Template:Drumbuilding Manual

v • d • e Drumbuilding Manual (Nagado-daiko)

based on Stanford Taiko's Drumbuilding Manual

Tools, Jigs, Materials	Tools, Jigs, and Materials • Skinning/Stretching Stand • Where to Purchase Drumbuilding Materials

Building the Body	Gluing the Barrel • Making the Plywood Insert • Making Dowels to Support the Insert • Preparing Barrel for the Insert • Dropping in the Insert • Sanding the Barrel • Cutting out and Shaping the Reinforcement • Adding Body Filler • Staining and Finishing

Skinning the Drum	First Soak • Cutting the Skin and Mimi • First Stretch - Forming the Heads • Second Soak • Second Stretch • Tacking

Final Tips • Other Ideas • Replacing Worn Heads

History • Other Resources • Thank Yous