Gibraltar 16 Bass Drum Riser
Sep 12, 2011 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 to overextend because they set the pedal further back from the head than is typical. Different kind of bass drum riser for 16' and 18' kicks. I´ve been using the standard type BD riser (Gibraltar or Dixon) on my 18' and recently I noticed that it did some harm to the hoop: Furthermore I wanted to test different kinds of heads on the BD and looked for a way to avoid repeatedly installing an disinstalling the riser. This is the best bass riser we have ever seen. Strong (made of thick steel), dependable, extremely functional, and the height is adjustable! Also, there are rubber pads to protect your bass hoop while in place. The folks at Gibraltar have done a great job again. Bass Riser (Gibraltar) for 16″-18″ bass drums, heavy duty.$29.99.
Makes Your Kick Drum Sound and Play Better
If you like the sound of your bass drum but are having trouble getting the tone and feel just right, try the Gibraltar SC-BDPM bass drum riser. This riser lifts the shell of your 18' or 20' kick drum up about 2', allowing your kick drum pedal's beater to hit the head right in the center. The impact will sound more profound, and many drummers at Sweetwater prefer the subtle-yet-significant change in feel. If you like your kick drum and pedal setup and are chasing that last bit of refinement in tone and feel, you definitely need to check out the Gibraltar SC-BDPM bass drum riser.
- Bass drum riser for 18' and 20' kick drums
- Raises the shell about 2' off the floor, allowing beater to hit closer to the center of the head
- Enhances sonic impact and playing feel