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by Brian Maroevich (Author)
"Drum Building Secrets" is a step-by-step guide that shows you the techniques you need to know to succeed at building a professional level drum set. 8.5 inch x 11 inch format!In "Drum Building Secrets" you'll discover what kind of drum shells to choose, and how to build a professional level drum kit from the ground up from your home or in your workshop. Building a quality drum set is not easy! Nothing worthwhile is easy. But I make it much easier and eliminate the frustration you will encounter when you try and do it all by yourself.I make it easier for you by providing you with 10 simple step by step directions... Table Of Contents: Introduction4Getting Started: A Broad Outline5What Makes a Great Drum?: The Basics of Building a Fine Instrument8The Shell8Head13The Bearing Edge13Hoops15Lugs16The Essentials: What You'll Need to Complete This Drum-Making Project18Drum Components18Equipment and Essential Tools19Other Helpful, Though Not Essential, Items20NOTE: Read This Section Before Beginning the Step-By-Step Instructions22Step 1: Prepare the Drum Shell24Step 2: Sand the Drum Shell30Step 3: Dye or Stain the Shell Wood32Step 4: Re-Sand the Newly Stained or Dyed Shell Wood34Step 5: Finish the Shell with a Clear Protective Coating36Step 6: Apply the Wrap39Tape Versus Glue: A Brief Explanation39Applying a Wrap with Hi-Bond Adhesive40Applying the Wrap with Glue43Step 7: Drilling the Lug Holes52Step 8: Drill the Vent Holes57Special Note For Snare Drums58Step 9: Putting Together the Final Pieces59For Toms60For Bass Drums61Step 10: Setting Up Your Drum Set62Conclusion64Appendix A: A Drummer's Glossary66Appendix B: Resources for Drummers69Testimonials: "I ordered the drum building secrets manual, and it's amazing! Thank you so much for putting it together, it really does make a big difference. I want to tell all my drum friends about it, but at the same time, I kind of don't want to (so they don't find out where I get my tips from), but, nonetheless, I have told quite a few people.I had many questions and self-doubts about attempting a build, but after reading the e-book, I have nothing but confidence, and my first build (an 8" tom) was a great success!"Thanks again, Jimmy Shand"I really enjoyed your book and I did actually use it, I built a snare drum. Nothing fancy, just used the basic information to build a basic drum, it was very informative and did help me with all the details I needed. I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to build a single snare to a full double bass set. In fact I plan to build a complete set next summer and will use Drum Building Secrets again! Thank you."Mauricio V. Cordova, TXDrum Building Secrets will give you the knowledge you need to speak intelligently about how drums are built. There is nothing more satisfying than building your own drum kit.
