Parts of a Tom
When it's time to repair a drum or replace a part, finding the right item can sometimes be confusing. Here's a quick guide to help you find what you need for your Tom Drum.
Keep a drum key handy:
Tom Profile 1
Each tom part has a corresponding collection numbered in the table below.
| Tom Profile 1 |
| 1 - Shop Tension Rods |
| 2 - Shop Tension Rod Washers |
| 3 - Shop Tom Brackets |
| 4 - Shop Drum Hoops |
| 5 - Shop Inserts & Screws |
If you own a pre-1990s or a beginner level drum kit, the toms may have been supplied with brackets drilled directly to the shell. The tone of a drum can often be improved by switching to a tom suspension system that allows the drum shell to resonate freely.
Tom Profile 2
| Tom Profile 2 |
| 6 - Shop Tom Suspension System |
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