mco wrote:I was wondering why the conventional method for tuning snare drums, tom-toms, etc is to tighten the lugs using an "X" or cross pattern, while everything I've seen for tuning congas says to tighten the lugs in a circular pattern. Any ideas?
onile wrote:Drummers however have had warpped (sp?) heads on their drums for ages, look at Jerry Gonzales's drums. I guess it's up to the drummers own preference/discretion!
onile wrote:I didn't consider the "comfort" level factor, I have seen some players (mostly from tropical climate areas), where the "crown is down around 2 to 3" below the playing surface! Could this be the reason? Hummmmmm! ???
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