Drum O's HCP2 - 2" PURPLE (X2) HOLE REINFORCEMENT SYSTEM
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
The Bass Drum O's Original is an essential accessory for drummers who want to add an opening to their bass drum resonant head while maintaining a neat finish. This "Original" version stands as a classic and proven solution in the range, designed to combine aesthetics, practicality, and ease of installation.
Who This Drum/Instrument Is For
The Bass Drum O's Original is aimed at all drummers, from beginners to advanced players, who want to optimize their setup without changing the entire head. It is particularly suitable for styles where a controlled bass drum that is easy to manage live and in the studio is desired: rock, pop, funk, metal, contemporary music, as well as amplified jazz. It is also an excellent choice for technicians and backliners who need a reliable and repeatable solution.
Features and Innovations
Designed to be easy to install, the Bass Drum O's Original consists of a "male" part to be placed on the outer side of the head and a "female" part to clip on from the other side, ensuring a solid hold and a clean edge around the opening. The integrated adhesive provides stable placement, while the included alcohol wipe helps prepare the bonding surface to maximize adhesion. The result is a clean opening, ideal for an internal microphone, facilitating air evacuation, or simply for the look.
Sound
Adding an opening to the resonant head changes the bass drum's behavior: generally, it results in a more direct attack feel, easier placement of an internal microphone, and simpler control management (pads, foam, dampeners). The Bass Drum O's Original is not a shell material but a head accessory: it mainly contributes to a more immediate response and a clearer projection in a mix, often with less long resonance depending on head tuning and internal damping.
Technical specifications
| Model | Bass Drum O's Original |
| Two-part system | "female" part and "male" part |
| Installation (summary) | mark the inner outline, cut, clean, glue the "male" part on the outer side, clip the "female" part on the other side |
| Assembly tip | a flathead screwdriver can be used to assist with clipping |
Questions frequently asked
What size are the Drum O's HCP2 purple rings?
The specified diameter is 2 inches, with a purple finish.
Are the 2-inch reinforcement rings sold in pairs?
The packaging includes 2 rings. This quantity provides both parts of the fastening system: a male part and a female part.
How to install a Bass Drum O's Original on a bass drum head?
Installation consists of tracing the inner contour, cutting the head, then cleaning the area with the provided alcohol wipe. The male part is glued on the outside face of the head. The female part then clips on from the other side, possibly using a flathead screwdriver.
Can a microphone be placed inside the bass drum with this opening?
The 2-inch opening facilitates placing an internal mic inside the bass drum.
What effect does a Drum O's opening have on bass drum sound?
A more immediate response and a more direct attack can be obtained. The opening also facilitates the use of pillows, foam, or dampeners inside the shell.
