What do Sound Focus Rings do?
Sound Focus Rings add a mellow, slightly muted overtone to the basic tone of the drum. This makes the drum sound warmer and fuller. Note that these terms are VERY subjective. Tama Sound Focus Rings should not be confused with the ordinary reinforcement rings found in other brands of drums. Standard reinforcement rings are customarily cut strips of wood that may or may not be made of the same material as the drums themselves. Tama Sound Focus Rings are cut from actual Starclassic Maple shells so they have the same resonant properties and tensile strength as the shells in which they are placed. Tama is the only drum manufacturer to utilize this design process.
