Yucca Didgeridoo Comparison: 7 Instruments by Myke Gomezmaicas

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These 7 yucca didgeridoos may all look similar, but each one plays totally different has a unique resulting sound. In this video we play the same rhythm on each one so you can see how they compare. All 7 of these instruments were crafted by Myke Gomezmaicas​ in California. We have been working with Myke for many years now and selling his instruments because his craftsmanship is of the highest quality. These are epoxy-coated yucca didgeridoos with custom fitted wooden mouthpieces. You will notice in the video that some of the mouthpieces flare outward while some flare inward. The main difference we have found is that the wider mouthpieces that flare out are better for side players and the thinner mouthpieces are better for straight players. That being said, it is all based on personal preference and you may find your own unique way to play. Check out the difference between each one in the video.

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Question of the day: What are the features you like on the didgeridoos that you play? Do you like them longer or shorter? Do you like them so they play good toots? Do you like them where the vocals can come through? What is your ideal didgeridoo? Share your response in the comments section below. I’m excited to hear what you like to play on.

 

Dimensions of the yucca didgeridoos featured in this video:

Yucca 701
Length: 59″
Bell Diameter: 3 1/2″
Mouthpiece Inner Diameter: 1 1/4″
Mouthpiece Outer Diameter: 2″
Drone Key: C

Yucca 702
Length: 60 1/2″
Bell Diameter: 3 1/2″
Mouthpiece Inner Diameter: 1 1/8″
Mouthpiece Outer Diameter: 2″
Drone Key: C#
Trumpet Key: E

Yucca 703
Length: 52 3/4″
Bell Diameter: 2 7/8″
Mouthpiece Inner Diameter: 1 1/4″
Mouthpiece Outer Diameter: 2 1/4″
Drone Key: D#
Trumpet Key: F

Yucca 704
Length: 61 3/4″
Bell Diameter: 3 5/8″
Mouthpiece Inner Diameter: 1 1/4″
Mouthpiece Outer Diameter: 2 1/8″
Drone Key: C#
Trumpet Key: E

Yucca 705
Length: 56 3/8″
Bell Diameter: 3 1/4″
Mouthpiece Inner Diameter: 1 1/4″
Mouthpiece Outer Diameter: 2″
Drone Key: D
Trumpet Key: F

Yucca 706
Length: 64 1/2″
Bell Diameter: 3 1/8″
Mouthpiece Inner Diameter: 1 1/4″
Mouthpiece Outer Diameter: 2 3/8″
Drone Key: C
Trumpet Key: E

Yucca 707
Length: 60 3/4″
Bell Diameter: 3 3/8″
Mouthpiece Outer Diameter: 1 1/4″
2 1/4″
Drone Key: D
Trumpet Key: F

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AJ Block is the director of Didge Project and is active as a didgeridoo teacher and performer. In addition to didgeridoo, AJ has spent years studying music traditions from all over the world including jazz (trombone and piano), western classical music, Indian Classical Music, guitar and world percussion. AJ has developed a number of programs for Didge Project including The ABCs of Didgeridoo, The Didgeridoo Skills Course, and Circular Breathing Mastery. He is also the author of Didge For Sleep, a didgeridoo learning method designed specifically for people with Sleep Apnea. As a performer AJ is the leader of the Didge Project Music Collective and a member of Dream Seed: A Shamanic Sound Journey. AJ is a founding member of Sacred Arts Research Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of sacred art traditions through education, ritual and study. As a student of spiritual teacher Maestro Manuel Rufino AJ is an active member of the Golden Drum community.