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TIPCODES DRUMS

Tipcode:

DRUM-001

This Tipcode shows you the main elements of a five-piece drum set plus cymbals.

DRUM-002

Play this Tipcode to hear what the rhythm below sounds like.

DRUM-003

This Tipcode shows you how to check the bearing edge of a drum.

DRUM-004

This Tipcode demonstrates the use of a tape measure to check if a shell isn’t out of round.

DRUM-005

This Tipcode shows you the flexibility of a ball-and-socket joint.

DRUM-006

Play this Tipcode to see how to set and use a memory lock (see the next page).

DRUM-007

This is how to adjust and lock the spring tension of a bass drum pedal.

DRUM-008

A hi-hat pedal with adjustable spring tension is shown in this Tipcode.

DRUM-009

A brief demonstration of a convertible boom stand.

DRUM-010

Securing a snare drum in a snare drum basket is shown in this Tipcode.

DRUM-011

This Tipcode shows a bass drum head with a second, removable muffling ring.

DRUM-012

Here’s the visible difference between unlathed and lathed cymbals.

DRUM-013

A demonstration of the ease of use of a ratchet key.

DRUM-014

It takes a bit of practice, but you can loosen or tighten two tension rods at the same time, as shown in this Tipcode.

DRUM-015

This Tipcode shows you how to put the head on the drum (tip: Align the drum head logo with the drum’s badge!). Use your fingers to create a basic even tension all around the head. The next step, increasing the tension with a drum key, is shown in Tipcode DRUM-016.

DRUM-016

This Tipcode shows you how to put the head on the drum (tip: Align the drum head logo with the drum’s badge!). Use your fingers to create a basic even tension all around the head. The next step, increasing the tension with a drum key, is shown in Tipcode DRUM-016.

DRUM-017

Here’s an essential tip to help you determine the exact pitch of a drum head at each tension rod: Gently place a finger in the exact center of the head.

DRUM-018

Want to see how to make this bridge step by step? Then play this Tipcode!

DRUM-019

Adjusting an old-fashioned but still very effective internal muffler is shown in this Tipcode.

DRUM-020

These Tipcodes show you how to mount your top cymbal and how to adjust and lock its desired amount of play.

DRUM-021

These Tipcodes show you how to mount your top cymbal and how to adjust and lock its desired amount of play.

DRUM-022

A brief visit to a drum factory, showing how drums are made, finished, and assembled.

DRUM-023

This film shows the traditional way of making hand-hammered cymbals.