BASS DRUMS Each drum is played with alternating beats. Bass 1 is tuned low and played on the first beat, Bass 2 is pitched higher and replies with the second beat The bass drumers usually play on the outsides of the group and keep the rhythm for the other players to follow. |
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Cutador The Cutador has a particular pattern for each of the pieces, the off-beat pattern featuring regularly, creating the reggae feel.
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Caixa Probably 90% of the patterns played by the Caixa and the Hepinique are the same. The difference is the sound made by the different drums. |
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Repanique Played with two flexi sticks, this drum helps call in the breaks and provides a "double layer" of clave to add to the Caixa. |
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