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  1. Barkeepers friend for cymbals | [DFO] Drum Forum

    Jun 12, 2020 · Some cymbals sound better patina'd, oxidized, whatever you want to call it, but I've saved some dull sounding cymbals with a good cleaning. As for the logos, BF is slightly abrasive, so best to avoid using much pressure and let the cleaner do its work without scrubbing.

  2. Mounting "overheads" under cymbals - [DFO] Drum Forum

    Jul 19, 2007 · Cymbals: 70's New beats, Vintage K custom crash, Meinl 22 Byzzance ride, 26" AGOP Istanbul Ride, A' crashes, and AA custom Crashes, A Custom Splash Usually: One hh, two crashes , one splash and one ride.

  3. Hi Hat Cymbal Alignment | [DFO] Drum Forum

    Dec 6, 2021 · That includes cymbals an inch apart in diameter, sizzles, and so forth. I do see lots of folks with high hats that are mounted too tight and (to my ears) too muffled with felt pads. I use a black rubber bottom seat that I think is made by Gibraltar (sorry that I can't recall the product name) that does not require any felt pads on the seat and ...

  4. Favorite "alternative"/obscure brands? - [DFO] Drum Forum

    Feb 3, 2012 · Lately, I've had a couple opportunities to try out some lesser-known brands of drums and cymbals -- stuff other than your Yamahas, Ludwigs, Pearls, Zildjians, Sabians, etc., etc., etc. To a certain extent, it has been hit and miss, but by far mostly hit. For instance, I just barely picked up a few Anatolian crashes that I'm in love with.

  5. What's the best cymbal cleaner? - [DFO] Drum Forum

    Aug 28, 2005 · For older cymbals with no logos,or if you dont care about saving the logo,"Bar Keepers Friend" is great, Similar to "Slobeat". Paiste cymbal cleaner works well on clear coated modern cymbals. Groove Juice cut in half works well also.

  6. Wright's copper cream - [DFO] Drum Forum

    Oct 10, 2016 · It's not going to remove heavy tarnish/stick marks but the idea is to clean them before stains penetrate deeply. It's all personal preference...some guys like the mellowing effect and look of a well played-in cymbal. My preference is to have the drums in a low register and the cymbals nice and bright, for contrast.

  7. Your go-to place for cymbal shipping boxes? - [DFO] Drum Forum

    Aug 2, 2017 · They give you a dirty look but sometimes will do it (obviously for smaller cymbals/hats). Otherwise, Home Depot has super cheap boxes for like $3.00 that are big (up to 24") and get yourself a utility knife and make your own.

  8. Selfmade patinas, anyone else done these? | [DFO] Drum Forum

    Nov 14, 2021 · Ive buried cymbals, intentionally wiped excessive sweat on cymbals (gross, I know), used salt water/vinegar solution, and I also left a cymbal on a beach getting hit by salt water and sand for a few days each with varying degrees of results. None of which look as nice as yours or made much of a sonic difference.

  9. Cymbal Cleaning - [DFO] Drum Forum

    Aug 5, 2005 · So I brought my cymbals home from our big band rehearsal space for cleaning. Before and after pics are attached. Cymbals are all A's of various ages, mostly purchased on ebay. 22" Medium, 20" Swish (70's era), 18" thin crash, …

  10. How cold is too cold? - [DFO] Drum Forum

    Jun 5, 2012 · car,airplanes, etc go from heat to below zero and back without any problem. airplanes take off in warm cali and fly to high altitude in a short amount of time where it below 0 and the 550 mph wind chill is way below zero. the aluminum,tittanium,steel,copper,brass, plastic, and all them other materials dont have a problem. the plane decends from sub zero to 100+ …

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