Dubravko Lapaine & Danka Tišljar, Manufacturers of "Duende" didgeridoos

Here's something I've never done until now, but to open the subject: For comparison, we can compare the world of didgeridoo manufacturers to the world of automobiles. By this I mean that in the case of a car, we find all kinds of brands, finishes, power for ultimately the same goal of transporting us from point A to point B. However, you are all d I agree that comfort is not the same in a two-horse car or in a Ferrari... Well the didgeridoo is the same thing, the purpose is the same: to be able to transcribe a vibration. To date, after 20 years of playing, hundreds of didgeridoos tested and meeting many manufacturers, I can give you my perspective. If I had to place one type of didgeridoo in place of the Ferrari it would be the Duende didgeridoos by Dubravko Lapaine. To fully understand the characteristics of a didgeridoo and therefore be a good maker, you must first of all be a good player.

You see what I mean. Dubravko is recognized as the best technician in the world. he has such high standards for himself that it shows in his production. Why do I think Duendes are the best didgeridoos you can find? It can't be summed up in a single sentence, but it starts with the drilling manufacturing process that Dubravko has mastered to perfection. No cutting or gluing for ultimately better control of dimensions. Imagine drilling straight over a length of more than 2 m... This continues with the type of wood used. This time again Dubravko leaves nothing to chance, he uses the densest wood species we can find. This aims to contain vibration as much as possible and provide a wealth of harmonics and exceptional playability. But this has a downside... the sharpening of the tools which you have to do constantly and therefore an enormous amount of work time... We continue with the internal configurations of the air columns. Again Dubrako has developed these own configurations over the years and his concerts. Because above all he makes his own instruments seeking a compromise between the finesse of sounds and technicality. In the execution of all game techniques and sounds.

We now move on to finishing the instruments, both inside and out. Because a beautiful paint job on a car immediately has an effect, the same goes for the didgeridoo. By this I mean that each Duende is truly unique. These are real collector's items. If you have ever held a Duende in your hands you will understand what I am telling you. Inlay, engraving, pyrography and so on, all these techniques add enormous added value and bring the instrument to life. I hope that through these words you will understand the value of Duende didgeridoos. So yes the Duendes are not cheap but I think that after what I have just written it allows you to understand the extreme value of its instruments. Just like a Ferrari, it is a treasure that we offer ourselves for the ultimate passion. Unique know-how, for a unique design, playability and finish!