) as a way to introduce myself to hand percussion. My thinking on getting this travel cajon was that I need something to start on that: didn't take up lots of room & that wouldn't cost a lot in the event I wasn't into it. I opened the box and just as pictures and videos I watch showed, there was this thin black looking box, approximately 12" squared. there is a foam pad underneath that makes it not slip or if you place it on a hard surface would not damage said surface. on the top end of the cajon is a sound port for projection. Its surprisingly load for a small thing, though I would imagnine you really couldn't be heard in anything large like a drum circle or more than accoustic music. I think maybe the purpose is more for practicing than anything Speaking of the sound, like I said I watched videos of it, which spurred the purchase, though what I am hearing live and what I heard on the videos are quite different. This may be because of the nature of the micing but there is a noticeable twang with it, something I was not hearing on video. This could just be how cajons sound as I have never heard one in person or just how this one sounds, but it was not exactly what I was expecting. After playing around with it for a while, that twang sort of got absorbed kind of like sympathetic buzz does in drumset playing and wasn't too noticeable. Because it is quite thin, maybe only 1 inch thick it cannot get that low thud a traditional cajon can, but one is sort of there by striking the center. I was also playing it with brushes and it actually sounds fairly good with those and you get less of the twangy overtone by striking with brushes on it. So overall I think this product is pretty good for what it is, something a person can take around with them and practice or in a low volume setting, play with others. Oh and while its not available on amazon there is a carrying bag available for it too that you can probably find at many online music stores.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beautiful and fun
*by A***S on March 31, 2023*

It's beautiful and fun to play. Just it doesn't give you the same bounce like a percussion drum.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It's amazing how fun this is....
*by D***A on July 13, 2013*

I personally like portable instruments - things I can take with me anywhere like Ukuleles and Bongo drums. I always wanted to get a Cajon but most Cajons are practically pieces of furniture - which is fine - but I want something that is more portable. In contrast, the Travel Cajon is quite portable. In fact, when I took it out of the box and looked at it I realized I had just paid $40 for a plastic box. HOWEVER: It is light, pretty sturdy and very fun to play. It would be wrong to say that it sounds as good as a full size cajon, because it doesn't. I found the snare to be a little annoying at first as it is a little on the "rattley" side, but after a while a got the feel of the instrument and found I could use the rattle to my advantage. It is quite fun to play.

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