Gon Bops
The Gon Bops legend began in 1954 California when Mexican-American Mariano Bobadilla (born in Guadalajara) – who would go on to become one of the most highly-regarded conga builders in the percussion industry – started designing and building Conga and Bongo drums. A band instrument repairman and professional trumpet player, Bobadilla launched Gon Bops in his father’s old wooden garage in a downtown Los Angeles neighborhood. He chose the name Gon Bops because “Gon” was one of the colloquial expressions of the time, as in, “everything is gone, man” – and “Bops” because his friends nicknamed him Bob, which sounded like “Bop” in the Latino dialect.
Commuter Foldable Cajon
Introducing the Commuter, a great-sounding, fully-collapsible Cajon that fits smartly into a backpack for transport to gigs, rehearsals and sessions. Ideal for urban musicians who commute by bike, public transportation or small vehicle, the Commuter also fits easily into overhead luggage compartments for frequent flyers. Diagonally placed internal guitar strings provide authentic Flamenco tones, while deep resonant chamber offers loud, tight bass.
Tumbao Pro Cajon
Smartly finished in Burnt-Toast-Burst, a Maple front panel and internal snare wire design provide plenty of high-end pop without sacrificing low end response. Flamenco tones are a snap to achieve! The front panel is also easily adjustable by varying screw tension. Manufactured to the highest standard of quality percussionists have come to expect from Gon Bops, Tumbao Pro Cajons include a FREE premium gig bag!
Gon Bops Tumbao Pro Cajon w Bag (Out Of Stock)
SGD285.00
Smartly finished in Burnt-Toast-Burst, a Maple front panel and internal snare wire design provide plenty of high-end pop without sacrificing low end response. Flamenco tones are a snap to achieve! The front panel is also easily adjustable by varying screw tension. Manufactured to the highest standard of quality percussionists have come to expect from Gon Bops, Tumbao Pro Cajons include a FREE premium gig bag!
Daniel de los Reyes Cajon
Gon Bops introduces the Daniel de los Reyes signature Cajon, crafted from choice poplar wood selected for its warm resonance, and internal wires perfectly positioned to deliver rootsy-sounding snare sounds. Anyone playing country, roots, Americana, rock & roll, or really any style of music, will love this new instrument for its warmth and organic tones. It’s a very easy Cajon to play and sound great on. And with its distressed, reclaimed wood finish, it looks amazing on stage! Includes FREE gig bag.
On Sale
On Sale
Gon Bops Daniel de los Reyes Signature Cajon w Bag (SDS April Promo)
SGD320.00
SGD199.00
Gon Bops introduces the Daniel de los Reyes signature Cajon, crafted from choice poplar wood selected for its warm resonance, and internal wires perfectly positioned to deliver rootsy-sounding snare sounds. Anyone playing country, roots, Americana, rock & roll, or really any style of music, will love this new instrument for its warmth and organic tones. It’s a very easy Cajon to play and sound great on. And with its distressed, reclaimed wood finish, it looks amazing on stage! Includes FREE gig bag.
Peru Collections
These Cajons are handmade in the legendary Gon Bops Peru Factory. Peru is the originator of Cajons and Gon Bops Peru Cajons are simply the best money can buy.
Flamenco Cajon
An authentic Spanish Flamenco Cajon crafted from lightweight wood and featuring internal guitar string wires. To keep the wood as light as possible while maintaining strength, a wide wood brace is used. As a result, the tone is pure Flamenco! Each Cajon is meticulously handcrafted and tested in our Gon Bops Peruvian shop by skilled artisans. Includes a seat pad and FREE gig bag.
Alex Acuna Special Edition Cajon
This gorgeous instrument is also one of the best-sounding Cajons available anywhere! Deep, resonant bass tones are awe-inspiring, and playing closer to the corners results in some truly sublime effects as the minimalist guitar string wires -- configured diagonally across the top corners -- are engaged. More adjustable screws result in greater control over "snap" and resonance. Handmade and meticulously tested in Peru, this amazing instrument also includes a FREE gig bag.
El Toro Cajon
Named after highly-acclaimed percussionist and educator Efrain Toro, the El Toro Cajon looks and sounds exactly as you would expect from Gon Bops: simply amazing! Crafted from solid Peruvian Mohena, the El Toro features inner guitar string wires for authentic Flamenco tones. The angled front contour design delivers an astonishing range of tone: from snappy highs to deep, resonant lows. Hand made and meticulously tested in Peru by skilled artisans, the El Toro also includes a FREE gig bag!
On Sale
On Sale
Gon Bops El Toro Cajon w Bag (SDS April Promo)
SGD380.00
SGD199.00
Named after highly-acclaimed percussionist and educator Efrain Toro, the El Toro Cajon looks and sounds exactly as you would expect from Gon Bops: simply amazing! Crafted from solid Peruvian Mohena, the El Toro features inner guitar string wires for authentic Flamenco tones. The angled front contour design delivers an astonishing range of tone: from snappy highs to deep, resonant lows. Hand made and meticulously tested in Peru by skilled artisans, the El Toro also includes a FREE gig bag!
Mixto Cajon
Blending the Flamenco tradition of Spain with the authentic Folk tradition of Peru, Gon Bops has created a remarkable Cajon that boasts two playable panels. A unique sideways sound port design allows performers to play either the front or back panel...or both. The Flamenco side provides guitar string wires while the traditional side does not. For bigger, tighter bass response, the traditional side features a partially sealed playing panel. The Flamenco side also maximizes bass response with diagonally placed snare wires for reduced snare buzz. Includes a FREE gig bag!
On Sale
On Sale
Gon Bops Mixto Cajon w Bag (Made in Peru) (SDS April Promo)
SGD480.00
SGD250.00
Blending the Flamenco tradition of Spain with the authentic Folk tradition of Peru, Gon Bops has created a remarkable Cajon that boasts two playable panels. A unique sideways sound port design allows performers to play either the front or back panel...or both. The Flamenco side provides guitar string wires while the traditional side does not. For bigger, tighter bass response, the traditional side features a partially sealed playing panel. The Flamenco side also maximizes bass response with diagonally placed snare wires for reduced snare buzz. Includes a FREE gig bag!