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1. Audix DP-QUAD - Professional 4-piece Drum and Percussion Microphone Package with Mounting Accessories
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The Audix DP QUAD 4-piece drum microphone pack is the simplest and most effective combination of microphones that will allow you to capture the depth and imaging of a full drum kit.Description
The Audix DP QUAD 4-piece drum microphone pack is the simplest and most effective combination of microphones that will allow you to capture the depth and imaging of a full drum kit. With kick, snare and two overheads, the QUAD incorporates the best of two microphone placement techniques: close miking and overhead (ambient) miking.Close MikingThe D6 for kick drum and the i5 for snare are considered the two microphones every drummer must have. The kick and snare are considered the core of any drum kit and the foundation for every groove. Close miking ensures that they will be captured in the mix. If either the kick or the snare is unable to be heard, there is simply no groove. Being high SPL dynamic microphones, the D6 and i5 excel at close miking. This miking technique is required in order to capture the attack and percussive sound of the drum. Also, by having the mic close to the source of the sound, it helps to isolate the sound of each drum and separate it from the rest of the kit. Overhead (ambient) MikingSupporting the idea that less is more, there are many engineers who will use just two overhead mics to capture the natural sound of the complete drum kit. With two overhead mics, positioned correctly, it is absolutely true that you can capture the transients, tonality and balance of the kit in a completely phase-coherent manner.2. Sound Percussion Labs Birch Marching Quads with Carrier 8 in.,10 in.,12 in.,13 in. White
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7-Ply birch shellsTriple-flanged hoops
Die-cast lugs
Remo USA heads
Free t-style carrier
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Birch Marching Quads with Carrier 8 in.,10 in.,12 in.,13 in. White Sound Percussion Lab competition quads are designed to fit the needs of any school function from halftime shows, to parade and pep band. SPL Competition marching quads are made from 7-ply birch shells sizes 8",10",12",13". By matching a triple-flanged hoop and Remo USA Crimplock Pinstripe heads SPL has created a set of quads that give you the quality sound and articulation necessary in today's marching ensemble. Sticks included. All SPL Marching Quads include a free t-style lightweight carrier with most manufacturers you will need to spend $150 to $200 for the carrier.3. Vic Firth Heavy Hitter Quadropad Small
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Gum Rubber Playing SurfacesPads Show Best Playing Areas
Thinner 6" Pad for More Articulation
Have 5 or 6 Drums
Sturdy Wooden Base W/Non-Skid Underside
6", 8", 10", 12", 13" Pads
Wooden base
Rubber pads
Color : Purple
Carrying handle cut out
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Perfect for the marching tenor drummer, the Heavy Hitter Small Quadropad was designed and laid out to exactly match the ideal set of marching quads. The pads are spaced from the playable part of each drum, just inside of the drum shell's bearing edge. The small Quadropad includes 2 rubber "spock" drum pads, giving the player the ability to set up 5 drum or 6 drum configurations. "Spock" drum pads are made with thinner gum rubber than the 4 main quad drums, allowing for a more authentic feel. Sturdy wooden base features open cell foam rubber for the ultimate in skid-resistance. The drum pads included on this set approximate the accurate playing areas of 6", 8", 10", 12" and 13" inch drums, and are laid out accurately and cut for ALL playing areas, both standard and "scrape". Vic Firth Heavy Hitter Quadropads now come with laminates included. Laminates are heavy duty 14 mil Mylar discs that come with a special double-sided adhesive. Simply peel off the backing, and apply to the Vic Firth Heavy Hitter pad of your choice. Because of the easy peal and stick feature, the Laminate can be added, replaced or upgraded at anytime.4. Vic Firth Heavy Hitter Quadropad Large
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Perfect for the marching tenor drummer, these pads were designed and laid out to exactly match the feel and placement of marching quadsDesigned for practicing quads
Spacing is to scale with 1/4" rim-to-rim drums
Pads are laid out accurately and cut for all playing areas - both standard and scrape
2 spock pads made with a thinner rubber than the main quad pads have a more authentic feel
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Perfect for the marching tenor drummer, these pads were designed and laid out to exactly match the feel and placement of marching quads. Designed for practicing quads. Spacing is to scale with 1/4" rim-to-rim drums. Pads are laid out accurately and cut for all playing areas - both standard and scrape. 2 spock pads made with a thinner rubber than the main quad pads have a more authentic feel.5. Sound Percussion Labs Marching Tenor Drum with Carrier 8 in.,10 in.,12 in.,13 in. White
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7-Ply basswood shellsTriple-flange powder-coated hoops
Remo USA heads
Free t-style carrier
White Sound Percussion labs standard marching quads are perfect for those organizations that occasionally march in a parade and want to add tonal color to the basic drum section
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Marching Tenor Drum with Carrier 8 in.,10 in.,12 in.,13 in. White Sound Percussion labs standard marching quads are perfect for those organizations that occasionally march in a parade and want to add tonal color to the basic drum section. Featuring 7-ply basswood shells sizes 8", 10", 12",13"and triple-flanged powder-coated hoops. Sticks included. All SPL Marching Quads include a free T style lightweight carrier with most manufacturers you will need to spend $150 to $200 for the carrier.6. Pearl B200QB Quad Beater
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Felt/spotFelt/Line
Plastic/Line
Plastic/Spot
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Pearl's QuadBeater provides four different beater surfaces, each with its own distinct sound. You can choose from 2 hard plastic surfaces or 2 felt surfaces and either pinpoint or line contact with the head.7. Mapex Double Brace Round top Drum Throne
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12" Wide x 2.5" Thick Round Cushioned SeatSoft but Durable Vinyl Covering
5 Position Bolt Lock Height Adjustment with 17.3" to 22" Height Range
Double-Braced Quad Legs
Slip-Proof Rubber Feet
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This Mapex T270A drum throne is affordable, fully adjustable and solid. The 12-inch round padded top is smooth and comfortable and the base is sturdy and solid.8. Yamaha DS-950 Drum Throne - Heavy Weight, Double-Braced; Quad Legs, Bench-Style Seat
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Seat Size: Large Square Seat Design 480mm(W)x390mm(D)Legs Design: 4 Double Braced Wide Stance Legs
Height Adjustment: Screw Rod (460-650mm)
Seat Mount: Large AL Die-cast Seat Mount
5-year warranty
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The DS950U Heavy Weight Throne features a bench style seat, double-braced quad legs, and a screw height adjustment from 18" to 25.6".9. White Pro Beat Multitoms Quad Marching Snare Drums
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These White Pro Beat Multitoms Quad Marching Snare Drums come with 1-8", 1-10", 1-11", 1-12" With Carrying Harness and Sticks.10. SKB 1SKB-DM0234 Marching Quad/Quint Case with Wheels and Padded Interior
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Convenient Roller blade style wheelsCases are stackable
Pedestal feet
Sturdy high tension slide release buckle
Heavy-duty web strap for a reliable closure