What is each drum called?
What is each drum called?
The most common configuration is a 5 piece kit consisting of a bass drum, snare drum and 3 toms (high, mid and low) – and then of course you also have the hi-hats, cymbals etc. but these don't count towards the number of 'pieces'.
Why are drums called toms?
Native american ceremonial drums were referred to as tom toms because of the sound they produced. that name stuck for non-snare drums. In the early 20th century imported drums from China without snares were called China Toms. Originally part of the trap set they began being mounted on bass drums early in the century.
How much is a good drum set?
Generally, a drum set costs between $300 and $1,000 on average. Factors that determine price are often quality of shells, hardware inclusion, custom builds, if they are hand-made, different tiers of quality within the brand, and the number of shells. Used instruments often offer a great entry into the drumming world.
What is in a 5 piece drum set?
The most common configuration is a 5 piece kit consisting of a bass drum, snare drum and 3 toms (high, mid and low) – and then of course you also have the hi-hats, cymbals etc. but these don't count towards the number of 'pieces'. You could have a 5 piece kit with 100 cymbals – it's still a 5 piece kit.
What are the different types of drums?
Also known as a “bass drum.” A kick drum is a large, low- or indefinitely pitched drum that is played using one or more mallets or beaters attached to foot-actuated pedal mechanisms. The wider the drum/head diameter, the lower in pitch the drum can play.)