Shell Edges?

[Nu-tra]

I was checking the edges on my shells. I feel a few spots that are not as smooth. How bad does a ding have to be before I have to get the edges redone? It's very small


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[RoundBadge]

Originally Posted by Nu-tra

I was checking the edges on my shells. I feel a few spots that are not as smooth. How bad does a ding have to be before I have to get the edges redone? It's very small


V

got any picks?

how old are the drums?




a couple small dings won't kill the drum..
but a bunch of spots where you feel flatness and wear can kill your tuning /tone and range
...an old drum thats out of round is a real problem

i have my own router table to redo or cut fresh ones on the drums I build ...
..so i'm kinda anal anout edges

[C/G]

I had an older snare's bearing edges recut. The edges were not horrible, just a little dinged ect form years of use. The new edges being cut made it sound way better to me and it is almost like a new drum. I have a new set of Ludwig custom maples and those edges are ok, not great for a new kit so they are going to be redone when I get some down time with the band and won't be using my kit 4 times a week.

[RoundBadge]

Originally Posted by Colin Gaucher

I had an older snare's bearing edges recut. The edges were not horrible, just a little dinged ect form years of use. The new edges being cut made it sound way better to me and it is almost like a new drum. I have a new set of Ludwig custom maples and those edges are ok, not great for a new kit so they are going to be redone when I get some down time with the band and won't be using my kit 4 times a week.

Good call Colin..
I recut some new Luddies recently..makes a difference for the better

[C/G]

I am unsure about the bass drum and will probably just leave it be. RB, you think I should bother re cutting the kick?

[RoundBadge]

Originally Posted by Colin Gaucher

I am unsure about the bass drum and will probably just leave it be. RB, you think I should bother re cutting the kick?

If it sounds good to you ..I wouldn't bother

[C/G]

Originally Posted by RoundBadge

If it sounds good to you ..I wouldn't bother

Yeah, it sounds fine as is, so I think I'll leave it be. I use a 24" and like it kind of thumpy so I have no need for a ton of attack coming off the kick. That Luddy kit actually sounds pretty damn good, even for a wrapped kit and once the edges are redone it will be stupendous. Thanks.