FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the instruments,
the playing techniques, accessories, stores and service
General questions
Can I purchase the percussion instruments
directly at SCHLAGWERK Percussion?
Where can I listen to the SCHLAGWERK
percussion instruments and where can I test them?
Which microphone is best suited for the
SCHLAGWERK percussion instruments?
Cajones
What is the best way to play the Cajon?
Is it possible to change the sound of
the Cajon?
Why is the playing surface uneven?
Why is the top surface of the Cajon rough?
Can the playing surface of the Cajon
be changed or repaired?
Udu® Drums
What is the best way to play an Udu drum?
Are there any special travel bags for
the Udu drums?
General questions
Can I purchase the
percussion instruments directly at SCHLAGWERK Percussion?
No. The SCHLAGWERK instruments are available only
at music stores and specialty dealers.
Click here to find a selection of music stores and
dealers.
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Where can I listen
to the SCHLAGWERK percussion instruments and where
can I test them?
To get a first impression, you can listen to the sound
examples of the instruments on our website. Click
on the sound examples underneath the product description.
If you like to test the real instrument, you should
contact a music store or a dealer who sell or can
order our instruments.
Click here to find a selection
of music stores and dealers.
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Which microphone is
best suited for the SCHLAGWERK percussion instruments?
We recommend the "AKG Mini Mic C419" for
our instruments (Cajones, frame drums, Udu drums,
log drums).
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Cajones
What is the best way
to play the Cajon?
Sitting on the top of the Cajon, you drum your hand
on the playing surface. Depending on how and where
you beat the Cajon, you can produce different sounds.
Near the upper edge of the playing surface the sound
of the Cajon is high and crisp, further down it sounds
like a bass drum.
If you want to learn how to play the Cajon, we recommend
the excellent
instructional material
for the Cajon.
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Is it possible to change
the sound of the Cajon?
Yes. The sound can be changed slightly by adjusting
the five screws that are placed on the top edge of
the playing surface. However, we recommend keeping
the original adjustment. The snare sound can be tuned
by adjusting the tension device in the floor of the
Cajon. The included screw wrench is attached inside
the sound hole. Don’t tighten the strings too
much! The best snare sound will be achieved with just
slightly tightened strings.
For more information go to our download
area.
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Why is the playing
surface uneven?
UIn order to achieve the best possible snare sound,
the upper edge of the playing surface is not glued
but screwed. The slightly wavy pattern around the
screws is deliberate; it also serves to improve the
snare sound.
For more information go to our download
area.
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Why is the top surface
of the Cajon rough?
e top of the Cajon is equipped with a non-slip coating;
therefore the seat is rougher than the surfaces of
the side parts.
For more information go to our download
area.
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Can the playing surface
of the Cajon be changed or repaired?
Yes. We can replace the playing surface. For this
the Cajon must be sent to the factory. Please contact
us for further information.
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Udu® Drums
What is the best way
to play an Udu drum?
The Udu drums are played by rhythmically opening and
closing the side hole with the palm of the hand. This
produces a deep bass tone, reminiscent of the Indian
tabla. The bass tone is combined with the bright,
stony percussive body sound, created by hitting any
part of the pot with the fingers.
Recommended instructional
material.
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Are there any special
travel bags for the Udu drums?
No. Every musician has his own ideas how to protect
and transport his Udu drum. This ranges from foam
padded drum cases to hard cases.
