All About Drums

Executive summary about musical instruments drum by Mark A James

Drums are membranophones - instruments which create sound whilst beaten with a particular type of object. (vibrations). Drums have continually been used for more than just music. Drum sets, as in a cluster of various toned drums and cymbals, were initially seen in marching bands and parade bands in New Orleans. Double drumming was a expression used for drummers when they played more than one drum at one time - something very usual nowadays. 

The standard drum set includes:

- A bass drum and foot pedal

- Snare

- Tom toms

- Cymbals.

An additional bass drum, extra cymbals - drummers had become skilled enough to require extra things to have fun with. Electronic sets were produced, and it is arguable that this is where current synthesized drum beats used in music originated from. What's then for the drum? Maybe it's time to start adding additional drums. 

Famous drummers are very well-known. Ringo Star, Neil Peart, John Bonham all belonged to famous groups and are nowadays accepted as legends. Several take part in terrific drum solos which are too recognizable. My favourite drummer? Chad Smith from the Red Hot Chili Peppers. The strange thing is that Neil Peart was inspired by 2 drummers - Keith Moon - and John Bonham.

With no drums music wouldn't be what it is now - try listening to your favourite music with no drums, you'll find out what I'm talking about.

New Bass Drum Heads For Your Style of Playing 

Executive summary about musical instruments drum by Jeffrey Aronnsen

The bass head is one of the most important parts a drummer's equipment. Terrible sound is best averted by having a quality drum head. When choosing a bass drum head you will have a lot of choices in the aggressive market, so you have to make many considerations so you end up with the right head.

One thing that you have to consider when selecting a replacement bass drum head is that this is a very personal choice. There are seemingly infinite bass drum head choices. Most factory installed heads are single ply and they have a universal sound. As single ply heads are (Original Equipment Manufacturer)OEM drum heads, double ply heads are considered an upgrade. 

Double ply heads are good for pop or rock music. Self muting bass heads help control high pitches and shorten sustains.

As you go about your research you will find drum heads with different features. You will select a bass head that suits your style of playing and will provide the type of sound that you like.

Usually, when sound quality starts to drop it can be directly linked to the drum's head. If you have never changed your head then it may be time for a new one. Sound is the most critical factor. When the drum doesn't produce the sound for the type of music you play it is time to replace your head. It is essential that your drum delivers a sound that mixes well with your style of playing. Don't be duped into keeping a drum head if it still looks like it is in good condition if it does not produce the right sound.

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