Dec 31, 2008 · I frequently use 16x12, 18x14, and 20x16 inch bass drums. The 20 gets the least use because it's the least compact, least portable, and heaviest of the three. The 18 gets a lot …

Jun 12, 2012 · There is a big difference between an 18 and a 20. A 20 in my mind is about as small as you can go and still have a real kick drum sound, JMO. I do like a 20" kick drum, it …

Oct 28, 2010 · I'm looking for a riser for my 18 inch bass drum. There are two problems I've encountered in solutions thus far, as follows: - Setups like the Gibraltar riser cause the beater …

Aug 5, 2005 · That's pretty much the extent of the 18" heads I currently have on hand to try. I'm willing to buy a different head but am wondering what the best option might be. I've had good …

Feb 20, 2009 · Hey y'all, I was wondering if anyone could recommend a good head for an 18 inch bass drum. It's a Yamaha Birch Custom Absolute, 14 inches deep, and as far as styles go I …

Dec 20, 2011 · I have 14 and 12 inch deep 18" bass drums and although the 14 works well the 12 is my favorite for punch and projection. (snip) I find the comment about sustain in deeper …

Mar 2, 2011 · If you look through the bass drum head selection offered by Evans, you will find that they don't make bass drum heads for 16 inch bass drums. These kits have hoops on the bass …

Dec 11, 2015 · Going with a 16/18 for non-acoustic pop/country will lead to the bass guitar competing with the bass drum. You end up notching the BD frequency out of the other …

Jun 12, 2012 · A 16" or 18" bass drum must be tuned higher to get decent acoustic output and accordingly can interfere with the notes of the bass, unless played lightly by the player. If …

Apr 26, 2007 · I also play a 16x20 bass drum set up the same way. Another joy to play! You may want to give a 20 inch a try also before you make your final decision as to what bass drum size …