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Short answer: Lessen sustain and rid overtones. Two of my friends add duct tape on their drums to shape the tone of the toms (for a mellow sound), but never on the snare (poppy sound). Without the tape, the sustain of the toms was way too long for the small area we record in. The duct tape acted as a cheap damper.
- Why do people tape their cymbals?
- Why do drummers use tape?
- Why do drummers put their wallet on the snare?
Why do people tape their cymbals?
A common technique for reducing the volume and ringing of drums and cymbals is to place duct tape on the drum head or cymbal. It can also reduce low rumble in toms and harmonics from an overly “live” drum or cymbal. ... Gaffer tape, such as Hosa Gaffer Tape, is similar, but better suited for drums.
Why do drummers use tape?
So, why do drummers put tape on their drum heads? The primary reason why drummers apply tape on the surface of their drum heads is for the reduction of over tones or sustain. Applying tape also allows for better studio recordings and it can help reduce the volume of the drums slightly.
Why do drummers put their wallet on the snare?
The Drum Wallet flips on and off your drums to instantly add control and fatten up the sound. These are great for both snare drums and toms. The Drum Wallet is quick and easy to use, and has the perfect amount of weight to add warmth, fatness, and remove overtones, without choking the drum.
