What is the RTOM Black Hole Conversion Pack for 16-inch Bass Drums?

This pack is designed to secure your existing 16-inch RTOM Black Hole practice pad to a 16-inch bass drum. It allows drummers to integrate their low-volume practice pad with their acoustic bass drum, enabling quiet practice sessions without sacrificing the feel of their kit. This setup is ideal for home practice, apartments, or late-night sessions, as it significantly reduces the bass drum's volume while maintaining rebound and response.

Who is this conversion pack designed for?

The Black Hole Conversion Pack is designed for drummers who already own a 16-inch Black Hole practice pad and wish to use it with their 16-inch bass drum for quiet practice. It's perfect for students, professionals, or anyone needing to reduce noise during practice sessions, allowing them to play their acoustic bass drum at a much lower volume by attaching their practice pad.

How does the Black Hole Conversion Pack reduce the bass drum's volume?

The Black Hole Conversion Pack itself does not directly reduce the bass drum's volume. Instead, it provides the necessary components — three elastic bungees and a pedal-pairing bass extender — to securely attach your existing 16-inch RTOM Black Hole practice pad to your 16-inch bass drum. The Black Hole practice pad, with its mesh head, is what absorbs impact sound and significantly reduces volume, allowing for quiet practice while maintaining natural rebound and feel.

Is the RTOM Black Hole Conversion Pack easy to install on my bass drum?

Yes, the Black Hole Conversion Pack is designed for straightforward installation. It allows you to secure your existing 16-inch Black Hole practice pad against the batter side of your 16-inch bass drum using the included bungees and bass extender. It does not replace your bass drum head and can be quickly set up or removed, requiring no permanent modifications to your drum, making it a convenient solution for quiet practice.

Can I use this conversion pack on bass drums larger or smaller than 16 inches?

This specific Black Hole Conversion Pack is designed to retrofit a 16-inch Black Hole practice pad onto a 16-inch bass drum precisely. RTOM offers similar conversion packs for other drum sizes, including different bass drum dimensions, snare drums, and tom-toms. For other sizes, you would need to purchase the corresponding pack to ensure proper fit and performance.