Hello all,
I have a couple of concert toms that I would like to turn into closed toms (13", 14" & 15" with granitone interiors). They are Ludwig concert toms (b/o badge) and have reinforcing rings - top & bottom on the inner shell.
I'm naturally going to have to drill holes in order to fit more lugs onto the bottom sides of the shells. I know it will be a little tricky, since I've never drilled a drum shell before.
I'm considering using a drill press as I don't want to perform this task with a drill free-hand and wrecking the whole thing. Just not sure how to go about the whole process, like how to steady the drum while drilling etc.
Just wondering if anyone has ever done this and if they had any drilling tips/things I should be careful of.
Thanks very much for any info.
Happy drumming!