Meinl Percussion Artist Series Shaker, Luis Conte Signature-NOT Made in China-Soft Volume for Recording Sessions and Live Acoustic Shows, 2-Year Warranty, (SH5R) Perfect shaker to play with a Cajon: the delicate, smooth, yet cutting sounds of the Meinl Artist Series shaker was helped conceived by master percussionist, Luis conte. To achieve such a fluid shaker sound, two individual shakers are connected as one to create a well-balanced, Effortless feel when playing. The volume of the artist Series shakers pair excellent with a Cajon Made for live shows and studio recordings: under a microphone, these shakers are a great way to layer your drum set grooves in a live setting (for those of us brave enough to play with one hand), and they blend with any percussion rig. In the studio is where these shakers really shine. They are ideal for recording because of their smooth sounds without obtrusive highs Super soft filling with ABS plastic body: My shaker sound is as smooth as silk is how Luis describes them. The shape and materials allow these shakers to dominate in versatility and musicality. The extra soft filling in the red version makes it ideal for recording Soft volume great for recording: a little Quieter than the other Luis conte shakers, the Red version is excellent for studio use and is great for soft acoustic performances as well. Any drummer or percussionist will find this instrument extremely useful in their music Official two year Meinl Warranty: The artist Series shaker come with a two year manufacturer warranty when purchased from authorized retailers