Hey Folks,
I have a ton of drum projects I am trying to complete _ mostly stuff for my own personal use _ but also some to sell or trade.
Anyways _ jokingly in another thread I mentioned that in most cases I really can't tell the difference in standard tension rods between the major makers.
Obviously _ Old Sonor slotted head _ and Bass Drum T-Rods are quite identifiable and specific _ but regarding your standard variety 12/24 thread _ snare and tom tension rods _ I can really see no difference _ and suspect that most drum manufacturers outsourced that production to a few central vendors.
With prices on eBay going anywhere between $2 to $4 bucks a pop _ per period correct and "authentic" tension rod _ can you folks REALLY tell the difference between them?
I suppose the differences are subtle for most times I can't tell them apart.
Granted most of my stuff is intended for playing _ and NOT intended to be show quality _ anyways _ what are your thoughts about all this?
How important do you feel it is to get the manufacturer specific tensions rods for your vintage drums?
Ohm
