Hi folks, I'm in the middle of building my second ekit which is an a2e conversion using a Mapex V series. I've built my own single zone triggers for my toms that trigger brilliantly and now I'm in the middle of converting my kick drum. I've ordered my Zed triple X 22" mesh head and built my trigger which is attached below where the kick beater strikes the pad and mounted on a crossbar. I will be adding foam under the mesh head in order to improve feel and reduce rebound. My question is... ...how far does the foam need to stick out above the bearing edge in order to achieve both excellent triggering and feel most like a real a-kick? Many thanks for any advice folks! Kenny
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Having never done this I don't know, but it sounds like a YMMV type situation that is gunna need some trial and error to get right :/--
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If you are asking for the acronym, it's: Your Mileage May Vary.
What Cheddies meant to say is that there isn't a 'general rule' for your foam, here. Stiffer foam will give a firmer rebound/have a major affect on the overall 'playing feel' - and since 'playing feel' is a very subjective matter (kinda hard to give advice on such a thing...) you should simply try a few different types of foams and see which *you* like best!
HTH
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Thanks hairmetal for clearing that up :-D I have some seating foam that I might try. Ok, heres another question...does the trigger cone still have to be a couple of mm approx above the bearing edge no matter how much the foam is above the bearing edge? Or...is it a case of YMMV?
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I'd suggest mounting your cone at the standard height (1/16 " - 1/8") above the bearing edge. Your choice of dampening foam, depending upon how compressible it is, might protrude further beyond the bearing edge than the cone until it is compressed into place by tensioning the drum head. When all is said and done, make sure your cone remains in full contact with drum head at all times.
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An 1/8" to 1/4" above the bearing edge should be fine for the foam. If it is a memory type foam that is softer, this will work perfectly. If it is a hard foam, you might only want it about 1/16" above the bearing edge. The cone should be the standard height above the bearing edge. Give it 2-3" inches from the bottom of the foam and you should be good to go.I think my work is done here.
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Many thanks bwilburn and tommy for ur replies lads. Im thinking about cutting my foam into a circle shape so it looks better when looking at the batter bass drum head. Ok, next question...what size \ diameter should my foam circle be? Thanks Kenny
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Originally posted by KennyinDundee View PostMany thanks bwilburn and tommy for ur replies lads. Im thinking about cutting my foam into a circle shape so it looks better when looking at the batter bass drum head. Ok, next question...what size \ diameter should my foam circle be? Thanks KennyI think my work is done here.
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