"Drummers Only" Bob Gatzen Tuning Tip #3

Hey Bob, great video. What type of reso heads I should get for my 12 and 13 inch toms? They both have EC2 batter heads and factory reso heads. What head would give the best sound?

Thanks B! The EC-resos will generate more "density" in tone. If you want more of an open sound try the Genera-resonant.

Thanks dude! And I have one more question. What snare side head would you recommend for a 12 inch snare drum? I've been noticing that Evans doesn't have too many heads for 12 inchers

Basically there are 2 popular choices. the Hazy-200 or 300. The 300 is the most popular...it works well for just about any genre. The 200 generates a brighter sound.

im trying to get a real "cannon" sound out of my bass drum" its a 22"x22" and Im using pre muffled batter and resonant heads, how much muffling should I use and should it touch either of the heads. I am trying to use as little muffling as possible? please help
thanks

I suggest picking up 1-2 EQ pads. Begin by placing 1 pad in the bottom of the drum, NOT TOUCHING THE HEADS. Than against the batterlisten, than switch it to the reso head and compare. Next, try a second pad against both heads. Another mounting method is to apply 2 Velcro strips at the TOP of the shell to mount (hang) the pad upside down. It muffles in a different way...you may like it. There ya go!

thanks Bob

My pleasure

hey Bob, whats the best way to measure where to put a porthole or 2 in the front head

My boogie is to place it as close to the edge of the head as possible. This maximizes resonance. The more you position the hole towards the center will decrease resonance.