How to identify the parts of a drum set!

With this explanation you will receive the knowledge to be able to identify each drum on the drum set.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• A 5-piece drum set
• A pair of drum sticks

1. The Bass Drum. The first drum you will need to know about is the (BASS DRUM), It's that large drum that sits on the floor on it's side usually ranging from "22 - 26" inches, 22 being standard for most sets. Connected to the bass drum is a foot pedal, stomp down on the pedal to create a large BOOOOM! sound. This is a critical part of the drum set.
2. The Snare Drum. The second drum you need to know about is the (SNARE DRUM), The snare usually sits on a stand in between you & the bass drum. It is made out of steel or wood & the size ranges from "13 - 14" inches, When hit with the drum stick it makes a loud crackling POP! sound. This is also a critical part of the drum set.
3. The Tomtoms. The third drum you need to know about is the (TOMTOM), The tomtom is the drum connected by a steel bar inserted through the top of the bass drum. Small to Large, the standard drum set has two tomtoms, ranging from "10 - 16" inches although some drummers use 1 or up to 4, The tomtom adds a hollow BOING! sound when hit with the drum stick, A less critical but good sounding part to the drum set.
4. The Floor Tom. The last drum of the drum set is the (FLOOR TOM), The floor tom is a large "16 - 18" inch tom that has steel legs & sits on the floor. Usually posistioned on side of the bass drum, under the tomtoms. This drum also makes a higher BOOM! sound when hit with the drum stick. Since it is smaller than the bass drum it makes a higher pitched sound. A critical part the drum set.

Tips & Warnings

• Pay attention to the sounds of each drum so you can create a good sounding fill.
• When traveling with your drum set buy cases so you can maximize you kits usage.
• Always handle any drum set with care, simply because you can easily damage the paint or hardware on it.
• When playing drums use ear protection of any kind because your hearing is most important.