I've been asked the difference between white and so-called "translucent" tambourine heads. There is actually quite a big difference and our choice is deliberate and significant. All natural skins are processed to remove hair, fatty deposits and other organic matter. After processing, the heads are a translucent yellowish color. While we could just end the processing there, we take one extra step to help the head retain its tautness when mounted to our tambourine shell. All of our tambourine heads are pre-stretched in production so that the tension remains tight once its mounted to the frame. In the process, the stretching of the fibers turns the skin milky white. While this step adds a little cost, we feel that it...
The Grover Pro BlocKnock™ expands the playability of wood blocks by allowing percussionists to produce the traditional woody "crack" of the block with a hand or mallet. Created for percussionists who are called on to play a multitude of instruments without consideration for stick changes, the BlocKnock™ is also perfectly suited to show players (whose pit work requires musical multitasking) and hand drummers too! Each BlocKnock™ quickly and easily fits onto any Grover Pro wood block, and it can be removed for situations where it is not needed. Made from coated spring steel and hardwood, its features include an adjustable striking face with three positions to assure optimal sound production from any size Grover Pro wood block. The BlocKnock™ is...
It’s tough enough to be a working musician without having to endure continually rising prices of sheet music and musical instruments. Let’s not even talk about the ridiculously inflated price of a college education! We were shocked to learn that one of our competitors is raising their prices almost 20%! OUCH. While we understand the pressures of increasing material, labor and energy costs, as musicians ourselves, we know how difficult it can be to continually pay more for musical products. We’re happy to announce that we are holding 2013 pricing. How can we do this? The answer is increased efficiency, cost controls and accurate planning. On behalf of all the staff here at Grover Pro, I want to thank you...
