To learn how to set up the snare drum, follow the written steps or watch the video below.
Written Steps - How to Set-Up a Snare Drum
Step 1
Remove the snare drum and stand from the case.
Step 2
Set up the stand so that it is resting on the floor and is stable. The snare basket should be parallel to the floor.
Step 3
Place the drum on the stand so the snares are on the bottom. You should be facing the snare release lever. Adjust the snare basket so the snare drum is snug and cannot move.
Step 4
Using the height adjustment, adjust the snare drum so that the top rim of the drum is slightly below your waistline.
Remove the snare drum and stand from the case.
Step 2
Set up the stand so that it is resting on the floor and is stable. The snare basket should be parallel to the floor.
Step 3
Place the drum on the stand so the snares are on the bottom. You should be facing the snare release lever. Adjust the snare basket so the snare drum is snug and cannot move.
Step 4
Using the height adjustment, adjust the snare drum so that the top rim of the drum is slightly below your waistline.
Step 5
Using the angle adjuster, lean the drum slightly towards you.
Step 6
Stand up straight with both feet planted on the ground.
Step 7
Grab two drumsticks and hold each of them with the correct grip (see video below).
Step 8
Bend your arms at the elbows until your forearms are almost parallel to the floor. Your upper arms should be close to, but not touching, your sides.
Using the angle adjuster, lean the drum slightly towards you.
Step 6
Stand up straight with both feet planted on the ground.
Step 7
Grab two drumsticks and hold each of them with the correct grip (see video below).
Step 8
Bend your arms at the elbows until your forearms are almost parallel to the floor. Your upper arms should be close to, but not touching, your sides.
You should now be ready to play. To learn how to play, click "How to Play - Snare Drum" in the drop down menu above.
Video - How to Set-Up a Snare Drum
If you used this video to set up your snare drum, continue by watching the "How to Hold Drumsticks" video below, and then move on to "How to Play - Snare Drum" in the drop down menu above.
Video - How to Hold Drumsticks
The two most common ways to hold drumsticks -traditional grip and matched grip- are covered in this video.