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Of all the heads on a drum set, the bottom snare drum head is the most challenging to change. Even if you’ve changed or tuned standard drumheads before, snare-side heads require a few unique steps that may be unfamiliar. This step-by-step guide is here to make the process easy, no matter what your experience level […]
Changing snare wires from time to time is part of what keeps a snare drum sounding great. Wires can bend, break, get stretched out, or just lose some of the vibrance they once had. Changing wires can also be a good way to switch up your snare sound. Maybe you’re happy with the drum’s heads, […]
Buying used can be a great way to get drum gear. You’ll save some money and may even find some products you can’t buy new anymore. Along with the upsides, however, buying used comes with a few extra risks. Sometimes items aren’t as advertised and you usually don’t know anything about the seller you’re buying […]
There are several advantages to having a port hole in your bass drum. It’s easier to use microphones, easier to adjust internal dampening, and it can tighten up your bass drum sound. Some bass drum heads come with the option pre-installed, but not all. In those cases, you’ll need to know how to cut a […]
If you’ve never put a hi-hat stand together before, the process may seem a little confusing. Hi-hat stands usually ship in several pieces, without directions. Then, even if you figure out how the pieces fit together, the pedal mechanism needs to be set. The assembly process is actually pretty simple with a little guidance. The […]
