This time I will make a simple drum from used pipes, rather than throwing used pipes it is better to turn it into something useful.
Although simple, this drum can provide a loud and pleasant sound to hear. Moreover, if the taganing or drum is played with the guitar chorus, the results will be better, because the combination of guitar sound and drum sound is very harmonious.
Gendang or taganing is one of the rhythmic music used by several tribes in Indonesia.
Is it rhythmic music? And what is the difference between rhythmic music and melodic music?
Of course, these two types of music are very different. That's because the two music has a different function.
So, what is the difference between the two types of music!
First I will explain the meaning or definition of rhythmic music and melodic music.
Rhythmic music is a musical instrument that does not produce a tone. Whereas !
Melodic music is a musical instrument that produces tones.
So, it can be concluded that the difference between the two types of music is that rhythmic music serves to follow the rhythm of the music and helps beautify the sound produced. Meanwhile, melodic instruments function to play beautiful notes or follow the flow of the singer's tones.
Immediately, we see how to make taganing or drums from used pipes.
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Prepare the materials for the manufacture of drums or taganing:
1. 4 pieces of used pipes with different diameters.
2. Used car tire rubber (inner rubber)
3. Scissors
4. Pipe saw
5. Ruler and pencil
6. Sand paper
7. Bamboo sticks for sticks
That's what must be prepared to make a simple taganing or drum. If you pay attention – see the materials that must be provided are all around us and the price is very affordable.
Next, the stages of making a drum or taganing:
1. The first step, take the four pipes and measure their length 40 cm, the longer the pipe the louder the sound.
2. Smooth with sandpaper by rubbing.
3. Cut or cut the rubber inner tube of the car in a circle, remember it is bigger than the pipe circle.
4. Cover the pipe hole that has been smoothed with pieces of tire rubber. Then tie it tightly. Make sure the rubber cover is tight and strong, to produce a loud sound.
5. Then take a stick of bamboo and shape it like a stick according to taste to play the drum.
The drum or taganing is ready to be played. Good luck.
How about Ersam's friend, it's very easy to make. In making this simple drum or taganing, it takes concentration and patience.