Inner bevel is hand cut to a 45 degree angle with outer "contact zone" being gently eased by hand sanding. The small 1ply head to shell contact zone lets the head sing, which allows for very easy tuning.
Edge #2: "West Coast" Dual 45
Double cut "compound" edge
Slightly less volume
Less attack & sustain
Medium body due to 2ply contact zone
Not available on thin 6ply shells.
Inner and outer bevels are hand cut to a 45 degree angles. The greater 2-3ply head to shell contact zone allows for a little more tonality from the shell, with controlled volume.
Edge #3: "Extreme" Dual 60 - Snare Drums Only
Double cut "compound" edge
Slightly more attack & sustain
more body due to increased contact zone
Best for snare drums where higher tensioned
Not reccomended for tom/bass drums
May require shell with rings.
Inner bevel is hand cut to a 45 degree angle with outer "contact zone" being gently eased by hand sanding. The small 1ply head to shell contact zone lets the head sing, which allows for very easy tuning.
Edge #4: "Vintage" 30 Roundover
Double cut "compound" edge
Least attack, sustain, & volume
Most body due to greater contact zone
Great for specialty woods & vintage repros
May require shell with rings.
Inner bevel is hand cut to a 30 degree angle with outer "contact zone" bevel cut to a small radius roundover. The large head to shell contact zone gives the most body possible, with minimal attack, sustain and volume. Fans of vintage drum tone will love this edge.
