I'm quite particular on the angle of my snare drum, and I'd like for it to be completely flat. I've used the iphone compass app to make it to 0 degrees, which is flat, but I've found it's not that accurate.
Any techniques or apps or whatever you guys use to acheive this?
However, a small level costs next to nothing at the hardware store.
Glass of water placed on top of the snare.
If the water is level ,it's flat.
Just play yer bloody drums, young man.
This level of minutiae will be the end of you.
Glass of water placed on top of the snare.
If the water is level ,it's flat.
Lol I agree with this.
The more you play, and gig, the more your will realize that setting your kit exactly how you want it is superfluous. Not to mention, stressful as well.
should the glass be half full or half empty
Half full - but half full of urine.
Simply bring one ball bearing with you.
Wouldn't a glass marble be better? A ball bearing could be subject to magnetic interference...
As someone who has a tendency towards obsessive behaviours, I sympathise with the OP. And while the best advice is clearly just to relax and play what feels right, I'm thinking custom hoops with spirit-level inlays at 3 and 9 o'clock would be awesome.