Sparedrum TL13D38 TUBE LUG 38MM DOUBLE ENDED X1

Historical Context and Positioning Within the Range

The tube lug is one of the major references in drum hardware: a simple, proven design widely adopted for its robustness. This model is positioned as a replacement or customization solution, ideal for restoring a shell, unifying a set, or replacing a damaged lug while maintaining common mounting standards.

Who This Drum/Instrument Is For

This lug is intended for drummers of all levels, as well as technicians and DIYers who maintain their snare drums or toms. It suits all styles, from rock to jazz, as it primarily targets mechanical reliability, tuning stability, and compatibility with a widely used tension rod threading.

Features and Innovations

With its two attachment points for tension rods, this tube lug ensures consistent guidance and constant tightening. The standard #12-24 threading facilitates integration with many tension rods on the market, while the rubber isolator limits direct metal-to-wood contact for a cleaner mounting. Mounting screws are not included, allowing reuse of existing screws if they are the correct size.

Sound Characteristics

A lug does not influence the sound like changing a shell or heads would, but it can contribute to tuning comfort and stability over time. The included isolator helps reduce certain unwanted vibrations at the attachment point, resulting in an instrument that remains more consistent and pleasant to tune, repetition after repetition.

Technical specifications

Use	snare drum and tom	Attachment points	2
Center-to-center spacing	38 mm	Lug	brass
Drilling hole diameter	8 mm	Finish	chrome
Mounting screw type	M4	Rubber isolator	included
Tension rod threading	standard #12-24	Mounting screws	not included
Indicated diameter	7/32 inch