Building a drumset

This page deals with the drumbits required to build a drumset.

The basic procedure below is the same for all drumset drums - specifics outlined at the end

Drumbits Needed

• Drum shell
  • Shell finish - lacquer, varnish or wrap
• Nut Boxes
• Tension Rods
• Air vent
• Drum Hoops
• Resonant drum head
• Batter drum head

Process

Prepare shell

• Create [bearing edges] on both ends of the [drum shell], or purchase a shell with the edges cut.
• For snares, create a [snare bed] to enable the [snare wires] to lie more flat against the [drum head]
• Drill holes in the shell appropriate to the [nut boxes] you are to use.
• Drill hole in the shell for [Air vent]

Drum Finish

• Take the appropriate steps to either attach the drum wrap or to stain and lacquer / varnish the shell
• Re-drill holes through wrap and or ensure that holes are clear of lacquer

Assemble Drum

• Attach the nutboxes, air vent and drum-specific elements to the shell
• Fit heads and place under tension
• Adjust to your requirements
• Enjoy

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snare drum

• Snare wires,
• throw-off and butt
• snare bed cut into bearing edge

Bass / kick drum

• [Spurs] to keep drum stable and in position.
• Use [claws] on drum hoops
• Optional [tom holder] attachment

Rack Tom

• Optional tom holder