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Chimes at Drum Center of Portsmouth
Chimes are a great way to add your additional flair and tonal texture to your percussion setup! Chimes are easy to play, tuned metal tubes that produce a range of musical tones (typically one-and-a-half octaves.) The Drum Center of Portsmouth stocks chimes that can be applied to most musical settings, and are crafted from specially formulated tempered alloys to provide bright sound and great tonal diversity. The natural wood bars are made from select hardwoods with attractive and diverse finishes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Chime FAQs
What are bar chimes (mark trees)?
Bar chimes — also called mark trees or wind chimes — are rows of small metal tubes hung from a bar, struck with a finger or stick to produce cascading, shimmering tonal sweeps. They're used in recording, live performance, and acoustic settings to add ethereal color.
Where do chimes fit in a drummer's setup?
Chimes are mounted on a stand or a percussion arm next to the drum kit. They're used to mark transitions, build energy in a song's intro or chorus, or punctuate specific moments. A single chime sweep can transform a track.
What's the difference between large and small bar chime sets?
Larger bar chime sets (24+ bars) produce a longer, more complex sweep; smaller sets (16-24 bars) are tighter and faster to play. Length and number of bars affect the overall tonal range of the cascade.
Are there other types of percussion chimes?
Yes — single energy chimes (one tuned bar struck like a triangle), wind chimes (multiple tubes hung in a cluster), and tuned tubular chimes (orchestral chimes used in classical and film settings) all serve specific musical purposes.
Which chime brands does DCP carry?
Drum Center of Portsmouth stocks Treeworks (renowned for handcrafted bar chimes), Meinl, LP, Sabian, Zildjian, and Stagg — covering hobbyist through professional studio and stage use.