Drum Anatomy
Parts
DRUM SHELL
​The Drum Shell is the most important part of the whole drum. It determines the shape, size, and sound of any drum. It is usually made of wood or metal, but there are other less common materials.
DRUM SHELL
DRUM HEAD
The Drum Head is the plastic membrane that is on top and bottom of the drum shell. It is where you hit to produce sound. Without them, the drum wouldn't have a proper resonance.
DRUM HEAD
TENSION ROD/CASING
The Tension Rod (tip) and Casting (body), is what makes the rim useful. They allow the drummers to adjust the membrane the way they want (tuning).
TENSION ROD/CASING
RIM
​The Rim is what makes a solid interaction between the drum shell and head. Basically, it holds them together. Besides, it is what makes the tension rods effective for tuning the drum.
RIM
Snare Variation
SNARE WIRES
If you ever wonder why the snare drum has a unique sound, well it is because of the wires. That crispy unmatchable sound that makes the snare drum so important is the product of the interaction between the Resonant Drum Head with the Wires.
SNARE WIRES
STRAINER
The Strainer is used for adjusting the snare wires tension depending on the musician's choice.