Products

Q. Why do you have so many different practice pad models? 

A. Quite simply that “one size” doesn’t fit all.

With the Tom Brown “Select Tone” Practice Pad range. We have three different textured playing surfaces to suit different tastes. We use the “Soft-Tone” Model with most of our Beginners, as it’s normally a bit easier to learn & practice rolls on it. It’s also quieter, so suits some drummers, for practicing at home. The “Original-Tone” Model is medium in texture and is a good all-round pad that should suit most tastes. Not too soft and not too hard. The “Crisp-Tone” Model, we use for Corps work as it is a bit harder in texture and is extremely clear in sound, so any roughness is picked out. It is also similar in feel to playing on a drum.  

Q. Are the TG1 “Original Drumsticks a new model? 

A. No. They are basically the old TG1. Blue Label Maple drumstick, which was discontinued a few years ago. The New TG1 Model is made by Vic Firth and is stamped with a black logo now. Adding “Originals” to the name was to let everyone know that they were the “Original TG1. Model. The TG1Original Model only comes with the Black Logo & writing now. If offered this model with TG1 in blue writing. It is not our stick and is probably of inferior quality. 

Q. What’s the difference between a Drum Harness and a Drum Carrier? 

A. Drum Harnesses are normally a soft (leather or Nylon) Material. Drum Carriers are normally constructed of a more rigid material. 

Q. What makes the TG Drum Carriers more comfortable than other manufacturer’s models on the market? 

A. To start with. The TG Drum Carrier Range was specifically designed for Pipe Band Drummers. There are a few important things built into the design which makes our Carrier less rigid than other makes. We’ve managed to get a happy medium between the sling and a carrier that you don’t get from others.

Q. Are the TG Drum Carriers  the ones with the polished Aluminium finish?

A. No. Our TG Drum Carrier Range is manufactured exclusively for us by Andante Percussion, N.I.  They all have a “chrome-scent” powder coat finish to them. If offered this product in any other finish. It is not our product and is probably of inferior quality. All out products are marked or labeled with the TG Logo.

Q. Will the TG Snare Carrier work with other makes of drums other than the Andante Reactor Snare Drum?

A. Yes. There is an adapter attachment available that is designed to fit on to both Pearl & Premier Snare Drums that will allow you to use the TG Snare Drum Carrier’s existing Bracket. This can be purchased separately for existing Carrier owners or purchased as a package with the Carrier.