Abstract: A device for incorporating a snare effect with an existing drum is formed of a collection of snare wires attached to a mounting configuration. The snare wires are of a length that extends across only a portion of a drum head, with the device attached to an accessible area on an existing drum. In one configuration, the device includes a lever arm that controls the contact between the snare wires and the drum head. The snare device can be attached to the underside of a roto-tom drum (for example), and provide an adjustable pitch snare effect. The snare device can be attached to an exterior portion (tension hoop, for example) or an interior portion (shell) of a shelled drum, and provide the snare effect.

Abstract: A device for incorporating a snare effect with an existing drum is formed of a collection of snare wires attached to a mounting configuration. The snare wires are of a length that extends across only a portion of a drum head, with the device attached to an accessible area on an existing drum. In one configuration, the device includes a lever arm that controls the contact between the snare wires and the drum head. The snare device can be attached to the underside of a roto-tom drum (for example), and provide an adjustable pitch snare effect. The snare device can be attached to an exterior portion (tension hoop, for example) or an interior portion (shell) of a shelled drum, and provide the snare effect.

Abstract: The present invention provides a microphone stand mounted monitor which is closer to the performer, eliminates the use of precious floor space, uses less power, allows for a lower output volume on the stage and is adjustable in height. The microphone stand mounted monitor includes a cabinet, at least one speaker in the cabinet and a mounting system. The monitor mounts to a microphone stand by sliding the cabinet over a shaft with the microphone adapter removed, so that the shaft is inserted into holes of the cabinet. The holes are positioned so that the cabinet is about waist height of the performer and the speakers of the cabinet are pointed towards the head of a performer. An isolation tube is mounted inside the cabinet between the holes. The isolation tube provides a guide for the shaft and protects the internal parts of the cabinet from the shaft. The isolation tube also aids in sealing the cabinet and preventing leakage of sound from the cabinet.