This is my first cajon. I was looking for a good cajon for practicing and recording music projects. I used to play a few as well as try a few at a local music store. I chose this cajon based on the audio clips on youtube. I am very pleased with this instrument. Not only does it look beautiful, it also sounds good. Good balance, easy to play. Beautiful subtly audible wooden tone, sweet snare, kick is not heavy, focused. Sounds more like an instrument than a box.
Recorded this cajon also sounds good in a mix with other instruments, with a bass or a classical guitar.