I have a 20" calfskin bass drum head that I want to use as a resonant head. A previous owner used it as a batter head. It has a small hole in the center ( about 1/4" ). Is there a way to make a patch on the inside to cover the hole that will allow me to use the head as a resonant head? All thoughts will be appreciated. Thanks, Jerry.
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small calfskin hole repair.
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Jerry I never tried this but have seen people glue a small piece of old drum head over the hole. For a reso head it might be ok? I guess a scrap of calf skin would be best but maybe a old Remo if no extra skins around.
Glenn.
Not a guru just havin fun with some old dusty drums.
Not a guru just havin fun with some old dusty drums.
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Thank you very much for the response. Any idea what glue would be best to use? Also, should it be weighted down while drying? I'm thinking I will put the patch on the backside of the head.
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ive used hide glue and a small piece of old skin you'd be surprised how good it holds up
April 2nd 1969 scarfed pink champagne holly wood and 65/66 downbeat snare, and , supra same year very minty kit old pies
66/67 downbeat with canister
Super 400 small round knob
1967 super classic obp
once the brass ceases to glitter, and the drum looses its luster, and the stage remains dark, all you have left is the timbre of family.
66/67 downbeat with canister
Super 400 small round knob
1967 super classic obp
once the brass ceases to glitter, and the drum looses its luster, and the stage remains dark, all you have left is the timbre of family.
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Had the same issue and cut two round patches from another calf head, placing one inside and one out. Used a fabric glue which is flexible after drying and a small 10 pound weight during the drying period. Worked perfectly and is still holding!
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Thanks for all the responses. It's all good, helpful info. Thanks again, Jerry.
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the hide( made from animal hides) glue is very stringy and will flex beyond so it is a perfect blend with strength and it is all natural,,,
April 2nd 1969 scarfed pink champagne holly wood and 65/66 downbeat snare, and , supra same year very minty kit old pies
66/67 downbeat with canister
Super 400 small round knob
1967 super classic obp
once the brass ceases to glitter, and the drum looses its luster, and the stage remains dark, all you have left is the timbre of family.
66/67 downbeat with canister
Super 400 small round knob
1967 super classic obp
once the brass ceases to glitter, and the drum looses its luster, and the stage remains dark, all you have left is the timbre of family.
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How about a Skin Graft??? :)
Cheers
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'69 Slingerland Hollywood Ace
'75 Rogers Dynasonic 6.5 x 14, 10 lug COB
'77-78 Slingerland 6.5 x 14, 10 lug COB
'78-79 Slingerland 5 1/4 x14 8 lug COB
'79 Biman 5 1/4, Acrolite
'82 Slingerland 5 1/4 x 14. Festival COS
'84 Tama MasterCraft Superstar 6.5 x 14, 10 lug Rosewood
'98 Slingerland (Music YO) 6" 10 Lug Maple.. NOS
Zildjian, Sabian , UFIP & Paiste mix.
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a dead skin graft bond, works well to each other all natural ingredients, do u remember that old glue with the split rubber tip we used in class when we were in grade school? that's a weaker form of horse hide glue same principal except get it from Tandy leather company ive had a few cal heads with repairs like that and on batter side no issues ...
April 2nd 1969 scarfed pink champagne holly wood and 65/66 downbeat snare, and , supra same year very minty kit old pies
66/67 downbeat with canister
Super 400 small round knob
1967 super classic obp
once the brass ceases to glitter, and the drum looses its luster, and the stage remains dark, all you have left is the timbre of family.
66/67 downbeat with canister
Super 400 small round knob
1967 super classic obp
once the brass ceases to glitter, and the drum looses its luster, and the stage remains dark, all you have left is the timbre of family.
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