ACK-Knowledge DAN02
My comments: Via Didgeridoo passion I am always on the lookout for new Australian manufacturers and today I am happy to be able to promote the work of Dan Ackland. Dan is in the first years of manufacturing and I can say that these beginnings are promising!
My name is Dan Ackland, and I create didgeridoos under the brand ACK-Knowledge Didgeridoos. To ensure quality and durability, my didgeridoos are sealed inside and out with food-safe epoxy resin, finished with either a high gloss sealant or, in some cases, a semi-gloss food-safe wax coating. Throughout this journey, I’ve been fortunate to receive guidance from many experienced crafters across Australia, whose insights have helped me hone my skills. Each new didgeridoo I create is a chance to grow as a maker, and I’m thrilled to share my passion with others who appreciate the beauty of this art form!
- Instrument guaranteed for 1 year
- Shipping costs are free! (only for France)
- Didgeridoo Passion also offers you the carrying case
Classification
This scale is the result of an air column/bell start ratio If we divide the diameter of the bell with that of the beginning of the air column we get a number between 1.5 and 3.5. We can classify all the didgeridoos in 4 large families. Each family groups the instruments with a similar character, simply based on the overall shape of the air column (conical/cylindrical) and on the diameter of the column (wide/narrow). The result is a simple and very reliable reading grid, making it easier to search and purchase on line.
The diameters are measured with a caliper, start of the air column after the mouthpîece. This ratio is very reliable for a didg having a air column with a 'smooth' internal work, in the case of a hollowed eucalyptus instrument it give an approach of the instrumental character.

ACK-Knowledge
My name is Dan Ackland, and I create didgeridoos under the brand ACK-Knowledge Didgeridoos. After a stint in the army, I stumbled upon a small travel didgeridoo in a shop in central Queensland. It gathered dust for a couple of years until one day, during a bit of a mental health slump, I decided to pick it up and practice. That moment ignited my passion for this incredible instrument. My journey began with a DIY PVC pipe didgeridoo, which was a fun experiment.
From there, I ventured into using bamboo, and eventually, I received a blank log for my birthday, marking the true beginning of my obsession. Although I’m still relatively new to the craft, I’ve discovered many effective methods, including handcrafting hardwood mouthpieces from acacia and rosewood. I’ve also crafted didgeridoos from boxwood and ironbark, and I’m excited about the prospect of working with other Australian termite-hollowed eucalyptus in the future.
To ensure quality and durability, my didgeridoos are sealed inside and out with food-safe epoxy resin, finished with either a high gloss sealant or, in some cases, a semi-gloss food-safe wax coating. Throughout this journey, I’ve been fortunate to receive guidance from many experienced crafters across Australia, whose insights have helped me hone my skills. Each new didgeridoo I create is a chance to grow as a maker, and I’m thrilled to share my passion with others who appreciate the beauty of this art form!