Part of Michael’s Drums series of life-long joy
Michael’s Drums 18
18 Jul 2024 Update
Below is (still) my #1 snare, “steam-bent single-ply maple”. It’s so unusual because it is so unlike all my other drums. 1-ply steam-bent maple. Hardware unspecial except for its vintageness (which isn’t that much more ‘vintage’ compared my main kit’s hardware!). The rims are die-cast, not triple-flange. Heads are clear Evans, not Remo coated diplomats and amabassadors. No dampener. I’m half-tempted to switch out the rims and heads (bought a special set of extra-thin triple-flange hoops, intending to boost response and tang…but I’m also other-half-insistent on leaving well enough alone…I’ll probably give in pretty soon and make the switch…but, could this sound actually be improved?
