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 10 Slingerland Vintage 70s Bass Drum Tension Rods and Claws US $54.99 
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 Slingerland Radio King Single Tension Rod Bass Drum 15 3/4" Long with Claws US $19.99
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 Mystery Brand Vintage 14 x 22" Single Tension Bass Drum Marine Pearl Calf Heads US $199.99
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 Ludwig Rocker Tama Imperialstar Drum Hardware Claws Tension Rods Mixed Bag Drum US $19.99
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 ATTN: ALL DRUM BUILDERS 70's LUDWIG LONG MACH TENSION LUG CASINGS 10x LOT #K590 US $95.00
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 RARE!! 1960's LUDWIG 2.75" NICKEL TENSION RODS X 6 for TOM & DRUM SET LOT #K340 US $29.00
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 10 VINTAGE BASS DRUM CLAWS AND TENSION RODS US $29.99
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 RARE 1960s GRETSCH 2" TENSION RODS SNARE DRUM or TOM X 12 LOT #515 US $49.00
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 LUDWIG 1960'S BASS DRUM TENSION RODS AND CLAWS US $75.00
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 SET of 2 1960's/1970's GRETSCH TENSION LUG CASINGS for DRUM SET LOT #K17 US $21.00
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 MATCHING SET OF 10! 1960's ROGERS BASS DRUM TENSION LUG CASINGS LOT #J389 US $55.00
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 1960's/1970's GRETSCH TENSION LUG CASINGS SET of 2 for DRUM SET LOT #K16 US $21.00
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 1960s LUDWIG SNARE DRUM TENSION CASINGS in NICKEL X 6 LOT #K85 US $65.00
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 1950's SLINGERLAND NICKEL PLATED BASS DRUM TENSION LUG CASINGS x 10 LOT #J427 US $55.00
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 60's GRETSCH SNARE DRUM TENSION LUG CASINGS SET of 2 #J406 US $21.00
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 GRETSCH SNARE DRUM TENSION LUG CASINGS SET of 2 #J405 US $21.00
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 1960s VINTAGE GRETSCH SNARE DRUM TENSION LUG CASINGS SET of 2 #J407 US $21.00
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 1950's GRETSCH 2" TENSION RODS for SNARE DRUM & TOM SET OF 8! LOT #J437 US $34.95
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 AUTHENTIC 60's GRETSCH 2" TENSION RODS X 6 for SNARE DRUM TOM & SET LOT #T124 US $26.95
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 1960s GRETSCH 3-1/8" TENSION RODS SET OF 8 for FLOOR TOM & DRUM SET LOT #J476 US $45.00
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 AUTHENTIC 1960's GRETSCH TENSION CASINGS X 6 for SNARE DRUM & SET LOT #T133 US $65.00
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 PEARL BASS DRUM TENSION ROD & CLAW VISION SERIES fits EXPORT SET TOO! LOT #K627 US $8.95
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 1960s PREMIER SLOTTED TENSION RODS for SNARE DRUM & DRUM SET x 8! LOT #J331 US $45.00
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 LATE 1960's GRETSCH TOM TENSION RODS x 6 for DRUM SET LOT #J685 US $26.95
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 1960s CAMCO TUXEDO SNARE DRUM TENSION CASINGS MATCHED SET of 8 LOT #K471 US $149.00
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 1960's LUDWIG 2" TENSION RODS for JAZZ FESTIVAL SNARE DRUM x 8! LOT #J439 US $39.95
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 1971 LUDWIG SUPRAPHONIC SNARE DRUM TENSION LUG CASINGS x 10 LOT #J318 US $95.00
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 1950's SLINGERLAND NICKEL PLATED TENSION LUG CASINGS x 2 for DRUM SET! LOT #J426 US $19.00
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 GRETSCH PARTS: 1960's GRETSCH SNARE DRUM CENTER TENSION LUG CASINGS x 3 LOT#J424 US $32.00
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 1970's SLINGERLAND SMALL TENSION LUG CASING for TOM FLOOR & DRUM SET LOT #J325 US $8.95
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 PEARL BASS DRUM CHROME TENSION LUG CASING VISION SERIES LUGS CASINGS LOT #K628 US $6.95
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 1960's GRETSCH 2-5/8" TENSION RODS x 6 for SNARE DRUM & DRUM SET LOT #J913 US $29.95
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 1960's LUDWIG 2" TENSION RODS for JAZZ FESTIVAL SNARE DRUM SET OF 8! LOT #J435 US $34.95
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 16 RECENT GRETSCH 2" TENSION RODS for SNARE DRUM TOM FLOOR & SET LOT #K767 US $34.95
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 10 RECENT GRETSCH 2" TENSION RODS for SNARE DRUM TOM FLOOR & SET LOT #K768 US $24.95
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 Vintage Tama Superstar Imperialstar Floor Tom Snare Drum Tension Rod Set of 12 US $11.99
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 Cannon Chrome Bass Drum Tension T-Rods Bag of 10 NEW US $34.74
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 SET OF 10! 70's/80's GRETSCH USA TENSION LUG CASINGS for DRUM SET LOT #K104 US $95.00
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 60s SLINGERLAND CHROME SMALL TENSION LUG CASINGS for TOM & DRUM SET x 6 LOT#K111 US $34.95
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 1960's SLINGERLAND CHROME SMALL TENSION LUG CASINGS x 4 for TOM & DRUM LOT #K112 US $24.95
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 1960's SLINGERLAND CHROME SMALL TOM TENSION LUG CASINGS for DRUM SET x6 LOT#K110 US $34.95
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 200 nylon snare/drum kit washers, for tension rod BLACK US $29.23
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 100 nylon snare/drum kit washers, for tension rod/screw US $18.16
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 RARE 1960's CAMCO ARISTOCRAT SNARE DRUM TENSION LUG CASINGS OAKLAWN IL LOT# K761 US $195.00
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 10 CLAWS 6 T RODS 4 TENSION RODS FOR BASS DRUM HOOP MOUNT US $14.99
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 Vintage bass drum tension T-rods US $5.00
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 VINTAGE PREMIER DRUM SNARE DRUM TENSION RODS (8) CHROME VERY GOOD CONDITION!! US $19.95
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 Pearl set of 16 Bass drum claws and tension rods! Parts!!!! US $35.00
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 Pearl set of 16 bass drum drum tension rods! Parts US $15.00
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 Slingerland Haskell W. Harr Super Tension 14"X10" Parade/Marching Snare Drum. US $57.00
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 3 Vintage 1930's Ludwig Bass Drum Tension Rods With Claws16" US $.99
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 New Gibraltar Bass Drum Tension Rod 6mm. 4-Pack SC-BDTR/L US $11.99
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 New Gibraltar Bass Drum Tension Rod 7/32" 4-Pack SC-BDTR/S US $11.99
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 Pearl Drum Key Old Style for Tom or Snare Drum Tension Rods US $6.99
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 Vintage 1960'S Premier Drum Tom Parts & Hoop,Tension Rods,Badge,Head,Shell... US $10.05
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 GRETSCH PARTS: 60s GRETSCH 2-5/8" TENSION RODS for DRUM SET x 6! LOT #J227 US $29.95
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 70s GRETSCH 2" TENSION RODS x6 SNARE DRUM TOM #A9 US $34.95
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 RARE PREMIER 1-15/16" SNARE DRUM TENSION RODS LOT #482A US $49.00
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 70s GRETSCH 2" TENSION RODS x6 SNARE DRUM TOM #A10 US $34.95
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 70s GRETSCH 2" TENSION RODS x8 SNARE DRUM TOM #1025 US $32.50
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 PARTS: 1960s/1970s SLINGERLAND 1-7/8" TENSION RODS x 8 for SNARE DRUM LOT #J229 US $34.95
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 70s GRETSCH 2" TENSION RODS x8 SNARE DRUM TOM #1024 US $34.95
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 1960's/1970's GRETSCH 2" TENSION RODS for SNARE DRUM or TOM 8 COUNT LOT#L40 US $34.95
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 PARTS: 60's / 70's SLINGERLAND 1-7/8" TENSION RODS x 8 for SNARE DRUM LOT #J231 US $29.95
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 60s GRETSCH SNARE DRUM TENSION CASINGS x6 #A5 US $49.00
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 RARE!!! 1950's GRETSCH SNARE DRUM TENSION RODS SET OF 16! LOT #J228 US $79.00
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 Six 12" tension rods for a drum US $22.00
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 DrumTech Advanced Drum Tuning System Tension Assembly US $18.74
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 TAMA - 8 TENSION RODS - Snare Drum Hoop & Rim Screw Project Parts US $14.98
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 1960's GRETSCH SNARE DRUM TENSION LUG CASINGS x 6 for DRUM SET LOT# K352 US $59.00
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 ATTN: ALL DRUM BUILDERS 70's LUDWIG LONG MACH TENSION LUG CASINGS X 10 LOT #K486 US $95.00
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 VINTAGE 1960's GRETSCH 2" TENSION RODS x 6 for SNARE DRUM & DRUM SET LOT# K369 US $26.95
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 1960's GRETSCH SNARE DRUM TENSION LUG CASINGS x 8 for DRUM SET LOT# K345 US $75.00
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 SET OF 6! 1960's GRETSCH 2" TENSION RODS for SNARE DRUM & DRUM SET LOT# K370 US $26.95
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 Vintage Antique Marching Snare Drum Parts - Leg rest, tension rods, etc. US $20.00
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 VINTAGE TAMA SUPERSTAR 4 1/2" BASS DRUM TENSION T-RODS SCREWS & CLAWS! US $6.95
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 VINTAGE TAMA SUPERSTAR 5" BASS DRUM TENSION T-RODS SCREWS & CLAWS! US $6.95
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 10 Vintage Slingerland Bass Drum Tension Rods and Claws Nickel Cloud Badge US $31.00
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 PEARL BASS DRUM CLAW AND TENSION ROD SET OF 16 DRUM CLAWS US $42.00
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 60's LUDWIG SMALL TOM TENSION CASINGS in NICKEL X 6 for TOM & DRUM SET LOT #T212 US $55.00
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 60's LUDWIG SMALL TOM TENSION CASINGS in NICKEL X 6 for TOM & DRUM SET LOT #T213 US $55.00
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 1960s LUDWIG ACROLITE SNARE DRUM TENSION CASINGS X8 LOT #K544 US $75.00
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 1960'S GRETSCH BASS DRUM & FLOOR TOM LUG TENSION CASINGS X 16 LOT #T4 US $99.00
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 Light Duty BASS DRUM PEDAL - Double Spring Tension US $16.95
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 1 - 2" Drum Set Tension Rod US $2.75
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 Gibraltar Metal Tension Rod Washers for Drums (12) Pack - SC-11 US $4.90
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 RARE 1940s WFL Pre- Ludwig LARGE TENSION CASINGS BASS DRUM TOM & FLOOR LOT #T168 US $75.00
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 RARE 1940s WFL Pre- Ludwig LARGE TENSION CASINGS BASS DRUM TOM & FLOOR LOT #T167 US $75.00
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 1970s SLINGERLAND SNARE DRUM TENSION CASINGS x8 for SET #K567 US $55.00
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 RARE 40s WFL Pre- Ludwig 2.75" TENSION RODS for FLOOR TOM & DRUM SET LOT #T170 US $49.00
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 EXC/MINT 60s/70s VINTAGE SLINGERLAND DRUM 2" TENSION ROD T-RODS multiples avail. US $4.94
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 16 Vintage Rogers Drum Co Tension Rods 1.5" Dynasonic Powertone Early 1960 s B&B US $32.00
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 1960's LUDWIG 3.25" FLOOR TOM TENSION RODS x 8 for DRUM SET LOT #J860 US $39.95
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 1960's GRETSCH SNARE DRUM TENSION LUG CASINGS x 2 for DRUM SET LOT #K49 US $21.00
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 SET OF 2! 1960's GRETSCH SNARE DRUM TENSION LUG CASINGS for DRUM SET LOT #K50 US $21.00
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 60s/70s SLINGERLAND SNARE DRUM TENSION RODS LOT #131 US $32.50
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Drum Tension
Paco Barillà - Liquid Tension Experiment - Paradigm Shift (Drum Cover)
Snare Drum Tuning - Tuning For Rock and Pop Drum Set Snare
Maximizing this sound and ensuring it matches your desired genre and style will help your band or group's music feel clearer, crisper, and more professional.
The building blocks of a good snare sound are the quality of the materials and the time and effort put forth in tuning it appropriately. Using a poorly constructed or damaged snare, a bad or worn-out head, or paying little attention to tuning will all negatively impact the overall response and tonal quality of any drum. It is recommended that you always use the best materials available within your budget, from your preferred manufacturer, and that you practice and become experienced at tuning your equipment.
Different kinds of drum materials (aluminum, steel, brass, various woods, etc.) will change the basic sound range the drum will produce, so a basic understanding of the varieties is important for any new purchase. Consult your favorite manufacturer's Web site for more information on the range of products available.
There are actually three relatively simple steps involved in the tuning of a snare drum. While they can largely be done in any order, the most common and practical order is followed below. This involves tuning the resonant head, then the batter head, and finally the snare unit itself.
First, take it off. Take it all off. De-tune and remove the top head by unscrewing its lugs. Turn the drum over gently and detach the snare. Depending on the model, this may involve untying string (remember or write down how tight and the kind of knot so it can be copied later) or removing lugs or regular screws. Finally, remove the bottom head. You're ready to start over.
Tuning the Resonant Head
The bottom head - or resonant head - is the side that comes in contact with the snares that give the drum its name. It's typically thinner and more sensitive than the top head - or batter head - and should be medium or thin for use in rock and pop music.
Check the bearing edge (the edge of the shell where the head meets the side of the drum) for damage and dirt. Use a gentle cloth or paper towel to remove any dust, dirt, or sawdust from the edge. If the edge is significantly damaged, including splinters, visible warping, or cracks, you should consult an experienced drummer or technician for repair or replacement options.
Once the edge is ready, gently place the new head on the drum and replace the rim and lugs. Tighten each of the lugs down by hand until they make contact with the rim and start to affect the tension of the head. At this point, tighten each of the lugs a half-turn (180 degrees) with the drum key, always tightening opposite lugs consecutively.
Once you reach a tension where the head produces an undistorted tone when gently tapped with a stick, very carefully press down on the center of the head with the palm of your hand. The head is delicate, and will tear or break if mishandled, so don't pound or lean heavily on the center. Re-tune the head up to the lowest possible undistorted tone, and then an additional half-turn. By gently tapping the head near each lug with a drumstick, carefully tune all the lugs to each other, listening to the overtones produced at each point.
Congratulations, you have one-third of a snare.
Tuning the Batter Head
The batter head of the snare is the side struck by the stick. This side usually employs a white coated head that, when new, has a rough sandpaper feeling. On a rock or pop setup, a medium to heavy thickness head should be employed for increased durability and projection.
Follow the same directions for cleaning the bearing edge from the resonant head section. Keep in mind that the batter side bearing edge is less likely to be dirty, but more likely to be damaged.
In addition, you can follow the same directions for placing and tightening the rim. Significantly more pressure can be applied in the center of the drum, and once the batter head again produces an undistorted sound, tune the top head to approximately the same pitch as the bottom.
At this point, a lot of the finer details of snare tuning are left to personal preference. Professor Sound's Drum Tuning Bible provides several time-tested options you can try to find your preferred snare sound.
I prefer tuning the batter head about a major third (or four half-steps intervals) higher than the bottom head, but you should experiment to find the combination you want. This will all come together soon.
Tuning the Snare "Unit"
Replace the snare, doing your best to reattach it in the same way it was originally placed. Unless your drum has finger-screws on both sides, remember to leave some slack on the "tightening" side of the snare assembly, so that the snare will be centered at full tension. Flip the snare over and place it in a stand as usual. Loosen the snare assembly's finger-screw so that with the snare will not touch the resonant side when the strainer is switched to the "on" position.
Slowly tighten the finger-screw(s) until the snare barely touches the bottom head when struck at a normal volume. For a solid pop or rock sound, you're going to slowly tighten the snare (in the "on" position) until the snare stops producing a "slap" and sounds like an inherent, rich part of the overall drum note.
It's all set and ready to play!
Keeping it Up
Remember to regularly check the tuning on the batter head, especially if you consistently play rim shots. Less frequently, check the tuning of the bottom head, ensuring the snare sound remains the same. Your heads will last longer, and the quality of your sound will stay strong and consistent.
Keep on playing the music you love, and doing it well; good things will happen.
Walter Baumann is a musician, writer, and computer gamer who also occasionally finds time to eat and sleep. He plays with and recommends Vic Firth drumsticks.
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