Roland EC10 - Electronic Layered Cajon

Unique and versatile the ELCajon EC-10 allows cajon players to easily enhance their music with layered electronic sounds. To start the EC-10 is an authentic acoustic cajon that sounds great on its own. Whatrs more it has Rolandrs renowned electronic percussion technology built in letting you blend a range of complementary sounds with the cajon voice from traditional percussion like tambourine and shaker to acoustic snare electronic drums sound effects and more. Completely self-contained with battery power and onboard amplification the ELCajon EC-10 puts the dynamic world of hybrid percussion in the hands of every cajon enthusiast.

• Unique hybrid instrument combining an authentic acoustic cajon with Rolandrs electronic percussion technology
• Standard cajon size (50 x 30 x 30 cm) with quality playing surface made of sapele wood
• 30 built-in electronic kits for layering with acoustic cajon sounds
• Each kit includes two independent sounds that can be triggered from the head and edge of the playing surface
• Versatile selection of acoustic and electronic percussion sounds to support a wide range of music styles
• Also includes studio-optimized cajon sounds to enhance the instrumentrs acoustic sound providing additional depth and punch while performing
• Intuitive panel controls for kit selection level control head/edge balance and more
• Integrated amplifier and coaxial speaker
• Up to 12 hours of continuous playing time with six AA-size batteries

A Real Acoustic Cajon and Roland Sound Module in One

Thanks to its compact size and versatility` the cajon has become the most popular instrument for on-the-go percussion` from local jams and street busking to nightclub performances and beyond. With its built-in Roland sound module and independent head and edge sensors` the EC-10 extends the cajon’s organic simplicity to open new dimensions of expression for any musical style. Spice up singer/songwriter and combo gigs with layered tambourine or djembe` add backbeats with an acoustic or TR-808 snare` or bring in some low-end thump with an electronic kick. Studio-optimized cajon sounds are also on hand to enhance the acoustic cajon voice for more depth` dimension` and punch.

Easy to Operate While Performing

The top-mounted sound controls on the EC-10 are designed for quick access and easy operation while playing. Dedicated buttons are used to scroll through sound categories` while neighboring buttons allow you to select a number of variations within a category. After that` just twist the rear-panel Volume knob to control the level of the layered sound` and use the Trigger Balance knob to adjust the balance between the head and edge sounds. You can also tweak the trigger sensitivity for your personal style and touch.

Self-Contained and Battery-Powered

Part of the cajon’s enormous appeal is that it’s self-contained and uncomplicated. While the EC-10 contains high-tech electronics` it fully maintains the organic` go-anywhere vibe that cajon players love. The integrated amp and coaxial speaker provide high-quality sound for keeping up with acoustic guitar amps and other instruments` and six AA batteries deliver up to 12 hours of power for long jams anywhere. There’s also a handy input for playing music from a smartphone or song player at home or on the gig. And because the EC-10 is a true acoustic instrument` you can always turn off the electronics and play it like any regular cajon. On top of that` it even functions as an extra seat in a music room or family space when you’re not playing!

n>SpecificationsPlaying PlateSapele PlywoodResonance BoxMDF (Medium Density Fiberboard)SpeakerCoaxial 16 cm (6.5 inches)Rated Power Output3 WNominal Input LevelMIX IN: -10 dBuLayered Sound Kit Variation30 (Cajon: 10` Percussion: 10` SFX: 10)Layered Sound Contents2 (Head` Edge)ControlsRear Panel
POWER switch
VOLUME knob
TRIGGER BALANCE knob

Top Panel
Sound Group Select button x2
Kit Number Select button x2IndicatorsSound Group
Kit NumberConnectorsELECTRONIC SOUND OUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type
MIX IN jack: Stereo miniature phone type
AC ADAPTOR jackPower SupplyAC adaptor (DC 5.7 V)
Alkaline battery (AA` LR6) x 6Current Draw250 mAExpected battery life under continuous useNormal use: Approx. 12 hours
Maximum load use: Approx. 6 hours
* These can vary depending on the specifications of the batteries` capacity of the batteries` and the conditions of use.AccessoriesOwner's manual
Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY"
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