Meinl Bongo Cajon Box Drum
- Bongo cajon with high and low pitched areas
- No snares, Peruvian style
- Hardwood body, Siam oak and catalpa listed
- 2 year warranty
- 3 pounds, 15.75 x 7.25 x 6.75 inches
- Silicone rubber feet against slipping
Last refreshed Oct 2, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact box drum that plays on the lap like bongos while keeping a woody cajon tone. It has no snares, and the material listing names three different woods.
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ASIN: B000GDNXIWModel: BCA1SNT-MCategory: Cajons
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Overview
A living room jam session or a gig bag is the place for this small box drum, which has high and low pitched playing areas like a bongo. Hands strike the surface, and the shape lets a player sit with it on the lap. Small silicone rubber feet are fitted.
The reason to buy is a cajon voice from a portable drum you can play on your lap. The limit is that it has no snares, so it will not give the buzzing rattle of a snared cajon, and the wood is described inconsistently.
Who it's for
Hand percussionists who play on the couch, at campfires or in small settings will use the lap-ready size. A drummer needing a snare rattle or a bass-heavy seat cajon should choose a different design.
Pros and cons
- Two pitch areas
- Plays comfortably on the lap
- Warm, woody tone
- Rubber feet protect surfaces
- Wood type listed three ways
- Small body limits low end
Performance notes
Playing areas at different positions give a high pitch and a low pitch, similar to a pair of bongos. The traditional Peruvian build without snares produces a clean, warm tone. The listing says the sound is not limited by size.
Specifications
| Brand | Percussion |
|---|---|
| Model | BCA1SNT-M |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Dimensions | 15.75 x 7.25 x 6.75 inches |
| Weight | 3 pounds |
| Construction & materials | |
| Finish Type | Brushes, Super Natural |
| Body Material | Siam oak |
| Material | Catalpa wood |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Bongo cajon |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 2 years |
| Other details | |
| Item Type Name | Bongo cajon box drum |
| Sound Profile | Warm and woody, distinct high and low pitches |
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Meinl bongo cajon have snares?
No. The description says it is built in the traditional Peruvian style without any snares.
Where is the Meinl BCA1SNT-M made?
The title says not made in China. The listing does not name a country.
How do I play the Meinl bongo cajon?
With your hands. The description says the design lets you play from the lap as you would with actual bongo drums.
Does it slip on smooth surfaces?
Small silicone rubber feet are included to keep it from slipping.