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 The
core of our field drum line is the Liberty Model, heir to
an ancient tradition of rope tension drums dating back over
400 years. Its design pays full respect to its heritage while
incorporating modern technology and acoustics to create the
most advanced rope tension drum in the world today.
Specifications
for Liberty Model Drums
Drum
Shell and Counterhoop Materials
- Our
Standard Ash Laminated Drum Shell is an excellent high-performance
shell, resonant and strong. Selected sizes also available
in birds-eye maple and white maple.
- Our
Handcrafted Solid Wood Drum Shell is custom milled at
our Vermont shop from the highest quality veneer-grade tree,
in maple, ash and other native hardwoods.
- All
Shells are finished to order in a selection of standard
paints and stains. Custom finishes are optional.
- Snare
and Bass Counterhoops are formed of solid maple, dimension
cut at our Vermont sawmill. We finish our counterhoops to
order in a selection of standard paints and stains. Custom
finishes are optional.
Drum
Shell Sizes
Liberty Model 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
Liberty Model Snare Strainer, cast in bronze, provides
a level of adjustment and sensitivity unparalleled in the
rope tension drum tradition.
- Our
Liberty Model Drum Carry is a closed-eye design, custom
cast in very durable bronze. Bass drums are standard with
2 carry hooks. More may be added for an additional fee.
- Our
Cast Bronze Drum Legs are mounted three to each snare
drum counterhoop. Legs are not mounted on bass drums.
- Our
Cast Bronze Rim Guards are usually mounted as a pair
on the batter counterhoop to protect the material and finish
from rim shots. These are available for an additional fee.
Snare
Gut
We use the finest quality natural gut, with the number of
strands and the gauge carefully chosen to suit each type of
strainer. Custom gauges and/or combinations will be accommodated
whenever possible.
Drum
Ears
Our Liberty ears are made of hard leather tied with natural
vellum lace. Standard in chestnut brown; available also in
black or russet (tan). We also offer British style white leather
ears (rough side out).
Drum
Rope
Our standard rope is 5/16" filament Dacron, which reaches
maximum stretch quickly and is very durable. Optional ropes
include 1/4" spun dacron and 1/4" 4-strand linen, a natural
fiber rope which we have custom made to our specifications.
Drum
Heads
Remo Custom Manufactured Heads are standard, made for
us with no logo and heavy weight mounting rims.
For an additional fee, you may also choose:
Swiss Kevlar Batter Head/Swiss Mylar Snare Head, featuring
bright sound and outstanding durability, for snare drums.
Bear brand Kevlar Bass Heads, featuring full sound
and excellent durability, for bass drums.
Calfskin Heads. We offer two levels of calfskin heads
on Liberty model drums. STANDARD calfskin heads are very high
quality heads, recommended for most parade drum uses. PROFESSIONAL
calfskin heads are extremely sensitive and responsive, with
the highest level of consistency in thickness; these heads
are recommended for concert work and for the most discriminating
parade drummers.
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.
Warranty
and Registration
Details of our warranty are available upon request. Each drum
bears a brass plate engraved with the drum registration number,
which is permanently recorded in the owner's name.
For more
information, request our Catalog
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