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How the Floor Tom Shaped Modern Drumming


The floor tom was popularized in popular music by pioneer and “father of the modern drum kit,” Gene Krupa, in the 1930s when jazz ruled the airwaves. Clifton James picked up where Krupa left off with his heavy use of floor tom in the “jungle” rhythm of Bo Diddley’s ‘50s hit “Bo Diddley”. Over 70 years later, the floor tom continues to feature heavily in a wide variety of music.


Capture the Signature Floor Tom Sounds of Your Favorite Artists


With their thudding, almost-kick-drum tone, floor toms are an incredibly versatile and sonically pleasing addition that can add a lot to any drum kit. Just listen to Ringo Starr’s subtle use of the floor tom in the Beatles’ “Day in the Life,&rdquo, or David Silveria’s masterful, heavy-hitting floor tom style on Korn’s “Freak on a Leash”, and you’ll hear how this important kit component can be used to great effect.


Browse Floor Toms for Every Playing Style and Budget


At Sweetwater, we carry a wide selection of floor toms in different sizes from all the top names in the industry including Gretsch, Pearl, Ludwig, and DW Drums. Whether you are looking for a floor tom made from the ever-popular maple, mahogany, or birch shell, or are looking for a floor tom featuring an acrylic shell, we have it!


How Floor Tom Materials Affect Tone and Performance


Each type of floor tom shell produces a slightly different tone, so exploring these differences in tone can be a big part of the fun. Whether you are a new drummer just beginning to explore how a floor tom can open up your drumming style, or a seasoned vet adding to your already large collection of floor toms, we have you covered at Sweetwater.


Find the Right Floor Tom Size for Your Setup at Sweetwater


Arguably, the most popular size of floor tom is the standard 16-inch x 16-inch, beloved for its deep tone. But at Sweetwater, we also carry a variety of sizes, including 12-inch x 14-inch, 14-inch x 16-inch, and a teeth-rattling 18-inch x 16-inch. Each size of floor tom will produce a slightly different tone, so whether you are looking for a more subtle tone from a smaller floor tom, or are wanting to shake the walls, at Sweetwater we have the variety of floor toms you need!

Why shop Floor Toms at Sweetwater.com?


With a massive selection of Floor Toms, free shipping, a free 2-year warranty, 24/7 access to award-winning support - and more - Sweetwater gives you more than any other retailer! If you have any questions about Floor Toms, make sure to give your personal Sales Engineer a call at (800) 222-4700.