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« on: October 30, 2003, 07:27 AM »

i would like a canister throne a la 'hip gig' style so that i can use it as a way of transporting hardware to light gigs and then use it as a stool.
i know there are custom drum makers that will make these but they charge big $$$.
i was just wondering if there was a way of making one that won't weigh too much and will be cheap.

anyone?


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« Reply #1 on: October 30, 2003, 07:33 AM »

Here's the thing.....

Canister thrones need to be of certain heft so they can support butts of certain hefts! They aren't likely to be too lightweight. And unless you are going to be packing them with VERY lightweight hardware they are going to get even heavier.

Remember too that they ain't adjustable, so what you get is what you get.


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« Reply #2 on: October 30, 2003, 07:45 AM »

My buddy Jim Petty in Dallas builds a canister throne which is big enough to put your pedals and stick bag in ... even a set of bongos! The throne got a great review in Modern Drummer years ago.

You can check out his website at:

www.jp2creations.com

You're right ... they aren't cheap ...... $300 retail.


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« Reply #3 on: October 30, 2003, 07:52 AM »

Quote from: Jon E on October 30, 2003, 07:33 AM

ill only be using this for light practices or gigs where i can get by with minimal equipment so it really wont be too much more than an old lightweight hihat stand (folded up) a kick pedal and a few small other items.
so total of approx. 10 lbs. worth of hardware, so if i can keep the canister throne down to about 10-15lbs (before hardware) that would be good.


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« Reply #4 on: October 30, 2003, 07:56 AM »

I have a cannister throne made by DW that I am going to refurbish in the near future. It is adjustable in height, as it's built like two tubes (one inside the other). It's about as wide and round as a standard throne.

I need to remove some minor rust and put more stuffing in the seat. After that it should be in pretty good condition. May put it on Ebay.


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« Reply #5 on: October 30, 2003, 08:27 AM »

Quote from: jazz_drummer2003 on October 30, 2003, 07:27 AM

When I use my microkit, I use the hard case for my 16x16 as my drum stool. I put a piece of 3/4" plywood on top of the case, along with a chair cushion, and voila - instant drum stool!

The plywood is cut to be small enough to fit in the bottom of the case when I pack up. I think the case I use is made by Protechtor. I've been using it for about 10 years with excellent results.


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« Reply #6 on: October 30, 2003, 11:47 AM »

I noticed on the website Bart mentioned above that Jim Petty uses Keller shells. Seems you could buy a 14x21 (or whatever height you want) shell and cut a board for the bottom opening to fit snugly. Then, he uses 12 1-1/4" sheet rock screws to secure the 'floor'. A modified stock throne seat or homemade one could be used, along with a hinge and a snap closure, and a handle on the side. Cover it with some sort of amp covering material OR wrap to match your kit. Hey, this could be fun to do! Would be much cheaper, with the shell costing under $100 with any luck.

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« Reply #7 on: October 30, 2003, 12:01 PM »

Quote from: DrumnDad on October 30, 2003, 11:47 AM

ive never seen a used shell with those dimensions anything like that.
seems like all the custom drum makers use keller shells. is there a place to buy a shell made of cheap wood/material.
im going to be sitting on the thing, not playing it.
the shell seems to be the hard part. all the trimmings will be a breeze compared to finding a cheap shell idea.


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« Reply #8 on: October 30, 2003, 12:17 PM »

Quote from: jazz_drummer2003 on October 30, 2003, 12:01 PM

Yeah, all I can find is MAPLE! Overkill for a throne. There was one website that said that many different depths were available upon request. Here is the link:
http://www.smddrums.com/raw_shells_price_list.htm

You may contact them and see if they can get a cheaper wood shell from Keller. Maple is good for sound, but is more than sufficient for the tushie. Grin

Maybe they can get mahogany or something less expensive that would be plenty stout enough for use as a throne.

Sounds like a cool project. Let us know what you find out. Good luck!

Doug