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Cuica, 8'

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  • DOBANI Nickel Plated Brass Cuica w/ Goatskin Head 8" CUIC


8" x 10 1/2". Nickeled brass with goatskin head. The Cuica is also known as a puita, boi or onca. Cuica, in various forms, are found world-wide. However they are most closely associated with Brazilian Samba music. It is believed that the cuica was used in Africa as a call for the male lion since the sound mimics the roar of the female lioness. So if you have any lions that want to samba- this is the instrument for you. If you are short a lion, you will still enjoy the great sounds that can be derived from the cuica.


Michael S. Rush
Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2022
Very happy with product and service.
Michael Link
Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2019
A great authentic musical instrument ‘ ( traditionally made ) the goat skin head ‘ brings this chromatically Tunable piece tp studio recording quality ‘ ~ my only issue be designed as a marching support instrument ‘ or solo musician ‘ I will have to make a stand to add color as a multi instrument standing musician
Joseph L. Barbeito
Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2017
The sound of Bossa Nova....Love it
Edwin Cortes
Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2014
excelent