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Evans Torque Drum Keyby Evans
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Features
- The Torque Key`s handle can be set to release at a pre-set tension, ensuring evening tuning
- Get the right sound quickly!
Product Description
Along with having an ergonomic handle for comfort, a knurled knob for easy head changes, and a non-slip magnetized head, the Torque Key's handle can be pre-set to release at a specified tension, ensuring even tuning at each lug.Evans has quickly become known as the Drum Key company, offering a diverse selection of models with unique features, that are each guaranteed for the life of the product. Each key has it's own unique character and was designed to be a practical solution for a common problem.Reviews
Great tuning tool - essential for good soundI generally use the Rhythm Tech Memo Key (ASIN B0002E2EOE) to tune my heads, but this one is as good and has a feature I like more than the Rhythm Tech model - this tuning key clicks and disengages when the dialed-in torque is attained whereas the Rhythm Tech model requires you to reset a lever.
It is simple to use. All you do is hand tighten your lugs, set the dial on the key to an initial setting, then go around your drum in the standard opposing tightening pattern. Test, and increase the dial setting until you get the sound you want. Once you do achieve the sound I strongly recommend that you write the settings down so you can quickly dial in your preferred tuning the next time you tune your drums or change heads.
A few things to consider: tuning involves more than just the batter side heads, which is especially true in the case of snare drums. Unless you are seeking a flat sound, do not tune the resonant heads to the same torque as the batter side heads, else the heads will cancel each other out because they will be vibrating at the same frequency. Also, make sure your lugs are lightly oiled so that each has uniform resistance or the torque settings will be inaccurate. Finally, if you cannot get the sound you are looking for between setting increments (i.e., between dial setting #3 and #4), use a standard key and try one eigth turn increments.
Regardless of whether you play as a hobby or professionally, this key is an amazing tool that will allow you to quickly and easily change the dynamics of your drums.
