Sparedrum TL2S38B - BASS DRUM TUBE LUG - 38MM - SINGLE ENDED (X1)
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Sparedrum
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
The tube lug is a classic piece of bass drum hardware: a format appreciated for its simplicity, vintage look, and reliability. This chromed brass version is designed for replacement or restoration purposes, ideal for giving a second life to an acoustic drum while maintaining common mounting standards.
Target Audience for This Drum/Instrument
This lug is intended for drummers and technicians, from careful beginners to experienced musicians, who wish to replace a worn part, repair a bass drum, or customize a shell. It suits all styles (rock, pop, funk, jazz, metal) as long as you are looking for reliable hardware capable of withstanding consistent head tension and stable tuning.
Features and Innovations
Designed as a tension rod attachment point, this tube lug combines a compact format with widespread compatibility thanks to the standard 12-24 threading. Mounting is facilitated by a 38 mm center-to-center spacing and a 6 mm drilling, while the M4 mounting screws allow for a clean integration on many shells. The included insulating rubber contributes to a neat assembly and better shell protection.
Sound Characteristics
As a hardware component, the lug does not add a "timbre" per se, but it influences the tuning stability and the vibrational behavior of the shell. The insulating rubber helps reduce mechanical noise and micro-vibrations, which can promote a cleaner tuning feel with fewer unwanted noises during strong bass drum strikes.
Technical specifications
| Center-to-center spacing | 38 mm |
| Drill hole diameter | 6 mm |
| Mounting screw type | M4 |
| Tension rod threading | standard 12-24 (7/32 inch diameter) |
Questions frequently asked
What is the bolt spacing required to mount this bass drum lug?
The mounting bolt spacing is 38 mm, measured center to center. The required drilling holes have a diameter of 6 mm.
Is this tube lug compatible with standard 12-24 tension rods?
The threading for the tension rods follows the 12-24 standard, with a diameter of 7/32 inch.
What mounting screws should be used for a Sparedrum 38 mm lug?
The lug is designed to be mounted with M4 screws. An insulating rubber is included to place the lug between the hardware and the shell.
Is the finish of this lug suitable for restoring a vintage bass drum?
The lug is made of brass with a chrome finish. Its tube design echoes a common aesthetic found on vintage-style bass drums.
Does the insulating rubber affect the tuning of the bass drum?
The insulating rubber helps reduce mechanical noise and micro-vibrations at the mounting point. This interface can promote a cleaner tuning feel during strong hits. The lug provides a stable anchor point for the tension rod.
