Gappu NSX 01
Gappu NSX 01
Indiaβs first electric cajon.
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Adjustable Snare System
Amplified Sound
Electric and Acoustic
Durable Build
Warranty Details
Warranty Details
Limited 6 month warranty
Contact support@gappu.co for further details
Specifications & Box Contents
Specifications & Box Contents
What's in the box?
1 unit NSX01
Dimensions (in): 13 x 13 x 21
Dimensions (cm): 33.02 x 33.02 x 53.34
Weight: 5kg

The Gappu NSX01 redefines what a cajon can be by combining traditional acoustic percussion with modern amplified performance. Designed for musicians who move between intimate acoustic sessions and larger amplified stages, it allows seamless switching between acoustic and electric play.
Featuring a built-in pickup system and adjustable snare control, the NSX01 gives performers the freedom to plug directly into speakers, mixers, or PA systems without sacrificing the organic feel of a real cajon.
Music-grade construction engineered for the rigours of regular live performance. Built to last through every night on the road. Pair it with Gappu's Cajon Bag and take your electric & acoustic prowess to any venue.
Why You'll Love It
- Built-in pickup system for amplified performance
- Switch between acoustic and electric modes instantly
- Adjustable snare for tonal customization
- Reliable music-grade construction for live use
- Ideal for stage, studio, and rehearsal setups
Perfect For
- Live performers
- Worship musicians
- Acoustic bands
- Recording artists
- Professional percussionists
Each Gappu cajon is assembled and finished by hand. This means your instrument has been touched, tested, and cared for by a real person before it reaches you. Slight variations in wood grain, tone character, or finish texture may exist between individual instruments. We consider this a feature of handcrafted work, not a flaw. It's what separates a Gappu from something that came off a conveyor belt.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the Gappu NSX01 Cajon, and what makes it unique?
What is the Gappu NSX01 Cajon, and what makes it unique?
The Gappu NSX01 is India's first electric cajon: a full-size cajon with a factory-fitted internal pickup
system that enables direct amplified output. It plays as a complete acoustic instrument when unplugged and connects directly to any PA system, powered speaker, mixer, or amplifier via a standard jack cable when amplification is needed. No separate microphone, pre-amp, or external pickup required! It's all built in.
Can I connect the NSX01 directly to a speaker, PA system, or amplifier?
Can I connect the NSX01 directly to a speaker, PA system, or amplifier?
Yes. The NSX01 has a built-in standard jack output that connects directly to PA systems, powered monitors, amplifiers, and mixing desks with a standard instrument cable. Plug in and play - no additional hardware needed. This makes it significantly easier to set up for live amplified performance than running a microphone to a standard acoustic cajon.
Does the NSX01 require a separate microphone or pickup to be amplified?
Does the NSX01 require a separate microphone or pickup to be amplified?
No. The NSX01 has a factory-fitted internal pickup, the microphone is already inside the instrument. A standard instrument cable from the jack output to your PA or amplifier is everything you need. This is the core practical advantage of the NSX01 over using a standard cajon with an external microphone: fewer cables, fewer setup variables, more consistent live sound.
Does the NSX01 work without electricity? Can I use it as a regular cajon?
Does the NSX01 work without electricity? Can I use it as a regular cajon?
Absolutely. The NSX01 is a fully functional acoustic cajon when unplugged. The pickup system adds
amplification capability without changing the instrument's acoustic character or requiring any power source for acoustic use. Practice acoustically at home; plug in for performance. The same instrument does both.
Can professionals use the NSX01 for live gigs?
Can professionals use the NSX01 for live gigs?
Yes. The NSX01 is designed specifically for professional live environments where amplification is
essential: worship band setups, acoustic band concerts, festival stages, corporate events, and rehearsal studios where running a separate microphone isn't practical. Its direct-output capability reduces stage complexity and eliminates mic placement variables from the equation.
Customer Reviews
The cajon has a rich bass, crisp snare, and solid build quality. Perfect for beginners and professionals alike.
Great sound quality and very comfortable to play. Totally worth it!
Amazing sound, great build, and totally worth the purchase. Highly recommended!
Both beginners and advanced players will appreciate this cajon.
Edges are rounded wellβvery comfortable.