Gretsch guys-need help: Bass drum rim placement

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I have Gretsch rims ready to go back on a bass drum. Hate to ask what I feel might be dumb question, but what goes against the bass drum head-the rounded edge or the tapered edge? I have the tapered edge facing out now and it looks like the claws aren't sitting correctly on the rims.

What gives? D. Help2

Posted on 4 years ago

levelpebble

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Flattest edge should go against the drumhead. Not certain which that would be, from your round vs tapered description.

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Posted on 4 years ago

grantro

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Agreed...Flat edge towards head...

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Posted on 4 years ago

jda

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+3 Flat Edge against Head

//Claws don't have to fit perfect (aftermarket hoops (or other reason) (they'll settle as you drive it (car talk)

it's ok.

But flattest edge against head

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..Joe