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Measuring Drum Heads Sizes 
Dear Question Answerer,
I have recently bought a new drum set and my drummer friend said that i should replace the heads. I have 10/10.5/16.5 diameter …
Custom Drum Shell Art
I am trying to buy a Drum with customized art on the shell. Is there a company that does that kind of work? I want to put my college logo and some other …
What is the value of my Sonor Lite drum set?
I am looking to sell my Sonor lite drums, but i'm not sure of they're worth. I bought them new in 1988,and played them for about 5 years and packed them …
How Long Does It Take to Get Good at Drums?
How long typically does it take a average person to become good at the drums. I have been playing for 3 yrs and sometimes get frustrated with my performance. …
Replacement Drume Heads for Arbiter Flats Lite
Hi, i would like to replace my original Drum Heads on my Arbiter Flats Lite kit(10", 12" and 14" Toms) as there does not seem to be any more adjustment …
Acoustic Drum Triggers Traps A400 kit?
Can acoustic drum triggers be used on a Traps A400 kit? If so? Which would be the best ones suited for it?
ANSWER
Hi, Russ--
I have not heard …
1930's Gretsch Drum Kit
I have a complete set of 1930's Gretsch drums and hardware. How much are these worth 22 in bass drum mother of pearl.
ANSWER
Hi, Mike--
I have …
What Are Drum Power Hoops?
After a bit of looking online, I've come to find out about different flanged hoops and die cast hoops, but several drums are said to have "power hoops" …
What Equipment Do I Need to Amplify My Conga Drums?
What equipment do i need to amplify my conga drums?
ANSWER
Hi, fvincent101--
There are a couple of simple ways to amplify Conga drums:
1) …
Small Drum Mounted in Front of Bass Drum
Forgive my ignorance;
Does the drum (appears to be a snare) positioned on the front of some drummers bass serve a sonic purpose? Is it purely aesthetic? …
What year are my remo roto toms?
How can i tell the year of these remo roto's? I think early to mid 80's any info would be nice. Thank you.
ANSWER
Hi, Doug--
One good way to …
"Metal Bass Drum Hoop Rattle?"
So my bass drum hoops sound like a rainstick??!! It sounds like there are small bits of metal broken off inside and it rolls around when you move it. …
What Drum Kit Should I Buy?
Hey, I've been playing drums for about a year now on my uncle's old Remo kit, and I'm looking for something intermediate, preferably around 500$.
I …
Snare Drum Rolls--Sticking
After watching different videos and reading different articles on playing rudiments i have become confused.On the 5 stroke one shows RR LL R RR LL R …
Is GP a good drum set?
I am a beginner and do not want to spend a fortune on a drum set. There is a local pawn shop near me with a drum set for sale it is a GP brand.
…
Concave Bottom on Snare Drum
Hello,
I am thinking about buy a used and in ( very good) condition Pearl export Snare drum and the guy wants $55.00 for it. I have seen and played it, …
Can u tell the color of drums by their serial numbers?
I recently bought a Tama superstar custom sk drum set; used. I'm having a really hard time trying to figure What color they are. I think its the gun metal …
Should I play drums left handed or right handed?
Bet there are not 5 drummers on the planet like me.
I'm left-handed, but play basically right-handed, but start rolls/fills with left hand. Two hanging …
1960's sonor drum lug rods and lugs.
hi..recently pulled an old Sonor Satin Flame kit out
of storage; but having a difficult time with some of
the lug rods threading the lugs..this kit …
Arbiter Flats Pro
I am looking for a place to get replacement parts for the Arbiter Flats Pro 22" kick. The plastic bracket that is attached to the drum and holds the spur/leg …
YAMAHA Power V Special--What Type of Wood?
I have a YAMAHA Power V Special which was purchased in 1992. How can I find out what kind of wood it is? I attached a pic.
Thanks in Advance!
Gene …
uncomfortable practice space.
I have two practice spaces. One at home and one where the band practices. Why is it that when I'm home I can play virtuously flawless and more fluid. But …
Pdp combo rack & PDP X7 Kit
I plan on purchasing the pdp combo rack (http://www.guitarcenter.com/PDP-Chrome-Plated-Main-and-Side-Drum-Rack-Package-103037446-i1138471.gc) and the PDP …
Fast Crash vs Regular Crash Cymbals
what is the difference between fast crashes and regular crashes? which one would be better?
ANSWER
Hi, Aron--
Fast crashes are thinner, lighter …
Holes in Snare Drum Head
Ok so i get a bit too exited when playing drums with the band and made a few holes in my snare as well as on of the toms. Is it necessary to change batter …
The "Connecticut Halftime"
Sorry, I am still having problems understanding the information that I received about the above mentioned solo. Is there anyone kind enough to work with …
Which drums should I buy??
I am 46yrs old and I want to start drumming.
So many brands, so many price ranges,I don't want to buy a cheap beginner kit, I'd rather buy a kit I can …
Star, Supreme and Tama
PLEASE!!!!!
I have an old set of Supreme drums which I enjoy very much. Probably from the sixties. Through a bit of research, I read that Supreme …
Installing Mesh Drum Heads on Pearl Rhythm Traveler Drum Set
We just purchased an Pearl Rythum Traveler drum set for our son.
It came with mufler drum heads.
Where and how do you install the mufflers.
Thank you,Millie …
Pearl Export Drum Kit--What KInd of Wood?
what kind of wood and how many ply are early 1990s pearl exports?
ANSWER
Hi, Cody--
If these drums were made before 1994, these drums are most …
What year is my Gretsch Renown maple drum set.?
I have a used Gretsch Renown maple drum set.Can't tell what year model it is.I've not seen another like it .Its a smokey gray wood grain with a lacquer …
Ludwig Drum Badge 1969
Hi,
I'm restoring a 14 inch Ludwig Club Date floor tom, with the date Jan. 20, 1969
stamped inside. It's missing a badge, and I'd like to replace it …
Which Drums Should I Buy?
There are many opinions out there and I have little experience with the technical aspect of drums, up to now it has been about look and name. I am one …
What is a Gretsch 4 Piece Renown Drum Kit Worth?
My husband recently passed away and he left a 4 piece set of Gretsch Renown Maple drums in black. I cannot find this set on any of the websites and was …
What type of Yamaha drum kit do I have?
My acoustic drum kit is made by Yamaha but i am struggling to identify the type of kit it is, ie the name, the model & the serial numbers on the drums …
Three Bass Drums
why do some drummers put smaller bass drum in front of their big bass drum, also what is it called if it has a name and what does it do.
ANSWER
…
Any tips for my playing?..
Hi Lynne,
I've been playing for 10 months now self-taught and I was wondering if you could look at my YouTube channel and give me any suggestions on …
Hearing Protection During Gigs
Can you recommend a good product that will give adequate hearing protection during gigs? Have been using a combination of Silencio's in one ear and one …
Can I Identify my Drum Set by Serial Number?
i bought a tama superstar kit and wanted to know the exact one i purchased..(bought it used) is there a way i can run the serial #'s to get that info.. …
Controlling Drum Volume While Playing Live
Hi I was wondering if when your mic your drums does that mean u can just turn the volume down on the mixing board and then u can hit harder and not worry …
Where can I find pearl drum lug replacements?
Hi,I have a pearl 80' blk pro all birch kit,but I can't find the replacement full lenght lugs 12",13' and 24" bass drum.Search the internet but can't find …
Bringing the Band Down
How do I teach my new drummer to snap the band down?
Are there any good youtube examples?
As in: "Alright band, bring it down". The drummer does the …
What Drum Notation Software is Compatable with Alesis Trigger IO?
I have an acoustic drum set with triggers mounted. I also have an Alesis Trigger IO usb/MIDI interface. I have the IO running to a mac computer using …
Tulio De Luxe Drums Made in England
I recently bought a pair of Vintage TULIO DE LUXE Drums that were made in England. I have searched for information about them but I have been unsuccessful. …
vintage drums?
I have a set of drums and i do not no what brand they are. The drum heads read King's Stone plastic drum heads made in U.S.A. on them, but there is no …
Storing Drums--is Cold Bad?
I have my drum kit in my garage and i have noticed that the hi hat and cymbals are sounding really different and i have noticed the change in the toms …
BASS DRUM MUFFLER
HI,
WHAT IS THE BEST BASS DRUM MUFFLER ON THE MARKET TODAY.I HAVE TRIED THEM ALL INCLUDING PRE MUFFLED BASS DRUM HEADS AND I CAN'T SEEM TO FIND WHAT …
Can a Right Handed Double Bass Pedal be Switched to Left Handed?
I play left-handed. And I was wondering if its possible to switch a right footed double bass pedal to a left footed? How much trouble would that be?
…
Counting Drum Music2
i hope this time i got it right
ANSWER
Mike--
OK I tried to write in the counting for you. The mistake that you are making is that the QUARTER …
Counting Drum Music
I am going to send aa last measure of a bar of music im trying to read the last measure. it all in 4/4 timing. I get some of it as
1 and a 2and 3 and …
Pearl Export 2001 drum shells--what kind of wood?
I have a 2001 pearl export series drum set. Can you tell me what kind of wood the shells are made of?
ANSWER
From what I can tell, the 2001 series …
Bongo Drum replacement heads
What part of the bongo do you measure in order to buy the correct size replacement head ?
ANSWER
Hi, Mark--
Measure from the outside edge of …
Index Finger Hurts While Playing Drums!
Ok so the index finger on my right hand, which is the hand I use to hit the hi-hat, has a lot of callouses from playing so much. I've only been playing …
Can you use a tom head as a snare head?
can you use if you have to.. a tom head for a snare head? our drummer says you can i dont think you can.. wouldn't it alter the sound of the snare? …
Moving Around the Drum Kit
When i do fast fills i find it difficult to move from drum to drum (eg. snare to floor tom or from the floor tom to the higher tom). speed is not the issue …
On Stage Nerves? First Drumming Gig!
I have my first gig coming up soon and I'm scared that I'm just going to be too nervous to perform. That I'm going to start freezing up or my palms are …
Which New Drum Set Should I Buy?
Hi,
I am looking a buying a new drum kit (around £700/$1000).
I was looking at the mapex pro m which looked very nice and good value, but i heard …
Drum Recording
Hey,
I'm trying to record drum videos with my normal flip camera but the sound quality is horrible. Do you know a mic that is kind of all purpose and …
Hawk Drums
My 12 year old son has saved his money to buy a drum set. I want him to get a good sturdy set like Gretsch or Tama, but he has found a 7 piece set by Hawk …
Pearl Joey Jordison Signature snare...
In reading descriptions about this drum, the model #'s JJ-1365 and JJ-1355 seem to intermingle. I'd asked the seller (on an auction sight) about the …
What is the Best Way to Set Up a Bass Drum Trigger?
I was wondering what the best way to setup your bass drum when using a trigger? cause when i do a medium - slow double bass beat i get like a triplet in …
Sound Percussion--Good Quality?
Is sound percussion a good drum set brand?
ANSWER
Hi, Jake--
Sound Percussion drums are a budget series made by DW drums. I would expect them …
What is the difference between a Shell Pack and a Drum Set?
What is the difference between a Shell Pack and a Drum set?
ANSWER
Hi, Sarah--
A drum kit comes with stands and sometimes cymbals. The shell …
How to Position a Double Bass Pedal?
Hi, I have a ludwig drum kit and my toms are mounted to the bass drum.
I want to start playing with a double bass drum pedal but it seems that my kit …
What type of wood is best for drums?
I'm buying a drumset. It's my first. What type of wood is best for me? What type of wood does (or is good for) what? Is one particular wood better for …
About Tama Iron Cobra Chrome Double Bass Pedal
I wanted to sell my Tama Iron Cobra Chrome Double Bass Pedal and after researching my particular pedal I found out that Tama discontinued my model and …
Roland HD-1 Lite
I have a Roland HD-1 Lite kit for practicing in my apartment. It was the perfect price and size for my needs, but I absolutely hated the Kick Drum foot …
Drummer Under Plexiglass shield
I have been to numerous concerts and have seen the drum kit surrounded by plexi-glass. At a recent Rod Stewart concert the glass went over the top of the …
Can you use a regular double bass pedal on electronic drums?
Can you use a normal double kick on a set of electric drums?
ANSWER
Yes, you CAN, provided that your bass trigger pad is designed to accommodate …
Best Wood to Make Drums
What is the best wood to make a drum kit out of?
ANSWER
Hi, Sean--
There are several kinds of wood that meet the requirements for making a …
Parts of a Drum Set
How do you read tabs for drums if you don't know what some of the parts of your drums are called?
ANSWER
Hi, Devon--
The best thing to do …
drum kit price
I want to sell my acoustic kit for an electric kit. i got my kit in 1998. i was wondering how much it would sell for
ANSWER
Seth--sorry, without …
Benson Staffordshire Snare Drum
I have been asked to buy a benson staffordshire snare drum for 200 euro, i have not heard of this drum, can you give me info on it, thanks Michael.
…
Sonor Drum Kit
I'm going to purchase a double bass drum kit.
its a Sonor kit: two bass drums;four mounted toms;
one floor tom; a snare drum; two boom stands; snare …
Buying a Drum Kit
I am a first time buyer and beginner drum player. I have absolutely no experience,(we all have to start somewhere). I am looking at a drum kit but I am …
Tama Superstar Drums--What kind of shells do I have?
I have an older Tama Superstar natural finish kit but don't know what type of wood is used. Inside the shell is an "S" stamp. Any help is appreciated, …
Which Drum Kit?
What type of drum set can I use for recording and for playing live on stage? I have a Pearl Export series drum set. Is that type of drum set good for …
How Can I Make Homemade Drum Mufflers? 
I have remo ring dampeners but i dont want to take them to school, and i dont want to buy new ones. Whats the best way to make free, equally effective …
Help--Double Bass Pedal or Two Bass Drums?
I'm just wondering which is better to use for metal drumming, two bass drums or a double bass pedal?
ANSWER:
Hi, Wade--
In my opinion, the double …
How do you do a steady blast beat without tiring?
How can i do a blast beat with out getting tired so fast?
ANSWER
Hi, Chris--
Of course, it depends on the PARTICULAR "blast" beat that you are …
Confusion Not rated yet
Good morning, I have just started learning drumming and have come up against notation which I do not understand or was not explained on the course. …
Floor tom brackets Not rated yet
How interchangeable are floor tom brackets? I know little to nothing about drums and my nephews floor tom bracket screws are stripped and the bracket needs …
(How) Does MIDI to USB work (Electronic Drums)? Not rated yet
I am trying to use the MIDI function on my drumset, but I don't have a MIDI interface. I researched this, and I found out that I can buy a cable that has …
POW WOW DRUM Not rated yet
What type of drum would make that nice deep bass pow wow drum sound for sitting outside around a fire?,…
Changing front kick drum head. Not rated yet
Hi my kit has a fan like front kick drum head, is it possible to replace this with a proper skin.? Thank,s ...
Brian.
Icebell finger strike or mallet strike Not rated yet
My question has to do with using an Icebell cymbal (for instance an LP 9" Icebell) and whether it would respond with just a finger strike or perhaps a …
Live Performance Drum Miking Not rated yet
Greetings,
I have 6 mics on my drum set. I run them through a Mackie ProFXv2 12 channel mixer.
The 6 mics are placed on the Kick, Snare, Hi-Hats, 2 …
Second Crash Questions Not rated yet
I have a I Series Crash 16 Zildjian and I am looking for a second Crash cymbal that would compliment that. What would you recommend?
snare drum age Not rated yet
I have recently aquired a Ludwig Supraphonic, 6-1/2 x 14", Chrome, 10 lug snare drum. The serial number is 7 digits - "1846135". I believe it is …
Slingerland rock kit Not rated yet
I’m trying to restore my dad’s 1970s Slingerland rock kit. Has a 14 X24 bass drum and a set-o-matic double Tom holder. If I set up the kit with the Tom …
What is Poplar? Not rated yet
I saw some TAMA ROCKSTAR drum's on Reverb and they had Poplar shell's. What's Poplar ❓🤔
One head or two Not rated yet
I'm toying with the idea of removing the bottom head on all my drums (except snare). I have a small rehearsal room & neighbours are close by. Will this …
CHOOSE A DRUM SET Not rated yet
HI,I JUST WANT TO GET A ELECTRIC DRUM SET,THERE IS TOO MANY DIFFERENT DRUM SET .I CHECKED MOST OF THEM,I JUST WANT TO HELP ME TO CHOOSE RIGHT ONE.
WHAT …
Gretsch 1980s tom bracket Not rated yet
Hi I’m installing a c.1980s Gretsch tom bracket to my drum. I know that Gretsch factory fitted these quite high up on drum. I’m aware that the space between …
Handicap playing Not rated yet
A friend of mine had an accident five years ago and he is now paralyzed from the waist down. He used to be a drummer and he would like to play the drums …
XLR cords for drum microphones Not rated yet
Hi,
Can you tell me the best XLR cords for use on drum mics for live performance?
Thank you,
Mike Puccetti
Multiple tom tuing Not rated yet
With a drumset with 8 toms,how many octaves could you achieve.
Choice Not rated yet
Would you rather go with a Mapex Pro M or a custon made drum with Keller maple shell. They're both the same price. I need help making a choice, and can …
Which drum skins to replace the ones on Arbiter flats lite Not rated yet
My granddaughter has been given a set of Arbiter Flats Lite. We were wanting to replace the skins. Could you advise which are the correct ones to use please. …
Drum sizes Europe and U.S.A Not rated yet
Have the chance to buy Gretsch catalina kit that is now discontinued. Seller says sizes are earlier U.S. Sizes and are different to standard European sizes. …
Need help with a fill please. Not rated yet
In the REO Speedwagon song “Roll with the Changes” Alan Gratzer plays a four bar fill after the guitar solo at 4:40 in the song. I cannot figure out what …
Help me identify my drum kit! Not rated yet
Hello everyone I'm new here, anyways I'm going to by my first drum kit I've got two kits to decide on which to buy. But the problem is neither of the kits …
Drum head advice. Not rated yet
I am looking to replace a 24in marching bass head that i busted through over the weekend. Understand that i have no background in drumming and know almost …
Which Cymbals are Better for a Beginner to Intermediate Drummer Not rated yet
Im debating on which cymbals i should get next, i currently play on Meinl HCS which i in fact like, all tho people do say they are bad, i dont mind the …
Purchasing a drum set and a snare drum Not rated yet
Hi,
I just googled "drum questions" and this was one of the first link, but anyways...
I'm planning on purchasing a Tama Swingstar (Cherry Red - …
Drum Noatation Software Not rated yet
Is it possible to produce drum notation by playing it
e.g. software that will write out what I'm playing
I have a competition and the judges want a …
Drum Tab Key Not rated yet
I purchased a drum tab for Brooks and Dunn, My Maria.Would you explain the symbol drum key legends as they seem to be different than what i am accustom …
Split Resonant Head--What effect on sound of Tom Tom? Not rated yet
My Tom Tom is split and i was wondering if this effects the playability of it its split on the bottom skin.
ANSWER
Hi, Tyler--
The answer is …
Tama superstar serial # Not rated yet
I just purchased some le blonde cases, and inside were four tama drums, one in each case. 22" kik; 13 & 14" rack toms and a 16" floor tom. Serial # all …
Searching for a Hand Drum used by Mick Fleetwood Not rated yet
Many Many moons ago I was at a Fleetwood Mac concert. Mick Fleetwood did a drum solo with some kind of hand held timpani. I have been looking to get …
Which drum set is recommended for a beginner on a budget? Not rated yet
A few months back me and my friend bought a beat up drum set in craigslist for $60 dollars cause we wanted to make a band.
I play guitar and I thought …
Drummers Survival Kit--What are Snare Cords? Not rated yet
What are snare cords?
ANSWER
Hi, Don--
Are you a new drummer or a friend of a drummer? The reason I ask is because most drummers are familiar …
Snare comparison Not rated yet
I am searching for a deep tone snare drum. Would like to know the difference in tone with a 8x14 rosewood compared to an 8x14 maple. Thanks..
ANSWER …
Drummer's Dilemma--Play With a Drum Machine? Not rated yet
I am currently working with a local group that was formed about a year ago. They asked me to come and play and learn all their material which is fine. …
How can I improve my kick drum technique? Not rated yet
I do a lot of rudimentary work in snare drumming.. basic rudiments with accents, subdivisions, flams, subdivided flams in different spots throughout the …
Which Electronic Drums Should I Buy? Not rated yet
My boyfriend has played the drums for years, he had a full drum set at our old residence, which was a big place, and he could practice all he wanted. As …
What's the best place to set up a drum set? Not rated yet
We are getting our 9 yr old a drum set for Christmas, and not sure about where to set it up. We have an unfinished basement that stays cool year round …
Drum kit Not rated yet
My husband loves drums and plays his brothers when he goes to see him. I would like to buy him a set but not expensive.
Can anyone help with this. …
Drum Tab--Fade to Black Not rated yet
Can someone provide me with single base tab for the end section of FADE TO BLACK by METALICA asap?
ANSWER
Hi, Agwam--
You can order that tab …
What type of drums are these? Not rated yet
I have a pair of dark brown and cream animal skin drums. They resemble the Ashiko style drums. Can anyone shed any light on this from the attached photo? …
Best Studio-Quality Drum Heads for Rotary Toms Not rated yet
what are the best drum heads to put on rotary toms?
ANSWER
Hi, Mark--
The Remo Clear Pinstripe heads are good with rotary toms. They are 2 ply, …
Can I use batterhead on resonant side of snare drum? Not rated yet
If you use a batter head on the snare side, how much different would it sound? I am looking for something a little funky or different.
ANSWER
…
How Can I Clean a Marching Bass Drum? Not rated yet
I'm wondering what type of cleaner should be used to clean and to wax and polish marching bass drums.
ANSWER
The most important thing in cleaning …
Tama Swingstar Snare Drum - Red Badge from the 80s Not rated yet
I recently found out that I had a Tama Swingstar Steel snare from the 80s. Is it worth putting on new tension rods and heads?
Thanks!
ANSWER
…
How Does the Gong Bass Drum Depth Affect the Sound? Not rated yet
Being a relatively obscure type of drum, (for those who haven't heard of them they're the single-headed bass drum-type drums that one of AC/DC's drummers …
Rim Mount Drums From the 80's & 90's Not rated yet
What was the name of the drums that came out in the 80's & 90's that had specially made hoops/rims that were pretty innovative for the time. They allowed …
Why Do I Dent My Drum Heads? Not rated yet
Why do i dent my drum heads when I'm not even playing that hard with a normal stick and a g2 coated 10 inch tom?
ANSWER
Hi, Brian--
The most …
How Can I Protect My Drums from Temperature Changes? Not rated yet
I'm planning on putting my set in my detached garage just outside the house. But i live in Oklahoma and the temperature in ALWAYS changing. what is the …
Where Can I Buy A Floor Tom to Match My Set? Not rated yet
Hi --
where would i go if i want to buy another drum tom (i want another floor tom) that matches my drum set? every site i go it doesn't just let me buy …
Pro Bot--Shake Your Blood Drum Part Not rated yet
I'm learning a song by Pro Bot, it's called "shake your blood" dave grohl is the drummer. The songs easy so i hav'nt requested the drum tab for it lynn, …
RE: Mesh heads for Arbiter Lite drums Not rated yet
Anybody know what type of mesh heads will work with the Arbiter Flats lite kit? Tried Hart Dynamics (manufactured by Aquarian), but the metal rim of the …
Sonor Safari 4 piece shell pack--Can I Use a double bass pedal? Not rated yet
i was thinking about getting this kit, but it uses a kick pedal riser..... would i be able to hook up a double pedal. thanks; dave.
ANSWER
Hi, …
How Should I Tune My Conga Drums? Not rated yet
what are the preferred keys to play my congas, in a mostly rock format?
ANSWER
Hi, F VINCENT--
Of course you can tune your congas to any pitch …
Do I need to change bottom tom heads when I change the tops? Not rated yet
Do I need to change bottom tom heads when I change the tops?
ANSWER
Hi, Grant--
It depends on whether your kit is new and you are replacing …
Vintage Ludwig club date tension rods Not rated yet
Hi, I am wondering if there are any manufacturers that are currently making tension rods that are compatible with circa 1965 Ludwig "Club Date" model drums, …
Civil War Drumming--Rolls and Beats Not rated yet
Please tell me about the different beats and rolls used by drummer boys during the civil war. I've looked around a bit.
ANSWER
Hi, Danny-- …
Make a Home Made Cowbell? Not rated yet
Anyway to make a homemade cowbell?
ANSWER
While it is possible to make a cowbell, the materials and the equipment required are very expensive and …
TRUTH Drum Badges Not rated yet
I AM BIDDING ON A TRUTH DRUM KIT ON E BAY THE BADGES ARE NOT THE SAME AS THE NEW KITS DID TRUTH EVER CHANGE THEIR BADGES OR IS THIS GUY TRYING TO BURN …
How Can I Lower My Toms? Not rated yet
I want to start playing the drums (I recently purchased a new kit), however, the 12" and 13" toms are way too high up and separated for my liking. I can't …
[Spare Arbiter Flats Lite Bass Drum leg/spur] Not rated yet
Hi, I've just bought an Arbiter Flats lite drum kit but it's missing its bass drum leg on one side. These kits are now discontinued and I've had …
9 Pc Pearl Drum Set--Help Me Identify It Not rated yet
I have 9pc Pearl Drum Set that I have serial numbers for but have no real clue as to what I have. There is no marking I can find except for it says it …
How To Fix a Cracked Cymbal Not rated yet
Can anyone tell me how to repair a cracked cymbal?
ANSWER
Hi, Ed--
There are a few things that you can do, but be aware that nothing is going …
What is the Best Snare Drum Under $125? Not rated yet
My school needs a new snare for the band but there's a low budget and I cant spend over $125. a few snares I'm considering are the Gretsch Catalina Maple, …
My Hi Hat Keeps Moving Not rated yet
How do i keep my hi-hat from walking away from me while playing? My kit is set up on a carpet and there is a spike on the foot pedal but it still moves. …
1969 5 piece Ludwigs--were lugs smaller on 12" toms? Not rated yet
I have a 1969 5 piece Ludwig set, I noticed the 12 inch tom has smaller lugs than the 13,16, and bass drum, I have a 70's Ludwig set also but all the lugs …
Triplets--Drums--What is the sticking pattern? Not rated yet
How does the sticking go when playing triplets.
Thanks ,Ed
ANSWER
Hi, Ed--
The sticking is alternated--R L R L, …
How do I count a rest note in drum music? Not rated yet
I am just beginning to play the drums. I am struggling to understand how to count a rest in a measure. For example in a 4/4 measure, lets say the first …
What are these Cymbals Worth ? Not rated yet
Hi
i have some cymbals that i dont think suit my drumming style and i dont know how much they are worth. i think one of them maybe could be quite rare …
How Can I Clean Old Drum Heads? Not rated yet
I have a 30 year old set of Ludwig Drums. Is there anything I can use to get old tape and stickers off the part of the drum you hit?
ANSWER …
Pearl Export Deep Series --What Kind of Wood? Not rated yet
I can not find any chart or discriptive of the type of
select wood used on my 1985 Pearl Export 5500 Deep drums. all the data i can find is that they …
Does a Hole in Bass Drum Affect Sound Quality? Not rated yet
I'm thinking of buying a used pearl drum kit for 600.00 it has all hardware and stands and better quality symbols. My only question is they cut out a circle …
Tuning Tom Toms Not rated yet
When tuning tom toms, high tom, mid tom, and low tom does the pitch of the sound go up or down starting with the high tom first?
ANSWER
Hi, Ed-- …
Drum Rolls--How to Play Them Fast Not rated yet
How can i be fast on a snare drum when rolling?
I'm one of the best drummers in Ghana.
ANSWER
Hi, Eugene--
Basically, snare drum rolls are …
Gretsch 16 inch tom with mounting bracket, other mount options? Not rated yet
I have Gretch 16 inch tom, not a floor tom but a good size tom. It does have the Gretsch mounting bracket. When ever I hook it up to a stand it's wobbly. …
Snare Drums--Is Metal or Wood Best? Not rated yet
I am looking to buy a new snare drum. Could you tell me the difference or which is better or more popular wood or metal.
Thanks …
Help Finding Meridian Birch Black Forest Drums Not rated yet
Hi i'm looking for a meridian birch black forest fade 22" bass drum, 14" floor tom and 10" rack tom but i can't find them anywhere. please can you help …
Tama Superstar serial # starting with 83... Not rated yet
Hi there, just wondering if the 83 means the year it came out. The kick says 83, the tom 84. Yes?
ANSWER
Hi, Sergio--
Yes, in general that is …
Can I Use Brass or Steel for12 " 12 lug rims? Not rated yet
hi do you know if anyone has ever made a top and bottom 12 inch 12 lug chrome over brass or steal drum rims the bottom has to be a snare bottom to accommodate …
Recommendation for Electronic Drum Kit Not rated yet
I've been playing Guitar Hero drums for about a year now, i have progressed to expert difficulty. So i have decided that its time for me to be a big boy …
Drum Kits--what does "euro" and "standard" mean? Not rated yet
on gretsch drum what does it mean when they say "euro" or "standard for example in the catalina birch 5 piece euro?
ANSWER
Hi, Stampie--
The …
How Can I Avoid Blisters When Playing Drums? Not rated yet
hey ive been playing drums for about two years now and i still get blisters like crazy. is there something im doing wrong?
ANSWER
Likely you are …
Tips on buying Cymbals and Drum heads Not rated yet
What fairly inexpensive cymbals and drum heads would you recommend me buy? I play a very wide variety of music. Thanks!
ANSWER
Hi, Nick--
…
Reading Drum Tabs Not rated yet
I just downloaded a "drum Tab on Demand" you did Parasite by KISS for me. First of all, thank you very much.
Second how do I read this? This is not …
What Drum Set Should I Buy My Boyfriend for Christmas? Not rated yet
My boyfriend used to play drums in college. I would like to buy him a drum set for Christmas. Have no idea what kind to get. He will probably play here …
Songs for Beginning Drummers Not rated yet
Lynne,
I have a question about songs that would be good for beginning drummers to learn. My friend's son is a beginning drummer and I am going to visit …
How Fast Should I Practice Snare Drum Rudiments? Not rated yet
When practicing rudiments with a metronome how many bpm should i start out with and what should be the max?
Thanks,Ed …
Tama Superstar 1980's Royal Blue Not rated yet
Hola my question is about my old superstar kit. I have found out that there were two blue superstars produced (not the aqua marine) in royal blue. Lenny …
FS Series by Pacific Drums Not rated yet
what year did FS series by pacific drums come out?
ANSWER
Hi, Les--
After considerable research, I was able to narrow it down only to shortly …
Does A new Snare come with a hinge? Not rated yet
I am buying a new marching snare. I already have a harness but I need a new hinge for it to put onto my drum. will that come with my new drum or will I …
HiHat Setup Not rated yet
When setting up a hi-hat how far apart should the top and bottom cymbals be set?
ANSWER
Hi, Ed--
It is a matter of preference. I set mine up …
How to Choose the Right Snare Wires Not rated yet
I need to replace the snares on my snare drum.I noticed that they differ in price and style. What is the difference and how do i go about picking one. …
Drum Rudiments--How Many Do I Need To Learn? Not rated yet
What are the main rudiments one should learn or is it necessary to learn all 40?
ANSWER
Hi, evandam11--
Of course it would be good to learn …
Looking to buy a Drum for Football games / Soccer games Not rated yet
Hello, I'm looking to buy a drum for Soccer / Football Matches, But due to us being in the lower leagues, we aren't able to take big drums, just drums …
Drum Notations--How is the Snare Drum Notated? Not rated yet
I so confused. I bought two books on drum notations. One book shows the snare on the third line from the bottom and the other book shows the snare on …
Drum Heads Not rated yet
Is there any way to fix a tomtom head that is stretched out? It keeps wrinkling up when tuning it.
ANSWER
Hi, Ed--
You probably will need …
How Do You Play Triplets on Drums? Not rated yet
Could you please explain the hand movement on playing a triplet. Thank you,Ed
ANSWER
Hi, Ed--
Triplets are played with alternating hands and …
Safe to remove Drum Wraps? Not rated yet
If I remove the plastic coating from my drum shells, how will that affect the sound? I really like the look of wood but I can't afford new drums. Also …
What brand of drums should i buy for a more metal sound? Not rated yet
hi, my name is bradley i have been drumming for 6-8 months now and am still using everything from my starter kit. it is a dxp kit(i think :/) a cost me …
Drummers Survival kit--What is the Impact Pad For? Not rated yet
I just bought a Zildjian Drummers Survival Kit for $6.99. The kit contains 10 Cymbals Sleeves 2 HiHat Felts 6 Cymbal Felts 2 Clutch Felts 10 Tension …
Drum Mufflers Not rated yet
Do they still use internal drum mufflers today?
I have some for my snare and my 3 toms and i want to know if it would be ok to install them on my drums. …
Drum Sticks Not rated yet
How do I keep my drum sticks from slipping out of my fingers? If I hold them tighter i get cramps in my hands and fingers. Thanks,ED
ANSWER
Hi, …
How Do You Measure For a Drum Head? Not rated yet
What do you measure when you have to buy a new drum head?
ANSWER
Hi, Wesley--
Measure from the outside edge of the shell to the opposite outside …
How Can I Get Music Students to Keep a Constant Tempo? Not rated yet
I have 3 drumsets on the side lines this year. One starts the part the other 2 come in with the band. The problem is the band drags or rushes. How can …
What is the difference between fast and regular crash cymbals? Not rated yet
Whats the difference between a fast crash cymbal, and a regular crash cymbal?
ANSWER
Hi, Terrell--
The fast crash cymbal will respond more quickly …
Single Bass Drumming Not rated yet
Hi,
I am having difficulty in 4 consecutive 16th note bass drum hits.
Im a single bass drummer and have typically practiced my bass by starting out …
How Can I attach a Leg Rest and Sling to My Marching Snare? Not rated yet
How to hook the leg rest to the marching snare drum and how to attach the sling to the leg rest and the drum? I have a pearl high tension marching drum …
How can I Eliminate the Ringing From My Snare Drum? Not rated yet
My snare drum has a real bad after tone like an echo when i hit it. I replaced the skin and tried to tune it but it still sounds real bad what can i do …
Ludwig Standard 1972--What Kind of Wood? Not rated yet
Can you please tell me what wood makeup these are? I have heard everything from maple/maple/maple to mahogany/maple/mahogany.
And what about the reinforcement …
Tony Royster Jr.'s Understroke on the Crash Cymbal Not rated yet
How does he do that? How does he hit the cymbal with his sticks?
ANSWER
Hi, Scott--
I was watching him on YouTube and and it seems pretty uncomplicated …
What do these Drum terms mean? Not rated yet
What do these drum terms mean?
SnD
f1t1
and
BD1
thanks
ANSWER
Hi, Geoff--
Snare Drum
Floor Tom 1
Bass Drum 1
By the way, have you …
Double Bass Drum While Playing Hi-Hat (Drop Clutch) Not rated yet
Wondering how do drummers play double beats involving double bass drum patterns with a two-foot pedal while playing the hi hat instead of a cymbal. Unless …
Drum Setup for Left Handed Drummer Not rated yet
I'm left handed and starting lessons. is it practical to learn with the snare and high hat reversed to play left handed? it feels more comfortable this …
Setting Up Ludwig Toms Not rated yet
I have a beautiful old gold sparkle 1970s ludwig kit. Use them at shows. Original owner. Only problem is when I set the 12 and 13 on the bass drum the …
Buying 1st Drum Set Not rated yet
Hi, I am buying my 1st drum set and i am looking at guitar center and have found 2 sets within my range and i was wondering if Sound Percussion and PDP …
Drum Heads--Why do they wrinkle? Not rated yet
i got a used set of tom tom heads from a friend. They are 16 inch toms. The head fits on the drum alright,but when i tighten the head it wrinkles up. …
What is the Purpose of Lug Washers on Drums? Not rated yet
What is the reason for washers on the drum lugs?
ANSWER
Hi, evandam--
The purpose of the washers is to protect the rims. Metal-to-metal contact …
A lefty playing on a right handed drum set ! Handycapped ? Not rated yet
I AM A LEFT HANDED SELF TAUGHT DRUMMER. I UNFORTUNATELY HAVE NEVER BEEN SCHOOLED IN THE ART OF DRUMMING AT ALL. I'M 48 YEARS OLD AND HAVE A DESIRE TO FINALLY …
Musical Ideas--Audition for William Paterson U for Jazz Not rated yet
I am thinking of applying to William Paterson university for jazz, and at the moment I am without a teacher so cannot ask anyone this question. On the …
Where to find free drum tabs? Not rated yet
I've tried 911tabs and ultimateguitar.com, but im looking for 1 song, called "Palms Read" by Protest the Hero. I don't want to pay $30 just to get the …
What exactly is it like to drum in a studio? Not rated yet
I've looked around, but I haven't been able to find a real answer. There are a few questions that I'd like to know.
When going into the studio, as a …
How do you read drum set music? Not rated yet
Hi, Hattie--
Please go to:
Free Drum Sheet Music Key . They key should answer your questions.
Have you checked out our Almost Free Drum Tabs …
Traps Drums--A 400 or E 400? Not rated yet
Is it better to get the Traps A400 kit and buy a drum brain to add or by the Traps E400 kit and use it with and without headphones? I have a regular drum …
Drum Pads or Triggers? Not rated yet
I currently play drums in a covers band and my Pearl kit is fully miked up through our PA. I would like have different sounds for my kit so I brought some …
Drum Notation Key for Guitar Pro Tabs Not rated yet
I purchased your drum music for Freebird yesterday.
Not quite sure which Tom is designated the second space or third line. Could you please define the …
Drumming Injuries Not rated yet
I am a left handed drummer but I play on a right handed set. After playing a gig my inner right thigh becomes bruised. Is there any remedy out there for …
What is the best kit for my needs and wallet? Not rated yet
Fairly new to drumming, play by ear and have a knack for it, I am lookin for a kit that will serve my needs as pretty much a beginner BUT I am intending …
MY 1000 Dollar drumset sounds like garbage! PLZ HELP ME!!! Not rated yet
OK i have a ddrum dominion duofade maple drum set. 13 inch snare,12inch rack tom, 14 and 16 inch floor toms. I have remo emperor clear heads on the toms …
New to the Drums--Beginning Drum Lessons Not rated yet
I am trying to teach myself how to play the drums . Does anyone have any helpful tips?
ANSWER
Hi, Krystal--
Why not take advantage of our Absolutely …
Using Tape on Drum Heads Not rated yet
Why do some people put black tape in the center of their drum heads?
ANSWER
Hi, evandam11--
Tape is sometimes used a a means of muffling the …
Stop Locks for Tom Mounts--Proper Set Up Not rated yet
I seem to be having a problem with the stop locks on my tom arms. The wing nuts are hitting the locks before i can tighten them up all the way. what am …
Nicko Mcbrain's Ride Not rated yet
How does Nicko Mcbrain To Stay So Stable And Still On His Stand? Same With Mikkey Dee. I Want To Have The Same Set Up For A Ride Because I Like The Great …
Which Batter and Resonant heads should I get? Not rated yet
I have a blue onyx, all maple, PDP CX Series drum set and dont know which heads ( Batter and Resonant) to put on it. Anyone have any ideas? right now I …
Starting a song when sitting in Not rated yet
What is the proper way to start a song when sitting in with a band ? thanks---
ANSWER
There are no hard and fast rules, but I suppose it depends …
Mounting a Floor Tom Not rated yet
I am considering buying a PDP platinum kit that has a "2 up 2 down" set up. The floor toms come with legs. If i wanted to buy a rack, how would i go about …
Using Brand Drums During Gigs Not rated yet
Do i have to be endorsed by the brand to play the brands set during a live show?
ANSWER
I am not sure I understand your question. Every drum set …
What are the stands for floating floor toms called? Not rated yet
Hi, I need to buy a new stand for 2 of my floating floor toms, do you know what they're called? (a double-holder)
I already have one but they don't go …
Drum Triggers--Placement? Not rated yet
I'm starting to get a little more serious with my sound and i would like to know if all drum triggers are touch sensitive.Will i get the same sound if …
Arbiter Flats Lite Practice Pad Attachment Not rated yet
Arbiter Flats Lite and drum practice pads, any tips on how to keep the pads from falling off?
I have no personal experience with these drums. I …
Do Drum Racks Work with Any Drums? Not rated yet
Can any drum set be connected using a drum rack?
ANSWER
Hi, Tim--
Yes, any drums can be put on a rack. The drums and cymbals are attached with …
Attaching a cymbal to my snare drum Not rated yet
hi,
i am a beginner and when i bought my snare drum it had a cymbal attached to it.Unfortunately the guy in the store took it off for packaging. can you …
Are drum heads interchangeable from one kit to another? Not rated yet
If you buy drum heads for one drum kit..lets say a friends kit.. can you then transfer those same heads to another kit? even if the toms are all the same …
Drum Fills Help Not rated yet
I have been playing for a while, "Two years". I’m having trouble doing rolls and fills for musical pieces. I have been playing rudiments for a year to …
Intermingling Drum Head Types Not rated yet
Is it bad to use say evans coated heads on one of the toms and remo clear heads on some of the others? i don't know if the sound just wouldn't flow or …
Arbiter flats lite bass drum pedal attachment Not rated yet
I don't seem to be able to attach the pedal to the hoop so that the beater strikes the head flat on. It seems the pedal is fixed too far away, and the …
Miking a Drum Kit Not rated yet
What is the best mics to use for cymbals, toms, snare, and kick. I also have a yamaha subkick. What type of amp is the best to pick up all of these? What …
Broken Bongo Skins--Can I use Drum Heads? Not rated yet
Hello i was just wondering if i can use tom skins for bongos skins i like having them as part of my drum set up.
ANSWER
Hi, Bryan--
It depends …
how to identify type of drums I have Not rated yet
tenant left set of ludwig drums behind and I need to find out what they are worth- they are not an adult size but a little smaller- but bigger than my …
Flats vs Flats Lite Drum Kit Not rated yet
what is the difference between a flats lite drumkit and a normal flats drumkit?
ANSWER
The Flats Lite kit has a few alterations which allow the …
need heads Not rated yet
I am rebuilding a set of 66 Ludwigs. I have a set of hoops for the 18inch 10 hole floor tom but they seem to be a 1/2 inch too big for the heads. They …
How Can I Modify Floor Toms Stands? Not rated yet
Thanks for your site! Question. I have 2 standard
type floor toms w/ the 3 spindly legs on them. Is there any hardware that will covert these into …
Yamaha Subkick Not rated yet
Please tell me in detail what all I need to set up and use my Yamaha Subkick. Please include any and all electronic devices needed to set this up and use. …
Remo Black suede... Not rated yet
Alright, i purchased Remo's new Black Suede emperor drum heads in 8",10",12" and 16" for my toms and 14" for my snare from guitar center several days ago, …
Snare Drum Muffling Not rated yet
I am planning on putting duct tape for my snare drum but for the time being is a piece of paper taped on good enough?
ANSWER
Hi, Tom--
You can …
Marching Snare Drum--How to Keep the Leg Rest Attached? Not rated yet
What can you use to keep the snare drum leg rest attached to your leg.
ANSWER
Hi, A--
I drilled a small hole in each end of the leg rest and …
What are the best Bass drum hjeads for jazz? Not rated yet
What is the best bass drum head combination for jazz or big band setting?
ANSWER
Hi, Manix--
Try Aquarian heads:
Batter Head = Modern Vintage …
What snare drum does Bill ward (Black Sabbath) use? Not rated yet
Exactly what snare drum does Bill ward (Black Sabbath) use? who makes it? and can I get one?
Steve
ANSWER
Hi, Steve--
According to Tama, …
Drum Tuning--How Can I Tune My Toms for a Singing Tone? Not rated yet
I have a Gretsch Renown kit, how do i get more thump and less sing out of my toms?
ANSWER
Hi,libradrums58--
It might help to tune the bottom …
The Snares--On or Off? Not rated yet
So up until now I haven't realized (and it might even be true) that most of the time, in rock drumming, drummers play with the snares tightened/on. Is …
Connecticut Halftime Not rated yet
Would someone be kind enough to help me understand the last two bars of the Connecticut Halftime.
ANSWER
Hi, Glen--
The lst two bars of "Connecticut …
I need help picking a cymbal pack Not rated yet
http://www.guitarcenter.com/Zildjian-ZBT-Rock-Power-Cymbal-Set-with-Free-18--Crash-887205-i1470628.gc
or
http://www.guitarcenter.com/Zildjian-ZXT-Rock-Bonus-Box-S …
How to Build a Bongo Drum Not rated yet
How do you make a real sturdy bongo drum? I have to make one for school from scratch and it determines whether or not I graduate!
ANSWER
There …
Which drums should I buy?? Not rated yet
I am 46yrs old and I want to start drumming.
So many brands, so many price ranges,I don't want to buy a cheap beginner kit, I'd rather buy a kit I can …
What cymbals stands should I use? Not rated yet
I want to buy a zil bel cymbal...something like this http://www.guitarcenter.com/Zildjian-Zil-Bel-Cymbal-100093207-i1135374.gc what kind of stand do i …
Changing Bottom Drum Heads Not rated yet
Do i have to change the heads on the bottom of my drums?
ANSWER
While it is not necessary to change the resonator (bottom) heads every time you …
Traveling with cymbals Not rated yet
I have a gig and need to fly. I am bringing cymbals and am wondering what people often do in this situation. I'd like to carry on the cymbals. Will …
Any way to convert a timbale drum into a snare? Not rated yet
Hey, I've recently acquired a stripped down Ludwig timbale. It's still got pretty much everything attached, and I was wondering if there's any way that …
Which are better, metal or wood bass drum hoops? Not rated yet
I have a vintage Gretsch set with a 20" bass. Many years ago (before the internet) one of the original hoops broke and the only replacement I could get …
Which Drum Mics Should I Use? Not rated yet
i have a 5 piece drum set (yamaha stage custom). i want to spend only $100 to mic it. should i get one nice mic, or two pretty nice, or three ok mics, …
Recording My Band to a Computer--What Do I Need? Not rated yet
I want to get 2 guitars, a keyboard, a mic and drum mics onto a computer. Do i need both an audio interface and a mixer, or is one piece of equipment sufficient.I …
How do i hold bongos in between my legs the right way Not rated yet
I am holding the bongos in between my legs and i was wondering if i hold them the wrong way or squeeze them very tight could i break the bongos
P.S. …
Tension Rod for Leedy Broadway Snare Drum Not rated yet
hi i am looking for a snare tension rod for a 1940 broadway leedy i am not a drummer but got a beautiful drum for boyfriend but tension rod is stripped. …
Sonor Force 2003 Drum Set Not rated yet
is it worth it to buy this drum set?
Description:
Sonor Force 2003 (Birch and Maple) 10", 12", 14" and kick 22". Snare 14" (wood). Sabian cymbals with …
Zildjian Cymbals--Custom or Rock? Not rated yet
What is the difference between custom and rock zildjian cymbals?
ANSWER
Hi, Pranvera--
The Custom Zildjians are Cast Bronze cymbals. They are …
Snare drum head is stuck to the drum! Not rated yet
I was going to replace my snare drum but after I took off the rim, I learned that the head is stuck on the damn drum! I tried to saw through the drumhead …
Marching Snare Drum Sizes--Which is Best? Not rated yet
I am looking at marching snare drums and I'm wondering, is there any difference in quality and sound if i get a 13"x11" snare compared to a 14"x12" snare? …
What type of shell is the Tama Rockstar Fusion Kit? Not rated yet
I am wondering what type of shell it is. I am going to assume that the Tama Rockstar's are not the greatest or maybe an entry level kit. Also, what kind …
Pulse 8-Piece Double Bass Kit Not rated yet
I tuned all of my drums not to long ago, and i noticed something. I have a PULSE 8-piece double bass.
When i was tuning my bass drums, and the …
Do Toms Need Bottom Heads? Not rated yet
Do you have to have the skins on the bottom?
ANSWER
Hi, Ken--
There was a trend in the 70's of removing the bottom heads from Toms. While it …
How Can I Remove Scratches from Drum Wrap? Not rated yet
I've purchased 1990 black pearl exports with new skins. They are awesome miked or not. However their age is apparent. If you look closely, there are many …
How Can I Learn to Play Drums? Not rated yet
i want 2 be drummer but i don't from where i can start from knowing the kinds of drums or what.
ANSWER
Hi, duuuz--
You will want to check out …
Four Piece Camco Drum Set Not rated yet
I have a 4 piece camco drum set, does anyone know what these are worth?
ANSWER
Hi, Cory--
Here is a site with a wealth of information and even …
How To Create Drum Fills Not rated yet
Hello,
I have only been druming for about 9 months now and I am getting better the only thing that is holding me down is creativity like if i get a …
Recording My Band to a Computer Not rated yet
I am wondering how to get from drum mikes as well as a guitar and piano and microphone to a computer. I have been told I need a recording interface, but …
Drum head tension for best drum trigger peformance? Not rated yet
Is there a best practice rule for drum head tension when hooking up a drum trigger?
ANSWER
Hi, Don--
There are so many variables to consider …
SUBKICK Not rated yet
WHAT IS THE USE OF SUB KICK IN DRUMS
ANSWER
Hi, Raimon--
The Yamaha Subkick is a sub-frequency (below 100Hz) capture device designed for …
Sound Percussion 5 Piece and 5 Piece Pro Sets Not rated yet
I was wondering what the differences were between a sound percussion 5 piece kit and a sound percussion Pro 5 piece kit ?
ANSWER
Hi, Krock--
…
Careers in Drumming Not rated yet
Hi, I’m Matt Pittaway from England and I’ve been playing drums for around four years now. I’ve decided I need to take my hobby to a higher level- but I …
Camco Drums Not rated yet
i have a 5 piece set of camco drums. They are maple shells but they share the same hardware and tom mounts as my superstar kit which is birch. It also …
Bongo and Conga Additions to Drum Kit Not rated yet
Can i use any set of bongos or congas with my drum set like regular toms or do i need special heads to not damage or dent them? I've seen bands use them …
Best cymbals for a semi professional player? Not rated yet
I'm in a band that does 1 or 2 professional gigs every 2 to 3 months. I've been getting by through borrowing friends cymbals but I've decided its finally …
How do I set up Drum Triggers? Not rated yet
Sometimes I see bands especially heavier bands like The Devil Wears Prada, Bring Me the Horizon, and more metal bands all have an electronic trigger with …
Tension Rods For Fusion Kit Not rated yet
what length tension rods do i use for a fusion drum kit?
ANSWER
It depends on the brand of drums. Different brands use different sizes.
Lynne …
Ne-Yo "Miss Independent" Not rated yet
Have you heard the song by Ne-Yo "Miss Independent".
If you have, can you kindly tell me if drums are
actually being played or if it's just a synthesizer. …
Acrylic Three Tom Set 1970's Not rated yet
What is the name of an acrylic three piece tomset. rectangular one piece top, with three different length tubes underneath, it mounts to a stand.
a drummer …
Losing My Sticks While Playing Not rated yet
When i play for awhile my hands arms begin to hurt a little and in the middle of a song I drop a stick or it slips out of my hand--almost like they become …
Drum Stick Sizes Not rated yet
What is bigger 5a stick or 5b stick?
ANSWER
Hi, Bob-
The 5-B i9s the larger Stick.
Stick sizes get larger as the number gets smaller and the …
Stability Rings on Cymbals Not rated yet
I just got my set and im a new drummer..what are the black rings on the cymbals used for and when should i replace them..also there are black rings inside …
PDP FS series snare noise Not rated yet
Hi i recently bought a pdp fs series drums set it sounds amazing but the over tone from the tom makes my snares go crazy any suggestions on getting it …
How Can I Play Slow Drum Beats? Not rated yet
I would like to know if there are any tips to slow drumming?
See I just started playing drums a little more than a week ago and I'm good and everything …
Why are some drum shell packs more expensive than others? Not rated yet
What honestly makes some drums (shell packs) more expensive than others? I know wood type is a factor, how many pieces comes with the shell pack and the …
tandem bass drums Not rated yet
What is the tandem bass drum set up do with the sound of the bass?
ANSWER
Hi, Jay--
Strange--you are the second person from Michigan who has …
Snare Wire 15" 42 Not rated yet
Is there a way i can find a 15" 42 snare wires anywhere???
ANSWER
Hi, diceskillznice--
The longest 42 strand I could find are 14". Sorry I could …
Bass Pedal Slippage Not rated yet
I've always been a heel up player and I'm trying to learn the heel-toe method because I've heard a lot of great things. It was recently taught to me but …
What type of wood is the Tama Rockstar Made Of? Not rated yet
What type of wood is the Tama Rockstar Made Of?
ANSWER
Hi, Caleb--
Please see:
Tama Rockstar Construction
Lynne
Have you checked …
Need help identifying these drums. Not rated yet
I purchases these drums for a reasonable price and would like to figure out what brand they are or if they are just a cheap set for beating on. I took …
Hole in Tom Tom Not rated yet
i have a slight hole in my tom-tom. what should i do with it? i really dont want to buy another tom so what do i do? will i HAVE to buy another tom?
…
Hi-hat & Ride Pitch Not rated yet
Does the pitch for hi-hats and rides change with each hit or continuous hits while a drummer is playing them? And if it does, is it only very slightly …
Triplet Feel Notation Not rated yet
In the song "Feel Like Makin' Love" by Bad Company, the tempo for the first 4 bars is "quarter note equals 88" then for the verse it changes to "2 16th …
Acoustic or Electronic Drums? Not rated yet
Is acoustic drums the best way to go?
ANSWER
Hi, Bill--
There really is no "best" choice. It is purely a matter of what is right for YOU. One …
How can I Make My Snare Drum Sound More Crisp? Not rated yet
I have an older pearl set and my snare drum sounds like its straight out of a marching band. I'm trying to get that more "crack" sound like most of the …
How can I control the volume of my drums? Not rated yet
Hi my band has a performance coming up tomorrow and we are in an arena. We have a marshal cabinet and 2 1000 watt monitors with a mixing board but my guitar …
What are the Best Drum Heads for Recording? Not rated yet
What are the best recording drum heads for the studio?
ANSWER
Hi, Troy--
The choice of drum heads for ANY application is a personal thing--depending …
Playing Rim Shots Not rated yet
Hi there,
I would just like to ask one thing. Every time you hit the snare, does it always have to be a rim shot?
thanks
ANSWER
Hi, Choko-- …
How Can I Make My Fills Sound More Full? Not rated yet
Hi!
I've been playing drums for a few years, just teaching myself. A lot of drummers I see only use one mounted tom, usually the bigger of the two toms. …
Converting a Floor Tom to a Bass Drum Not rated yet
I wanted to convert an 18 inch floor tom to a bass drum.
I ordered a bass drum head to be used as the batter head on this conversion.
the bass drum head …
Wher can I Find Yamaha Mounting Brackets? Not rated yet
Hi there, I recently picked up a set of yamaha stage customs. The person stripped the yess system from it. They are brand new never played drums that I …
How Can I Make My Drums Quieter? Not rated yet
Hi,
My name is Zach and I was wondering if there is a way to make my drums quieter when playing gigs in small areas other then turning the guitar amps …
Tulio De Luxe Drums Made in England Not rated yet
I recently bought a pair of Vintage TULIO DE LUXE Drums that were made in England. I have searched for information about them but I have been unsuccessful. …
What is the difference beetwen single chain pedal and double chain pedal Not rated yet
ANSWER
Hi, John--
Hows are things in Cydonia? Are you a knight?
Some drummers feel that the double chain makes for smoother action and ease …
How do I attach a clamp-on cymbal arm to my cymbal stand? Not rated yet
I have a regular cymbal stand and i was wondering if i could put a cymbal arm that would be holding a splash onto the stand? I look forward to hearing …
What Should I Use to Clean My Drums? Not rated yet
Have a sonor drum kit all wood finish "birch" its a light blue fade, what is the best to use to polish the wood grain and not damage the wood..
ANSWER …
Where can I Buy Vintage Zildjian Cymbals? Not rated yet
i used to have a 22 inch medium ride cymbal i got it in the 70s i now have a new 22 inch medium ride and they dont sound the same how can i get my hands …
Questions on drum mics Not rated yet
Hi i want to mic my drums but don't want to record yet so i was wondering if i am able to mic the drums then plug them into the mixer which goes to big …
Sound Modules With Acoustic Drumset Not rated yet
What does a sound module when used with an acoustic drum set do? and what do the triggers plug into? Also what is the laptop for? All this question refer …
Drum Electronics for Live Performance Not rated yet
Hey I was wondering about some of the stuff that i might need when preforming live. I have noticed a lot of drummers have a table set up next to them with …
question on mounts for a drum kit Not rated yet
I have a drum kit I am restoring and I am missing a few parts. I need a 2 single tom mounts. 3/4 pipe into the kick drum and 3/4 pipe into the tom. were …
Bass Drum legs for CB700 Drums Not rated yet
What brand of bass drum legs do i need if i have CB700 drums?
ANSWER
You should contact Pacific Drums by DW Drums to find out where to get spare …
snare drum trigger problem Not rated yet
i just got a roland snare trigger and no matter what gain level i use i hit it once and it sounds like i hit it 5 times how do i stop this i've tried everything …
Playing on Top of the Beat Not rated yet
If your groove is going well and your fill is slightly on top of the beat what does that mean, does it mean I'm rushing it or it's not the right fill. …
Thin vs Thick Drum Shells for Live Playing Not rated yet
For playing live, is a thicker or thinner shell required?
ANSWER
Hi, Frank--
The choice of shell thickness depends on your preferences and your …
What Causes Cymbals to Break? Not rated yet
My son has been playing drums for 1.5 years. I replaced his symbols about 6 months ago. the 14in zildjian crash cymbal started to crack and is now useless. …
How do i make a muffle for a snare drum? Not rated yet
Hi, Elijah--
Please visit Helpful Hints for Tuning-Drums and scroll down to the "Muffling" headline.
Lynne
Can I Cut My Toms Down to Make Them Shorter? Not rated yet
ok, i have a pdp kit, and the toms are gigantic.
therefore i cant set my kit up in any way comfortable.
so with professional tools, would it effect …
What is a Drum Hardware Set? Not rated yet
What is in a full hardware set?
ANSWER
Hi, Eden--
There is no standardized "full hardware set". The hardware would vary according to what drums …
What Floor Tom Should I use? Not rated yet
I am a beginner, and I want to play an alternative song that uses a floor tom. I'm using a set that i think is a jazz set, and it has 2 floor toms, that …
Luwig Drum with a Bar? Not rated yet
Did Ludwig have a snare drum with a bar under the bottom?
ANSWER
Hi, Maurice--
I really have no idea--what kind of bar? Here is a link to a …
Bass Vibrates Snare Not rated yet
How do i make my bass drum not make my snare vibrate when i use it?
ANSWER
Hi, Cole:
First of all, this is not a huge problem. I write a lot …
How Can I Make a Muffler for a Snare Drum? Not rated yet
How can i make a homemade muffler for a 14" snare?
ANSWER
Hi, Dan--
There is a detailed discussion of homemade drum mufflers at:
Hints for …
Installing a Pearl Snare Drum Leg Rest Not rated yet
How do you put on a pearl snare drum leg rest?
ANSWER
The leg rest is installed with the two bolts that are included and then tightened with the …
Can I Use Felt Strips to Muffle My Drums? Not rated yet
Is it ok to use felt strips under each drum head?
ANSWER
Hi, Dennis--
You COULD use felt strips but then you have the difficulty of attaching …
Effect of Bottom Heads/No Bottom Heads on Volume of Drums Not rated yet
I just went from electronic to acoustic drums and our church has a new sanctuary that echoes (hard walls and ceiling) like crazy. I have always played …
Can I Put My Drums in the Basement? Not rated yet
Is it good or does it make a difference if you put a set in the basement? Does it have any effect on the sound? plz i need help thnx
ANSWER
Hi, …
Can I Store My Drums in the Basement? Not rated yet
Can you store a drum set in a basement that is unfinished without damaging the set?
Hi, M.G.--
It depends on where you live and how damp the basement …
Bass drum pedal on riser hits bass drum rim Not rated yet
I recently bought a great set of Gretsch Catalinas. They have a Mapex style riser on the kick side of the bass. It seems that if I do not attach the riser …
Snares rattle when playing other drums. Not rated yet
Whenever I have my snare turned on and I play any other drum (tom or kick), the snare "buzzes". Ive changed both heads, tried everything I know to adjust …
Best Hi Hats for 80's Music Not rated yet
Playin alot of 80s type stuff any suggestions???
ANSWER
Hi--
I would choose the Zildjian A Custom Hi-Hats.
They are are really incredible sounding …
What is it? Not rated yet
In marching, there is a little thing that extends out in order to clamp the sling/strap onto it. Once this done, you can march with your drum. What is …
Drum Woods--Characteristics Not rated yet
I am wondering what wood produces the best sound, and what wood makes what sound? Like highs and lows and loudness, etc..
Hi, Eric--
Please see: …
The best kind of wood for drums? Not rated yet
what is the best kind of wood to use for drums?
ANSWER
Hi, Christopher--
The best kind of wood depends on what kind of sound you want and how …
Can I Store My Drums in the Attic? Not rated yet
I have limited space in my house to set up my drums and was wondering if setting them up in the attic would eventually ruin them?
ANSWER
Hi, BJ-- …
Hi Hat problem Not rated yet
Ok when i got my drum kit it was fine. But after awhile my top cymbal on hi hat kept falling down when i was playing it pissed me off. So i took a wrench …
Drummer's Headphones Not rated yet
Hi i am wondering if anyone can tell me what i need to be able to play gigs but have the sound from the board put straight into my earphones ? cheers …
Snare Drum Muffler Not rated yet
What is the part called on the inside of the drum that attaches to the side and extends to the inside of the drum head with the felt disk???
ANSWER …
Best heads for Tama RockStar? Not rated yet
Whats the best sounding heads for a new Tama Rockstar set.
ANSWER
Hi, Ken--
Your choice of drum heads will be determined by what sound you want …
Add on Toms for Yamaha Stage Custom Drum Set Not rated yet
I have a yamaha stage custom, but can't find anything like it on the internet. It's dark blue, and the little metal lable is rectangular. Looking for an …
Mounted Tom vs. Floor Tom--14" Not rated yet
I Just got a used DW 6 piece shell set. All of the shells except for the snare of course were mounted with suspension mounts. I have a 10,12,14,and 16. …
Drum Tab Notation Key--Guitar Pro Not rated yet
Hi I just bought rag doll very good work thanks I want to by more music but i need a drum notation chat do u have one
Brian
O ya i plan on writing a …
Ludwig Tension Rods Not rated yet
Hello, I would like to chase the threads and swivel nuts on my '64 ludwigs. I believe they are 12-24 UNC.
If I buy a tap and die that are 12-24, will …
Drum staff legend Not rated yet
I realize that drums transcriptions may vary according to transcriber. I would find it beneficial if the studio would please include a drum staff legend …
Changing Snare Drum's Snare? Not rated yet
Is there a type or brand of snare you recommend me getting? Not the snare drum, just the snare part. I think my old one's worn out because it makes a terrible …
How to Tune Drums Not rated yet
I have a 5 TAMA drum set and I was wondering how to tune my set. I have the tama clear skins on both sides. How many turns do I give the bottom skin and …
Raising the Height on a Floor Tom Not rated yet
Where can I find extensions or lengtheners for floor tom legs? I want to raise one @ 8" higher.
ANSWER
Hi, Mac--
I am sorry that I do not fully …
Snare Buzz Not rated yet
hey i have snare buzz....when i hit my toms or bass pedal my snare buzzes....is there anyway methods to stop it or weaken???? thx
ANSWER
Hi, Bob-- …
What Drum Heads are Best? Not rated yet
What are the best heads for a Mapex M birch with tom sizes of 8" 10" 12" and 14"
ANSWER
Hi, Chris--
The best choice of heads for your drums …
Tom Tom Heads--Are the Bottom and Top Interchangeable? Not rated yet
Is it okay to do a swap of the front head on a tom tom with the back head??
ANSWER
Hi, Steve--
Definitely NOT. The batter head is thicker and …
What cymbal pack should I get? Not rated yet
I have 800 dollars to spend and I'm looking for a cymbal pack that is good for rock music. I did have the zildjian a customs before but I wasn't in love …
Dhimay Not rated yet
I am trying to figure out how to re-skin a dhimay. I can barely find any info on the drum at all let alone some help on how to put a new head on it. …
What does D.S. al Coda Mean? Not rated yet
I am a novice drummer learning from "fasttracks" drum music books. I have had about 20 lessons and for now just learning on my own.
The songs in my …
Snare Problems--Snares vibrate when Toms are played Not rated yet
How do I prevent my snare from vibrating and causing noise when I am playing my other toms?
ANSWER
You can find an extensive discussion of this …
Snares Buzz When I Hit Toms Not rated yet
hi i am a new drummer and i have see that my tom when i hit them the snares drum snares shake how do i stop that. Thank you very much.
ANSWER
Hi, …
Which Cymbal Pack Should I Get? Not rated yet
Paiste PST3 Universal Cymbal Set (14" Hi-Hats, 16" Crash, 20" Ride) = $179.95
Sabian B8 Pro Rock Cymbal Pack (14" Hi-Hats,16" Crash, 22" Ride, 18" Crash) …
Marks onTom and Snare Heads and On Cymbals Not rated yet
Hey I just got a drum set and I play it a lot and there are already marks on my toms and snare and cymbals and some of them are black. Is that OK?
…
20" vs 22" kick drum/ what kind of wood is best for kick drum? Not rated yet
These are things I wanted to know for buying my new kit.
What are the sound differences between Birch and Maple besides Birch being more articulate …
Roto Tom Mounting Not rated yet
I have a set of Remo "Roto-Toms" on my current drumkit. Trouble is I'm not to happy with the linear rail mounting system. I'd like to break the three drums …
Polishing Cymbals--Do You Polish the Bottom? Not rated yet
Do you polish the bottom of a drum kit cymbal?
ANSWER
Of course, there are those who say never to polish ANY part of your cymbals. In my opinion, …
Attaching Pearl birch wood block to trap set Not rated yet
How do you attached the Pearl birch wood block to a set. I want to attach it but the slot or the rod is too small for the standard stand extenders.
…
Does Cold Weather Harm Drums? Not rated yet
Is it harmful to drums to keep them in a car for six or seven hours in 20s temps.?
ANSWER
While this temperature is definitely not IDEAL, the drums …
What is the difference between gretsch catalina maple "euro" and catalina maple "fusion"? Not rated yet
What is the difference between gretsch catalina maple "euro" and catalina maple "fusion"? So far all I see is different tom mounts
ANSWER
Hi, Bill-- …
Tension Rods for Ludwig Accent Combo Toms Not rated yet
What size of tension rods should I use for Ludwig accent combo toms?
ANSWER
Hi, Andrew--
Go to the experts:
Ludwig Drums
Scroll down …
Traditional Bongo Rims Not rated yet
Do traditional bongo rims affect the sound of the bongos? Please tell me the difference between traditional bongo rims and the other types of rims.
…
How To Make a Drum Set Not rated yet
How to make a drum kit out of wood and how to make drum heads from house hold items
ANSWER
Hi, Donnie--
The best information that I have found …
Do I Have to Practice Drum Rudiments? Not rated yet
I cant stand practicing my rudiments. is this going to become a big problem down the road?
ANSWER
Hi, Jon--
There are plenty of drummers who …
How to Practice Drum Fills Not rated yet
I play along with a metronome practice beats there's not too much music i can play with yet "which I don't mind", but the problem is because I don't know …
Value of a Yamaha Drum Kit Not rated yet
Hi, i have a Yamaha stage custom birch kit. i bought it for 1000$ last year i wanna know how much it worth now.
ANSWER
Hi, Carlos--
The best …
Misc. Drum Parts (part 3) Not rated yet
Hi (again);
I recently combed through a garage of a friend and came across some old and not so old drum parts. I can't really place or identify some …
Misc. Drum Parts (part 2) Not rated yet
Hi (again);
I recently combed through a garage of a friend and came across some old and not so old drum parts. I can't really place or identify some …
Misc. Drum Parts Not rated yet
Hi;
I recently combed through a garage of a friend and came across some old and not so old drum parts. I can't really place or identify some of these …
What Kind of Wood to Make a Snare Drum? Not rated yet
What kind of wood do you make snare drums out of?
ANSWER
Hi, Josh--
There is a discussion of different types of wood for making drums here: …
How to Get a Good Sound from Snare Drum Not rated yet
My snare has an odd sound..
I have 2, the first 1, the wire rattles after I strike it, producing a buzzing noise, & the second 1 sounds like a combination …
Can Other Brands of Racks be Used with Pearl Drums? Not rated yet
I have a pearl export, and I'm definitely in need of a rack, as my cymbal collection is expanding & I have 3 toms..
do I need a pearl rack for it or would …
Sabian "Pang type" cymbal Not rated yet
I recently visited a music store that I hadn't entered in 25 years. In a fit of nostalgia, the proprietor bent my ear for the best part of two hours...with …
What should I look for in a crash? light? medium? rock? fast? Not rated yet
I'm fairly new to drumming and am out to buy a crash. Whats the difference between light and medium and rock crashes etc. Ive been looking at Sabian ones …
Buying a Ride Cymbal Not rated yet
How much does a regular ride cymbal cost?
ANSWER
Hi, Jeremy--
The price of ride cymbals, like any other cymbals, varies with the size and quality …
Heel-Toe Bass Pedal Technique Not rated yet
I have been playing drums since about 12-13 .(I play single bass) with a few breaks in between , none lasting more than a year. I have a fast right foot, …
How To Read DrumTab Symbols Not rated yet
I think it would really help if you had a chart of all the symbols you use in your Drum Charts..They are a little different then some, and I think it would …
Shell Depth and Mounting Not rated yet
I've noticed Tama has drumsets with shallower tom shells than other toms on other drumsets... is this better or worse? Also, some toms are mounted directly …
What are Highs, Mids, and Lows? Not rated yet
What are highs, mids, and lows? Punch? Attack?
ANSWER
Highs, Mids and Lows refer to the frequency of sounds. In general. the faster the sound vibration, …
Installing a Snare Leg Rest Not rated yet
How to put on a snare leg rest--
ANSWER
There are different kinds of leg rest. Some require drilling holes in the drum while others attach to the …
1930s Ludwig snare Not rated yet
I picked up a drumset for one of my students from Craigs List. A cheap China set. The person I bought the set from threw in a snare drum. Before I got …
Electronic Snare Pad for "Side Stick" Sound Not rated yet
I have been looking everywhere for what the thing is called that makes the sound that is usually made by laying the drum stick flat across the snare with …
How to Mic a Bass Drum Not rated yet
Hi.
Im Going to be Playing live soon with My Pearl Vision VSX set, But my Bass Drum head, does not have a hole in it, what should i Do.Can I put a Mic …
Drum Tuning Not rated yet
Hello !
How do i make my drums sound big and heavy ? I have an artist premier with an additional floor tom, but it just sounds flat, no bounce, no …
Muffling an Acoustic Drum Set When Using Triggers Not rated yet
When adding triggers to a acoustic set how do you muffle the sound?
ANSWER
It depends on what sound your are trying to muffle. If you want to muffle …
Bass drum Legs are Loose Not rated yet
Hello my name is Jeff. I currently own a Ludwig accent series drum set with a 20" bass drum. Not too long ago I was doing a full clean to the set all the …
Bass Drum Technique Not rated yet
What are some exercises to develop toe-style bass drumming?
ANSWER
Hi, Ronnie--
I have developed a special page of double bass rudiments …
Rolls Around the Kit Not rated yet
hi lynne.
my book is printed but not published.
i have my own website, www.kanvasmedia.com
it shows you the book "rolls around the kit"
and allows …
How to Market a Drum Book Not rated yet
I am a full time drum teacher, who has taught for 20years.
I have written a drum book and use it with my courses.
It works and it is a great teaching …
Tush - Drum Tab--How to Program a triplet rhythm Not rated yet
Hello,
Many thanks for the many excellent drum tabs I have purchased recently....more requests to come.
Could I ask one quick question about the …
Drum wood types for Tama Rockstar Not rated yet
What type of wood are Tama Rockstar drums made from?
ANSWER
The Rockstar series is made like this: Basswood/Philippine Mahogany Shells-- 9mm, …
Mike Bordins drums Not rated yet
What kind of Yamaha kit does Mike Bordin use?
ANSWER
Hi, b-rad--
Custom drum set includes: (no cymbals included)
Acoustic Drums:
BBD-1024T …
Light and Heavy Ride Cymbals Not rated yet
What is the difference between light and heavy rides?
ANSWER
Lighter rides are typically quicker to respond but have less volume and sustain.
…
Can you change the heads on rotary toms????? Not rated yet
Are they meant to be the clear heads. Or will they sound better if you buy new heads for them? Please help me.
ANSWER
Hi, Ryan--
YES!! You can …
Hitting a Drum.. Not rated yet
Which is more important..striking the drum or letting the sound go?
I've watched those tabla players and their fingers seem to be all over the place... …
Rotary tom heads Not rated yet
I recently bought some rotary toms (6,8, and 10 inches) and already broke the heads that came with them (I am not a heavy hitter though they were just …
Gretsch v. Taye Not rated yet
I currently have a Taye Rock 5 piece. I'm interested in your thoughts about the Taye drum set versus Gretsch Catalina Maple Fusion Shell Pack with a Free …
Dent in Bass Drum Head Not rated yet
My question is, is it normal if my bass drum starts to dent in a little bit where the pedal hits it. i have it tuned pretty well, its not too tight and …
How To Read Drum Music Not rated yet
If I know the parts of the drums, how do I learn how to read the drum music? All I'm doing is playing it how I hear it.
ANSWER
Hi, Devon--
…
Resonator Heads--Effect on Sound of Drum Not rated yet
What significance does the bottom head have on sound? Should I purchase the same top and bottom, or can I go cheaper on the bottom and "spendy" on the …
Is this a good first drum set? Not rated yet
Also do you think it will come with stands?
I have also picked out a hi hat and crash..
http://www.music123.com/Zildjian-Planet-Z-Crash-449976-i1141836.Music123 …
Drum triggering Not rated yet
What does it mean to trigger a drum or drum set if you can?
ANSWER:
Hi Mike!
A drum trigger is a device that you mount on a drum in much the …
What is the Best Brand of Drums? Not rated yet
What kind of drums is the best?
ANSWER
I assuming you are asking about BRANDS of drums. because your questions is very general, Iwill just give …
Ringing Drums Not rated yet
Ive been playing for about 4 years and just got my first acoustic kit in December. Its a Gretsch Catalina Maple. 2 mounted toms, 2 floor toms, snare. They …
Where Should I Place My Roto Toms? Not rated yet
I have a 7 piece drum set (single bass, 3 toms and two floor toms). I also like adding my roto toms to this set but I'm having a hard time placing the …
Cymbal Techniques Not rated yet
What is the notation and name for striking a cymbal
quickly, causing it to slowly increase volume and then
fade?
ANSWER
The technique is better …
Which Drum Kit? Not rated yet
I need a professional drums kit but afraid of fake ones that look like original. How do I know the original and what is the make you will recommend and …
Best Kinds of Wood to Make Drums Not rated yet
What is the best kind of wood to use to make a drum set?
ANSWER
There are several kinds of wood that meet the requirements for making a drum set. …
Buzzing snares. Not rated yet
How do I keep my snares from buzzing when I hit the toms?
ANSWER
Hi,John--
Your snares are buzzing because the pitch of the tom is related to …
Converted Floor Tom Riser Not rated yet
I have a Sonor Force 2001 kit and I usually play with a four piece set-up, so I converted my 16" by 16" floor tom to a bass drum. The spurs that came on …
Type of Wood Used to Make Drum Shells Not rated yet
I was wondering if the type of wood used to make drum shells matters. Like is oak better than maple or what.
ANSWER
In general, the harder the …
Tama Rockstar Not rated yet
I have a Rockstar tom I am trying to sell that I was told was maple and am getting emails from fellow E Bayers that I am false advertising and that Rockstar …
Double and Triple Kicks Not rated yet
How are double, triple etc. kicks best done?
I try doing double kicks but i don't know which one is better;the heel up or heel down one? Also what …
Bass Drum Triggers Not rated yet
What are bass drum triggers?
ANSWER: Hi Chris! A bass drum (or any drum, for that matter) trigger is a device that you mount on a drum in much the …
Black on sticks after cleaning cymbals Not rated yet
I just polished my cymbals with zildjian cymbal polish and, after playing, it's leaving a black scruff on my sticks and its scuffing up my other heads. …
Reading Drum Music Not rated yet
I forgot something--
What does the > mean on top of the beats?
ANSWER:
Poll,
The ">" above a note is an ACCENT mark. It means to play that …
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