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Metal Drums
Metal drums come in a wide variety of materials such as brass, bronze, aluminum and steel. Below, I'll discuss the most popular metal shells and explain the different tones and musical properties of each. Brass Drums Of all the various types of metal used in shell production, brass is probably the one that drummers love the most. It doesn't sound as harsh as other metal shells can with their unwanted ringing and overtones. It's also a drum that spans most any genre. Whereas some metal drums, like steel drums are best for loud rock situations, brass can be applied to any musical setting. Steel Drums Steel shells are generally best used in louder genres like rock. They can really cut through the sound, but some cheaper made drums can be somewhat "obnoxious" with ringing and overtones. However, a nicely made higher end model can be quite dynamic and sensitive. Aluminum Drums An aluminum drum is very similar to a steel shell drum. It cuts through loudly, but has more of a dry sound. They are also much lighter than steel and nowhere near as obnoxious. For this reason, they are often chosen over steel shells. You can find metal shell drums from these manufacturers: Tama Pearl Yamaha
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