Jhostetler
Senior Member
Hi guys. So, I'm thinking about "building" my own snare drum. It's more of an "assembly" of various parts since being I don't have a workshop here at college. I've found few places online that offer decent prices on shells and drilling services, and I'd like to have some input from you all as well.
I'm looking at a 14"x6.5", Keller 5 ply maple shell with reinforcement rings. I have a set of older Rogers Dynasonic hardware (Minus the snare bridge) that I plan to use. (Note: I've looked into making a Dynasonic clone, but it's not really what I'm looking for at the moment.) It will mainly be used for Jazz, though I also do some recording work and am always looking for new sounds.
In looking at what bearing edge to get, I was wondering what will give me the best overall combination of "vintage" and "versatility?" I was thinking of a 45 degree edge on the Reso side, and a vintage 30 degree edge on the batter.
I sometimes wonder if I'm over-thinking this and should just go with dual 45's. But I also want to get it right the first time and save myself from not liking the results.
Thoughts?
I'm looking at a 14"x6.5", Keller 5 ply maple shell with reinforcement rings. I have a set of older Rogers Dynasonic hardware (Minus the snare bridge) that I plan to use. (Note: I've looked into making a Dynasonic clone, but it's not really what I'm looking for at the moment.) It will mainly be used for Jazz, though I also do some recording work and am always looking for new sounds.
In looking at what bearing edge to get, I was wondering what will give me the best overall combination of "vintage" and "versatility?" I was thinking of a 45 degree edge on the Reso side, and a vintage 30 degree edge on the batter.
I sometimes wonder if I'm over-thinking this and should just go with dual 45's. But I also want to get it right the first time and save myself from not liking the results.
Thoughts?