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Percussion instruments appeared in ancient times, and the most prominent representative in this group are drums. They can be found even in images of African and Eastern tribes. Today, drums have not lost their relevance, and it is difficult to imagine an ensemble or a symphony orchestra without them.
Design features
A drum is an instrument with a fluctuating sound amplitude. The volume of the sound depends on the size, shape and material of manufacture. Today, drums are distinguished:
- single;
- marching;
- electronic.
Single
Single models are a self-sufficient instrument, from which musicians make up a drum kit. Among them are distinguished:
- bass drum;
- tom-toms;
- snare drum
A drum set often includes cymbals, which are not percussion instruments, but without them it is impossible to play jazz, blues, rock or metal. Single drums are made from different types of wood:
- mahogany;
- Cherries
- maple;
- ash.
Marching
Marching drums they are used in wind and military ensembles, and solo rhythmic parts are performed on them. Its sound is melodious, wide-ranging and elastic. Modern models have a small weight, they are convenient to use in a standing position, for this they are fastened with a special belt on the musician's waist.
Most often, marching drums are made of several layers of wood, sometimes of metal, and the sound may differ depending on the acoustics of the original material, the manufacturer.
Electronic
Electronic drums are fundamentally different from their predecessors. The sound in them is generated due to the electronic circuit, which allows you to reproduce the sound of different shades and shapes, there is the possibility of adjusting the duration of the sound and the frequency. This is the main advantage of electronic models. Depending on the sounding mechanism, drums are:
- acoustic;
- electronic;
- semi-acoustic;
- digital.
They have a compact appearance, allow you to play with headphones, which is optimal for training at home, in the premises of small restaurants or cafes.
Drums of various types are available in the Jam online store, here too buy a drum set, which will allow playing various musical styles: jazz, blues, rock, pop tunes.
