Abstract: The resonant drum head mounted speaker cone retrofit kit improves the sound of the drum on audio recordings and in live sound situations and changes the way the drum is miked in live and studio applications. The center of the resonant drumhead is cut out and a speaker cone assembly is attached thereon facing outwards. The speaker cone, which also vibrates from this pressure, now becomes the miked surface of the instrument. Using otherwise conventional miking techniques, a wider range of attack and tone characteristics can be obtained from the drumhead. Additionally, use of optional speaker cone sizing, composition options and differences in tension also contribute to define and tune the sound characteristics based on end user preference.

Abstract: The resonant drum head mounted speaker cone retrofit kit improves the sound of the drum on audio recordings and in live sound situations and changes the way the drum is miked in live and studio applications. The center of the resonant drumhead is cut out and a speaker cone assembly is attached thereon facing outwards. The speaker cone, which also vibrates from this pressure, now becomes the miked surface of the instrument. Using otherwise conventional miking techniques, a wider range of attack and tone characteristics can be obtained from the drumhead. Additionally, use of optional speaker cone sizing, composition options and differences in tension also contribute to define and tune the sound characteristics based on end user preference.

Abstract: The resonant drum head mounted speaker cone apparatus improves the sound of the drum on audio recordings and in live sound situations and changes the way the drum is miked in live and studio applications. By integrating the resonant side drumhead with a speaker cone, when the drum is hit (on the batter head), the air pressure generated inside the drum moves the opposite resonant head. The center of the resonant drumhead is cut out and a speaker cone with the dust cap is glued to the inside thereof facing outwards. The speaker cone, which also vibrates from this pressure, now becomes the miked surface of the instrument as opposed to previously having to mike the drum from above the respective batter heads where it often interferes with the player. Using otherwise conventional miking techniques, a wider range of attack and tone characteristics can be obtained from the drumhead.