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Re: [DTXpress] Re: KP 60 Base Module

2004-02-27 by Ken

The foam I used is a synthetic type used for seat cushions. Closed cell and quite "mushy". When 2 thicknesses of 1/2" are squeezed in under the head, the rebound is perfect.
Ken
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Friday, February 27, 2004 12:38 PM
Subject: [DTXpress] Re: KP 60 Base Module

What density of foam is best? There's vacuumed foam that is
extremely dense and heavy. This might give a "tight" feel/high
response, whereas less-dense-foam would yield visa versa. I'm mostly
interested in replacing the kicker pad on my KP65 (wore through front
before putting Kevlar patch on it). Don't think I want high bounce
on my kicker. Electronicdrums.com said to use the same as Remo, but
I don't know Remo's foam.

Bill

--- In DTXpress@yahoogroups.com, "Ken" wrote:
> Remo 8" tunable practice pad was $15 at Guitar Center. (make sure
you get the Remo)
> Check it out here
>
>
http://www.musiciansfriend.com/srs7/search/detail/base_id/39114/src=00
631
>
> Piezo was $1.79 at Radio Shack.
> RCA jack was $3.99 (I think) for a pack of 4 at Radio Shack.
> I used 2 pieces of 1/2" thick foam that I had on hand. When you
take it apart, there is only one 1/2" piece of foam in there but the
two piece "sandwich" fits well. It's tight but I think that makes for
the great feel and rebound when used as a snare.
>
> Ken




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