Adams 2PARFKG32L American Position
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This Adams 2PARFKG32L is a solid choice for serious orchestral percussionists and advanced students. The copper bowl provides a beautiful, nuanced tone, and the innovative tensioning system really makes a difference in consistency. It’s a well-built instrument that balances portability with professional sound.
Product Description
- Adams 2PARFKG32L American Position
- Pedal Kettle Drum
- With copper kettle and fine tuner
- Size: 32"
- American position (deep timpani on the left)
- Remo Renaissance Head
- By using a patented tensioning system
- the number of tensioning points for the head is reduced from six to three
- From the inside
- the tension is automatically distributed
- so that the tension remains the same throughout the tensioning of the head
- which also keeps the sound quality constant
- The new
- revolutionary height control makes it possible to adjust the kettle drum including the whole mechanism between 80 and 90 cm in height
- The solution for young timpanists who would like to have their instrument a bit lower
- The patented coupling system makes it possible to transport the timpani in every car
- The frame is completely foldable and therefore easy to transport
- Weight: 50 kg
PROS
- • Copper kettle delivers warm, resonant, and complex overtones.
- • Patented tensioning system promotes remarkably even head response.
- • Innovative height adjustment caters to a wider range of players.
- • Coupling system significantly simplifies transport and storage.
CONS
- • American position isn't ideal for all performance setups or preferences.
- • The price point puts it in a premium-priced category for students.
- • The 32in size might be limiting for extremely low-frequency demands.
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Key Features
Size
32 in
Bowl Material
Copper
Pedal Type
Single Pedal
Range
Approximately C2 - G5 (dependent on tuning)
Head
Remo Renaissance
Weight
Approximately 130 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It minimizes inconsistencies across the head, leading to a more focused and even tone – less 'dead spots' and more reliable response.
Yes, the 80-90 cm range is designed to accommodate younger or smaller players, making it more accessible.
Copper generally offers a warmer, more complex tone than fiberglass, but might have slightly less raw projection; fiberglass is often preferred for louder, more cutting sounds.
