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Big Bass Drum Poll Last viewed: 1 hour ago

24" 26" 28"
Posts: 25 Threads: 3

I am currently looking at two different radio King kits. One of them has a 26 inch bass drum and the other has a 28 inch bass drum. My current kit has a 24 inch bass drum and I like it very much, but since that's the largest I've ever played, I thought I would run this poll. just so everyone is on the same page let's keep the depth at the vintage 14 Inches.

1Eyed Jack Pearl/Paiste/Aquarian/Vick Ferth
Drums Pearl Master Custom Extra 1997
10x12 Tom
11x13 Tom
16x16 Floor Tom
6x14 Tama Star Phonic Snare Drum
18x24 Bass Drum
Cymbals Paiste
14"Dark Crisp Hats
17"&19"Sig Full Crashes 20"Giant Beat Multi
21" Sig Dry Heavy Ride
Posted on 10 years ago
#1
Posts: 1163 Threads: 36

I went for 26".

40's Slingerland Radio King WMP
60's Ludwig Downbeat Silver Spark
70's Ludwig Super Classic White Marine
60's Gretsch RB Champaigne Spark
70's Rogers Big R Black
90's Sonor Hilite (Red maple)
00's DW Collectors Broken Glass
00's DW Jazz Series Tangerine Glass
10's DW Collectors (Acrylic) Matt Black Wrap
10's PDP Concept Wood Hoop kit (Maple)
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Posted on 10 years ago
#2
Posts: 23 Threads: 8

I have used all 3 before.

All serve their purpose tonally in recording, and contain worlds of sonic exploration.

How they feel is an equal yet different relationship.

I like how a 28 rattles back at you...rides like an old Fatboy...but because of the sheer area that the head is, and how it vibrates...it takes some getting used to.

Also...at least for "rock" purposes, you really gotta giver to get 28s singing...which can take it right out of you, if you're not ready for it.

A 26 has more control. All around easier on your legs, while still big, and curvy;)

And though 26s can get pretty dark...the 28 owns the dark, y'know.lol

The 24 feels kinda standard now...like how 22s have been the standard all along.

My 24 gets the most work. It's easy work, and sounds killer every time.

It travels easier too.

Sadly though, after playing big drums for a while...little kicks never really quite get away from feeling like playing floor toms...or boxes.lol

Cheers.

Do.

"Friends don't let friends buy Peavey"
Posted on 10 years ago
#3
Posts: 10714 Threads: 579

I love big bass drums they are my favorite. I own 24" 26" and 28" if you have never played a 28" bass drum you don't know what you are missing they just roar. but 26" are my favorites.

Your drummers not much good is he!? What you need is someone that's as good as me. ! John Henry Bonham !!
Posted on 10 years ago
#4
Posts: 877 Threads: 324

Part of me would really like a 26. But the practical part of me says no way. Would not ever consider 28. I mainly use 18 - 24s. I only have 24s on two modern kits, and those are a new experience for me. I was surprised that a 24 didn't seem all that big after all. The main problem is Tom positioning.

Posted on 10 years ago
#5
Posts: 877 Threads: 324

So the question is, what would you rather carry? And how large is your bass drum case/bag?

Posted on 10 years ago
#6
Posts: 947 Threads: 115

24'' is as big as I ever want but I never had anything bigger so I probably don't know what I'm missing :D

But If I wasn't using a rack tom, I'd go more than 24!

Found it!!
Posted on 10 years ago
#7
Posts: 1597 Threads: 96

Go big or go home... lol 26 inch is just right they move a tremendous amount of air and once you have played one you never ever will go back to small bass drums they just don't cut it..... and a 26 will fit into any music style...

Posted on 10 years ago
#8
Posts: 1345 Threads: 175

I clicked on 24", but I'd prefer an 18" x 12" :)

Posted on 10 years ago
#9
Posts: 3 Threads: 1

First post, just joined. Up until a week ago i used a 26 for over 8 years, double bass back in high school... absolutely loved it but i must say my heart belongs to the 24. My favorite bass was a beat up 60s 24" ludwig, nice heart stopping punch without sucking the power out of you.

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