Jim Kilpatrick Tuning Blocks – Simplifying Drum Tuning for Pipe Bands

In Black- For Premier 700/350s.

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Jim Kilpatrick's tuning blocks speed things up and make them easier and more consistent for drum tuning for pipe bands. The drummers can achieve close pitch references through quantified measurement with the anchoring ring and batter hoop. Once that ideal tuning pitch has been established, the block height or number corresponding with it makes it an almost instant repeat later. It 

helps the tuner's productivity, especially for a large group of drummers.

Quick & Accurate Tuning

The Jim Kilpatrick Tuning Blocks are useful for quick and accurate tuning of pipe band drums, especially snare, tenor, and bass drums. It helps drummers maintain equal tension across all tension rods. 

The drummers can set very close to the target pitch, and then only minor adjustments will be necessary for the drum sergeant to fine-tune. The tuning blocks save time and give uniformity in what every drum possesses in a band. The black tuning block is designed for the Premier model, HTS700, 350, and 200.

Extend the Life of Drumheads

With these blocks, besides easy tuning, it extends the life of the drumheads. Drums can stretch to the face on tensioning in stages, which allows them to carry the even distribution of tension and minimize failure experienced on a premature drum head. In addition to improving sound quality, this also prevents the unnecessary wear and tear of expensive drum hardware.

An Essential Tool for Every Pipe Band

These Jim Kilpatrick Snare tuning blocks help even the novice, as well as the most experienced of drummers, tune their drums exactly and consistently without stress, an essential tool for every pipe band. Keep the drums in perfect condition; enjoy consistency in the sound through the band; make tuning a piece of cake.