About Duende
Duende is the leading Cajon manufacturer in Spain, famed for their unparalleled quality and craftsmanship. Based in Seville, this family run business was started by Flamenco players to bring outstanding instruments to the highly competitive Spanish market. Emerging from the authentic tradition of Flamenco and with an established international presence, they bring innovation to the world of the Cajon. It is their ethos to continue to merge superior quality and sound with eye- catching designs.
Please follow this link if you wish to visit the Duende website: www.duendepercusion.com
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Check out some videos of drummer and endorser Vinnie Lammie (Spice Girls, Robbie Williams, Take That) Michael Bowes (Nelly Furtado,Joss Stone,Macy Gray) Albert Vila (Modern Romance, Hofesh Schechter) and much more...Drummer Magazine Review (February 2011) click here to download
Conclusion: Each of the Duende Cajons offers something fairly unique... Great quality, nice Cajons.
Rhythm Magazine Review (SummerIssue 167 August 2009) click here to download
Duende offers plenty for those who aspire to the real deal. VERDICT: Great craftsmanship across their range, with real attention to detail and highly innovative designs.
Exclusive distributors for the UK and Ireland
Percussity has been acting as the exclusive UK distributor for Duende since 2008 and we are pleased to introduce their new and improved Cajon range this autumn. With a selection of well-designed and beautifully sounding models, these Cajons offer plenty to those who aspire to the real deal.
Buy a Duende UNO (2nd generation) - Ref. 1006_2
* * * THE ULTIMATE BUDGET CAJON! * * *
The Uno line offers an introductory level Cajon at an amazing price.
Description:
* Excellent value for money without compromising sound quality
* Very lightweight but with great projection live
* An affordable quality Cajon for beginners or for the musician on a budget
* * * SPECIAL OFFER * * * The Cajon comes with a protection carrier bag
Specifications:
• “V” shaped resonating string system (not tunable)
• Front Plate: Kalabo Wood
• Chassis: Okume Wood
• Dimensions (mm): 475x300x295
! ! ! Important notice : Additional shipping costs apply outside the UK. Please contact us for a quote.
RRP £94 - Currently on offer - Buy it here and get a 10% Discount
Buy a Duende BASIC (novice series)- Ref. 1013
This introductory level Cajon offers a very good price / quality ratio with a good treble and low frequency response. An excellent choice for beginners.
This Cajon comes with a standard 2 year warranty.
Specifications:
“V” shaped resonating tuning system
• Front Plate: Kalabo Wood
• Chassis: Okume Wood
• Dimensions: 475x300x295 mm
Please select the soft bag or padded bag option from the drop down menu to add a protection case to your purchase. Click here to see our range of bags.
! ! ! Important notice : Additional shipping costs apply outside the UK. Please contact us for a quote.
RRP £115 - Currently on offer - Buy it here and get a 10% Discount
Buy a Duende CLASSIC (semi-pro series) - Ref. 1001 - RRP £139
* * * * (FOUR STAR CAJON) as rated by RHYTHM MAGAZINE. An affordable semi-professional Cajon with luxurious finish.
A semi-pro instrument with boutique looks and quality sound. Dry tone and mid-range pitch with an introductory price and exceptional finish. An excellent option for the demanding percussionist or as a substitute drum kit for the acoustic musician on a budget.
The Classic comes with a standard 2 year warranty.
Specifications:
V - shape snare string tuning system
• Chassis: 7mm Okume wood
• Front panel: 4mm Okume wood
• Dimensions (mm): 475x300x295
Buy a Duende EVO (compression series)- Ref. – 1011
One of the sound characteristics of the Evo is to have a louder output in comparison to more conventional Cajones. The front plate is screwless to provide a more compressed sound. This model is very dynamic and responds well to different playing intensities. Best results are achieved between medium to high volumes. The tension system is designed so you can change any broken string without removing the front panel.
This Cajon comes with a standard 2 year warranty.
Specifications:
Adjustable snare system (tunable with Allen key)
• Front Plate: Birch Wood
• Chassis: Okume Wood
• Dimensions (mm): 475x300x295
Please select the soft bag or padded bag option from the drop down menu to add a protection case to your purchase. Click here to see our range of bags.
! ! ! Important notice : Additional shipping costs apply outside the UK. Please contact us for a quote.
RRP £159 - Currently on offer - Buy it here and get a 10% Discount
Buy a Duende CON FUSION (semi-pro series) - Ref. 1002 - RRP £179
CON FUSION * * * * (FOUR STAR CAJON) Unique dual surface Cajon voted amongst the top 3 Cajons in RHYTHM MAGAZINE for over a year ! !
With two distinct sound choices to produce sonic versatility, this innovative two-in-one drum offers the option of a crisp drum kit like tone with sustain against the more traditional and natural dry sounding standard Cajon.
The drum is made from Okume wood with one resonating head made from African Zebra wood and with an external tuning system. The other front panel is made of Birch and has an internal machine head tuning system.
The Con Fusion comes with a standard 2 year warranty.
Specifications:
• Front System: Snare in a v-shape with tuning system
• Back System: Resonating strings and machine head tuning system
• Chassis: 7mm Okume wood
• Front Panel: 4mm Okume and African Zebra woods
• Back Panel: 2.5mm Birch
• Dimensions (mm): 475x300x295
Please select the soft bag or padded bag option from the drop down menu to add a protection case to your purchase. Click here to see our range of bags.
! ! ! Important notice : Additional shipping costs apply outside the UK. Please contact us for a quote.
RRP £179 - Currently on offer - Buy it here and get a 10% Discount
Buy a Duende PRO (pro series)- Ref. – 1010
* * * OUTSTANDING PROFESSIONAL CAJON FOR UNDER £200 ! ! * * *
The Duende Pro is made entirely of birch and provides lots of defininition and warmth. This pro series Cajon doesn't lack volume and has a magnificent sound response. Although this instrument is well suited to all musical styles, it was designed to fit right in with flamenco music.
This Cajon comes with a standard 2 year warranty.
Specifications:
2 string “V” shaped resonating system (tunable with Allen key)
• Front Plate: Birch Wood
• Chassis: Birch Wood
• Dimensions (mm): 480x300x310
Please select the soft bag or padded bag option from the drop down menu to add a protection case to your purchase. Click here to see our range of bags.
! ! ! Important notice : Additional shipping costs apply outside the UK. Please contact us for a quote.
RRP £195 - Currently on offer - Buy it here and get a 10% Discount
Buy a Duende LATINO (pro series) - Ref. 1003
* * * * (FOUR STAR CAJON) as rated by RHYTHM MAGAZINE. A fabulous professional drum with deep low bass, very popular amongst drummers.
A professional quality Cajon made entirely of Birch, with a deep rounded bass tone and crisp trebles that resonate nicely, giving a big and full sound. The ideal drum kit substitute.
The Latino comes with a standard 2 year warranty.
Specifications:
Tunable snare string resonating system
• Front: 2.5mm Birch
• Chassis: 8mm Birch
• Dimensions (mm): 460x350x315
! ! ! Important notice : Additional shipping costs apply outside the UK. Please contact us for a quote.
RRP £270 - Currently on offer - Buy it here and get a 10% Discount
Buy a Duende DUO (pro series) - Ref. 1005
The ultimate tool of expression made entirely of Birch. Yet another innovative Duende instrument, this professional quality drum is the first Cajon on the market with two separate isolated sound chambers for bass and treble, providing an amazing sound quality for both the studio and live.
The Duo comes with a standard 2 year warranty.
Specifications:
Adjustable snare tuning system
• Front: Birch
• Chassis: Birch
• Dimensions (mm): 460x300x345
! ! ! Important notice : Additional shipping costs apply outside the UK. Please contact us for a quote.
RRP £335 - Currently on offer - Buy it here and get a 10% Discount
