At Ebenor, I only work with North American woods, mainly from Lac-Mégantic, for very simple reasons. My wood suppliers are 5 minutes from the workshop, which allows me to have a direct economic impact in my community. In addition, the wood is accustomed to extreme temperature changes and large variations in humidity.
It is important to know that several variables influence a drum's sound. When I develop a new project with a client, I start by identifying what kind of music they want to create. Are they looking for a more rock, jazz, or pop sound? Are they looking for a precise sound from their drums or more versatility? What configuration do they have in mind?
After this discussion, I delve a little deeper to determine the first fundamental variable that will influence the drum's sound: THE WOOD
Over the next few weeks, I will share all my knowledge regarding drum making. This will help you better understand your instrument and refine your sound identity as a drummer.
Music style: Ideal for Rock and live performances.
Sound type: Very versatile wood, very warm and clear sound.
In short, the maple sound SHINES!
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Sound type: Very versatile wood, very warm and clear sound.
In short, the maple sound SHINES!
For a sound example, click here.
Music style: Ideal for Rock and live performances.
Sound type: Very versatile wood, very warm and clear sound.
In short, the maple sound SHINES!
For a sound example, click here.
Sound type: Very versatile wood, very warm and clear sound.
In short, the maple sound SHINES!
For a sound example, click here.
Sound type: For a sound with controlled harmonics (short sustain) and plenty of low frequencies, this is the wood you need. Ideal for the studio.
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For a sound example, click here.
Music style: Ideal for Pop and Rock.
Sound type: For a sound with controlled harmonics (short sustain) but with a lot of power, ash is ideal.
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Sound type: For a sound with controlled harmonics (short sustain) but with a lot of power, ash is ideal.
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Music style: Ideal for Metal, Rock, and Hardcore.
Sound type: Birch is the wood par excellence for a lot of attack, a drier sound with a lot of volume. This is the wood I recommend for playing heavy metal so that each drumstick hit is well defined and cut.
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Sound type: Birch is the wood par excellence for a lot of attack, a drier sound with a lot of volume. This is the wood I recommend for playing heavy metal so that each drumstick hit is well defined and cut.
For a sound example, click here.
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