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What are the differences in sound of different SONOR drum heads? |
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What is the best method of tuning drums? |
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Can SONOR S-Class and Delite drums be manufactured to my custom specifications? |
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What is the difference between the several types of wood used for SONOR drums? |
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Why do some SONOR drums have square headed tension rods? |
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Is it possible to use SONOR slotted screws for a Force series drum set? |
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Can you fit the T.A.R. system on other brands of drums? |
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Can I get replacement parts for discontinued SONOR drum series? |
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Can I use discontinued hardware components with current SONOR drum series?A: This depends on the type of tom mounting bracket. You cannot combine the ball clamp style of tom holder with tom brackets that retract into the shell. This requires an exchange of the tom mounting bracket. Please, consult your local drum store for details. |
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What is meant by bearing edge bevel? |
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Which type of head is used for SONOR bass drums? |
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Welche Felle werden für SONOR Bass Drum verwendet? |
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What are the differences in sound of different SONOR drum heads?
SONOR offers Power Skin drum heads made by Remo. Power Skin White Medium and Clear Medium are comparable to Remo Ambassador heads with their open, bright and resonant sound with plenty of attack. Power Skin Clear Heavy heads compare to Remo Emperor heads with a dark sound and a consistent open tone plus high durability. Power Skin Clear Power and Black Power heads feature near-perfect balance of response and tone control such as Remo Powerstroke heads. Power Skin Clear Double heads are the perfect choice for a fat , low pitched rock sound with very focused tone like Remo Pinstripes.
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What is the best method of tuning drums?
There are many different approaches to drum tuning. This FAQ can only give you a guideline for a basic tuning principle using a new head. Start by tightening opposite lugs on your drum just until you feel some resistance. After you have put equal tension on the drum head place your palm on the head and press it firmly. This will loosen the stiffness of the head and center it on the shell edge. Now strike the head close to each lug and adjust the tension to your desired pitch. Continue until you have an equal pitch all around the head. Tuning the bottom head will determine the overall pitch and sustain of your drum depending on how tight or loose you tune it. Further information on drum tuning is available on several drumming websites and in books and videos at your local drum store. Also check the Sound Talk forum and follow discussions there.
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Can SONOR S-Class and Delite drums be manufactured to my custom specifications?
For a complete listing of all available Delite-, S-Class PRO and Force Series drums please check this website and the respective catalogues and price lists. They offer a wide range of sizes and finishes. SONOR Designer Series are available as custom made drums. They will be made individually to your specifications. This requires extra time for production. Please, check with your local dealer for delivery times.
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What is the difference between the several types of wood used for SONOR drums?
Maple, birch and basswood are the most commonly used types of wood for the manufacturing of SONOR drums series. Each wood has its own, distinct tonal quality due to its material structure and density. In addition the thickness, diameter and depth of the drum shell plus the selection of drum heads play an important role in determining the sound character. Combining all these factors gives you an incredible amount of sound choices. For specific descriptions of different SONOR shell types please refer to the detailed description of each drum series on its website.
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Why do some SONOR drums have square headed tension rods?
SONOR mid and high end drum series come standard with slotted tension rods. SONOR Force Series come with square headed tension rods. SONOR high end Artist Series snare drums also have square headed tension rods to allow easy integration into existing drum setups.
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Is it possible to use SONOR slotted screws for a Force series drum set?
No, this is not possible due to the different dimensions of the lug casings.
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Can you fit the T.A.R. system on other brands of drums?
You can easily upgrade your existing SONOR Force 2001 and 3001 Series with the T.A.R. Mounting System. This requires the exchange the old lugs against the new lug type. For other drum brands than SONOR please verify the lug position and the distance between the lugs on the shell to ensure that T.A.R. will fit on these drums.
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Can I get replacement parts for discontinued SONOR drum series?
SONOR provides replacement part service for discontinued series for approx. 2 years
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Can I use discontinued hardware components with current SONOR drum series?A: This depends on the type of tom mounting bracket. You cannot combine the ball clamp style of tom holder with tom brackets that retract into the shell. This requires an exchange of the tom mounting bracket. Please, consult your local drum store for details.
This depends on the type of tom mounting bracket. You cannot combine the ball clamp style of tom holder with tom brackets that retract into the shell. This requires an exchange of the tom mounting bracket. Please, consult your local drum store for details.
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What is meant by bearing edge bevel?
The bearing edge bevel ist the degree of chamfer cut on the inside and outside of the shell. It is crucially important for the sound quality. Usually the bearing edge has a 45° radius on the inside. On the outside there is a small beveling. The more accurate the bearing edge is cut, the better the drum can be tuned resulting in optimum sound projection.
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Which type of head is used for SONOR bass drums?
SONOR bass drum heads feature an EQ (Edge Ring) or a Powerstroke underlay ring for better tone control and a subtle dampening of unwanted over-ring.
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Welche Felle werden für SONOR Bass Drum verwendet?
SONOR Bass Drums sind mit EQ (Edge Ring) oder Powerstroke Fellen ausgestattet. Sie bieten eine bessere Klangkontrolle und eine wirkungsvolle Dämpfung bzw. Eliminierung unerwünschter Obertöne.
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