QuietTone is sometimes used for reduced-volume drum practice equipment that limits acoustic output while offering some of the response of typical drums and cymbals. It is commonly linked to the SABIAN Quiet Tone line of practice cymbals and snare practice pads.
The appeal to American drummers is apparent: less bulky equipment is easier to practice with in apartments, bedrooms, shared houses or other places where a standard drum kit can be a disturbance. This guide will cover what QuietTone is, how the device works, possible advantages and limitations, safety considerations, alternatives and where US buyers might see these products.
QuietTone is a Sabian brand name for noise-controlled drum practice products, particularly the Sabian Quiet Tone series. This category contains practice cymbals and drum practice pads, which are designed to give a better-controlled playing experience than full-volume acoustic equipment. The idea is not to completely suppress the sound output at all but to reduce it to a minimum.