31-inch gong drum.
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InstrumentBass drum |
Instrument FamilyPercussion |
Place MadeUnited Kingdom ; Great Britain ; Europe |
Date MadeCirca 1925 |
DescriptionTechnical description: Single headed bass drum; oak shell with two reinforced holes though the shell (diameter 10) with raised bosses of diameter 30. A reinforcing strip of plywood is screwed into the inside of the shell. Ten rod tensioners with hooked ends and brass wing nut tensioner screws; metal hooks fit over the wooden counter-hoop, against which the tension wing-nuts act; calf head. Repair History: Holes drilled through counter-hoop in several places; a piece of tinplate has been nailed over the counter-hoop in one tensioner position, possibly to effect a repair. Three detachable legs for horizontal use a later addition. |
Other InformationGeneral usage of type: Orchestral instrument. Specific usage history: The counter-hoop shows evidence of clamped-on accessories for trap kit or pit orchestral use. |
NotesA. Myers; confirmed R. Parks, 18.04.98; C. Overton 4.7.98. |
ProvenancePurchased, 1982. |
CollectionBlades Collection ; MIMEd |
Accession Number1653 |