Specifications for Early 19^th Century Model Drums

Specifications for Drum Shell and Counterhoop Materials, Snare Gut, Drum Heads, Artwork, Tack Design, Warranty and Registration are the same as for the Liberty Model Drums. Please bear in mind that these are basic suggestions. The degree to which the drum is made suitable to the contemporary percussionist while maintaining authenticity to the period is entirely up to the individual musician. Contact us for your detailed custom needs.

Drum Shell Sizes
A widely used rule of thumb for this period is that the shell should be "square" (e.g. 16" x 16"), or no more than 2" longer than its diameter (e.g. 16" x 18"). For bass drums we recommend 24" dia. and a width as large as you can comfortably carry (e.g. 20" x 24" is a popular size). All Cooperman drums are custom made to order in a wide range of depths and diameters. Rope tension snare drums are named by shell size as "diameter x depth"; bass drums follow the modern convention in being named "depth X diameter". Finished drums stand nearly 3" taller than their nominal size.

Drum Hardware

• Our Early 19^th C. Model Snare Strainer, cast in bronze, is a reproduction of an original Civil War period hoop-mounted strainer. This style of strainer is quite old and changed little over the early part of the century.
• Our Early 19^th C. Model Drum Carry for the snare drum is either a simple loop of rope or, for British and Canadian units, a bronze British angle hook. Bass drums are standard with 2 Liberty Model carry hooks.
• Drum Legs are not appropriate for Early 19^th Century Model Drums.

Drum Ears
We offer a reproduction Eli Brown ear for this period, in russet leather. Liberty ears may be substituted on request.

Drum Rope
Our standard rope is 1/4" spun dacron, which reaches maximum stretch quickly and is very durable. Optional ropes include 5/16" filament dacron and 1/4" 4-strand linen, a natural fiber rope which we have custom made to our specifications.

Artwork
Professionally designed and handpainted artwork may be added to your drum for an additional fee. Our artist will reproduce your artwork from an original sketch, photograph, or your description, or you may choose one of our traditional designs. See our Gallery for representative artwork.

Tack Designs
Tack designs are available for an additional fee. Submit your own design or choose from one of our traditional designs. See our Gallery for representative tack designs.

For more information, request our Catalog