Publisher : Alfred Music
The ultimate how-to of drum set tuning, maintenance and setup

Russ Miller provides a step-by-step approach to tuning the entire drum kit along with discussions and demonstrations of several tuning methods and options including stylistic tuning, open tuning, dry tuning, pitch tuning, drum head selection, muffling, and mike placement suggestions. He continues with information on the make-up of a drum, feel vs. sound, and simply choosing the right gear for your needs to develop your own personal sound.

Special features include a live performance from the Russ Miller Band, an Afro-Cuban 6/8 lesson with a bonus performance track, two play-along songs with printable charts, and a live audio track with Jennifer Love Hewitt.

• Stylistic tuning
• Open tuning
• Dry tuning
• Pitch tuning
• Drum head selection
• Muffing
• Mike placement
• Makeup of a drum
• Feel vs. sound
• Choosing the right gear to create your sound

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