| Are you looking for soundproofing drum set tips for | | | | extinguisher is available nearby in case of an |
| noise reduction in your apartment, garage orshed? Is | | | | emergency. Last, if the ground floor is concrete or |
| your hobby or livelihood as a drummer being | | | | wood, lay down carpet that will cover the floor wall to |
| threatened by family or neighbor complaints? Granted, | | | | wall. A good inexpensive carpet to use would be an |
| drumming is what you like to do but It can be quite | | | | indoor/outdoor carpet mostly used in outdoor patios. |
| annoying to those that are subjected to the noise. We | | | | If you are not comfortable in taking on the huge task |
| will take a look at some helpful tips, both expensive | | | | of soundproofing using inner walls, by all means hire a |
| and inexpensive, to get you back on track to having | | | | contractor. Again, check with local ordinances for |
| fun. | | | | possible building and electrical permits. Cost will vary on |
| Expensive soundproofing | | | | the specifics of what it will take to build but a pretty |
| One of the most expensive ways to soundproof | | | | good estimate can run from $3,500 andmuch higher. |
| would be creating a room within a room. This pertains | | | | Electronic drum set |
| to a garage or shed providing there will be enough | | | | The advantage of using electronic drums is that you |
| space for the drums and for you to maneuver about. | | | | can play them with the use of headphones. You will be |
| Essentially, you will be framing and putting up walls, a | | | | able to hear all of the drum sounds with barely any |
| door, and window if necessary. | | | | noise from tapping on the drum pads. These sets can |
| You will want to have the new walls 4 to 6 inches | | | | be played wherever an electrical outlet is available and |
| away from the existing wall. This gap creates a barrier | | | | do not take up too much room. Electronic sets vary in |
| and will absorb much of the sound. Keep in mind for | | | | price from a fairly inexpensive amount of $500 up to |
| extra sound protection, insulate and sheet rock the | | | | $6,000. |
| existing walls if the framing is exposed. Attach egg | | | | Drum pads |
| cartons, 12" x 12" flats, available at an egg distribution | | | | The least inexpensive way to go would be the addition |
| center or carton shaped foam to the sheet rock. | | | | of drum pads. The pads are made of rubber or |
| After you finished the framework for the new wall, | | | | neoprene and fit right on the drumheads and cymbals. |
| check to see if you will need electrical outlets. This | | | | You may hear a bit of tone but the overall volume is |
| needs to be done before the final attachment of the | | | | diminished considerably. The bass drum may need |
| new walls. Hire a qualified electrical contractor for any | | | | additional muffling by stuffing the drum shell with pillow |
| electrical applications. It is possible that you may have | | | | or blankets. You can find the pads at a low cost of |
| to apply for a building/electrical permit, so be sure to | | | | $20, depending on what you will need for your set. |
| check with local ordinances. | | | | Whatever route you take to help minimize the drum |
| Attach ¾" particle board panels to the framing, | | | | noise, it is understood that you are making a conscious |
| paying attention to the alignment of electrical outlets, if | | | | effort to be considerate of others and still enjoy your |
| needed. Add carpet or egg carton shaped foam to all | | | | drumming. |
| the walls. * If outlets are installed, make sure that a fire | | | | |