The Independence Model is the current evolution of the rope tensioned snare drum. Tradition meets innovation. Cutting zero corners on sound quality, adjustability, durability, and versatility, the Independence Model and it's variants have earned their place as the high standard for students, professionals, and military performers around the world.
The Independence Model is the current evolution of the rope tensioned snare drum. Tradition meets innovation. Cutting zero corners on sound quality, adjustability, durability, and versatility, the Independence Model and it's variants have earned their place as the high standard for students, professionals, and military performers around the world.
Indestructible polymer hoops*
Quantum Drumhead*
Glass reenforced nylon tensioners*
KevlarTM core rope
Nordic cherry shell
16”x16”Custom Bronze hardware*
Individually adjustable snare system*
Natural gut and custom cable combo
*indicates Patent Pending status
Strainer easily adjusts with a thumbscrew.
Snare Anchor allows multiple size gut and cable combinations with individual micro adjustments.
Snare system pulls horizontally, splitting cantilever effect with the hoop. Maximum durability, maximum
sensitivity.
A 16” diameter may seem large to some players, but it is by far the most common size for a rope tensioned snare.
A 16” diameter puts the center of the drum at a comfortable distance from the body when playing a 17” (ish) stick.
Rope drum hoops are inherently taller than triple flanged hoops. The smaller the diameter, the higher angle needed to play. Keeping the stick angle low allows for correct playing angle.
A 16” diameter may seem large to some players, but it is by far the most common size for a rope tensioned snare.
A 16” diameter puts the center of the drum at a comfortable distance from the body when playing a 17” (ish) stick.
Rope drum hoops are inherently taller than triple flanged hoops. The smaller the diameter, the higher angle needed to play. Keeping the stick angle low allows for correct playing angle.
The strength of the polymer hoop allows us to make the shortest batter hoop possible as an option. With the lowrider hoop, our 16” hoops play at a lower angle than any other size. Above is a visualization of 14” to 17” stick angles.
The strength of the polymer hoop allows us to make the shortest batter hoop possible as an option. With the lowrider hoop, our 16” hoops play at a lower angle than any other size. Above is a visualization of 14” to 17” stick angles.
A custom set of upgraded IndependenceModel Snares for The Drums of Liberty
