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Into Music Store stocks one of the largest ranges of hand percussion available to buy online in the UK — covering cajons, djembes, bongos, congas, darbukas, and accessories from Meinl, Remo, and Stagg. Whether you're a beginner looking for your first cajon or a professional percussionist seeking a handcrafted Artisan Edition instrument, our team of experienced drummers and percussionists are on hand to help. UK next day delivery available on all orders. Call us on 01507 526517 for expert advice.

Types of Hand Percussion

  • Cajons — a box-shaped percussion instrument played by striking the front face with the hands. The most popular hand percussion instrument for acoustic sessions, singer-songwriter accompaniment, and world music. We stock one of the largest cajon ranges available from a UK independent retailer, spanning Meinl's Headliner, Snarecraft, Woodcraft, Jam, Bass Series, and the extraordinary Artisan Edition — handcrafted instruments with exotic tonewoods that represent the pinnacle of cajon craftsmanship. Stagg cajons also available for those seeking excellent value
  • Djembes — a West African goblet drum played with the hands, producing a wide range of tones from deep bass to sharp slap. Available from Meinl (Travel Series and Jumbo) and the professional Remo Key-Tuned Professional series in 12", 14", and 16" — offering consistent tuning and weather resistance that natural-head djembes can't match
  • Bongos — a pair of small, open-bottomed drums played between the knees or on a stand. Available from Meinl in Journey Series and Headliner Series configurations, from entry-level through to professional wood bongos
  • Congas — tall, narrow-bodied drums played with the hands, central to Afro-Cuban and Latin music. Available as a matched set with basket stands from Meinl
  • Darbukas — a goblet-shaped drum from the Middle East, played with the fingers and palm. Available in aluminium from Stagg in multiple sizes, from compact to full-size
  • Cajon Accessories — including cajon bags and cases from Meinl and Stagg, cajon foot tambourines, knee pad snare taps, and the Meinl Build Your Own Cajon Kit

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Into Music Store stocks one of the largest ranges of hand percussion available to buy online in the UK — from entry-level cajons and djembes through to professional Remo Key-Tuned djembes and the extraordinary Meinl Artisan Edition cajon range, which features handcrafted instruments with exotic tonewoods including Makah Burl, Indian Heartwood, Walnut, Limba, and Brazilian Ironwood. The Artisan Edition is among the finest production cajons available anywhere in the world.

The cajon is the most popular hand percussion instrument for acoustic and singer-songwriter contexts. Meinl's cajon range is one of the most comprehensive available from any UK retailer, spanning from the accessible Headliner and Snarecraft series through the Woodcraft and Jam series to the premium Artisan Edition. Each series offers a distinct step up in tonal refinement, snare response, and craftsmanship — making it straightforward to find the right instrument for your playing level and budget.

For djembes, Remo's Key-Tuned Professional series offers a premium synthetic-head option in 12", 14", and 16" sizes, with the advantage of consistent tuning and weather resistance that natural-head djembes can't match. Meinl's Travel Series and Jumbo djembes offer more accessible options for players at every level.

Bongos, congas, and darbukas complete the range — covering Afro-Cuban, Latin, and Middle Eastern percussion traditions. Cajon accessories including bags, foot tambourines, knee pad snare taps, and the Meinl Build Your Own Cajon Kit are also available for players who want to customise or protect their instrument.

If you're searching for hand percussion for sale in the UK or a drum shop near me with a serious hand percussion range, Into Music Store is one of the UK's leading independent drum and percussion retailers. Our team are experienced drummers and percussionists who can help you find the right instrument for your playing style and context. Shop online at intomusicstore.com with UK next day delivery available, or call 01507 526517 — we also have a showroom in Horncastle, Lincolnshire if you'd like to try instruments in person.

Frequently Asked Questions

Into Music Store stocks one of the largest ranges of hand percussion available from a UK independent retailer — including cajons, djembes, bongos, congas, darbukas, and accessories from Meinl, Remo, and Stagg. Available online with UK next day delivery available — call 01507 526517 for advice.
A cajon is a box-shaped instrument played by striking the front face with the hands — popular for acoustic sessions and singer-songwriter accompaniment. A djembe is a West African goblet drum that produces a wide range of tones from deep bass to sharp slap. Best for acoustic pop and folk: cajon. Best for world music and group drumming: djembe. Available at Into Music Store online with UK next day delivery available.
The Meinl Artisan Edition is Meinl's premium handcrafted cajon range, featuring exotic tonewoods including Makah Burl, Indian Heartwood, Walnut, Limba, and Brazilian Ironwood. It represents the pinnacle of cajon craftsmanship and is among the finest production cajons available anywhere in the world. Available at Into Music Store — one of the UK's leading independent percussion retailers — online with UK next day delivery available. Call 01507 526517 for advice.
The Headliner is Meinl's entry-level cajon range, offering excellent value and the core Meinl cajon sound. The Snarecraft steps up with a more refined snare response and improved tonal character. Best for beginners: Headliner. Best for players who want more snare definition and tonal refinement: Snarecraft. Available at Into Music Store online with UK next day delivery available.
Shop hand percussion online at Into Music Store — one of the UK's leading independent drum and percussion retailers, stocking one of the largest ranges of cajons, djembes, bongos, congas, and darbukas available from a UK independent retailer. UK next day delivery available. Shop at intomusicstore.com or call 01507 526517.