Adams Revolution Timpani Manual page 5

Process
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Move the pedal to the position of the
lowest tone.
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Confirm that the collar is even on each side of the kettle. Adjust as necessary.
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If the tone is not correct, adjust to the correct fundamental tone.
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Make equal adjustments to each tension rod (half or quarter turns) in the
order demonstrated in the picture.
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Evaluate the tone after each complete round of adjustment. Continue to
adjust as necessary until the fundamental tone is correct.
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Maintenance
As a head stretches, the fundamental tone willl become lower. The head will need to be adjusted according to the above process. Eventually, a plastic head can
and will stretch to the point that it cannot provide the resistance necessary to balance the spring tension. The head will then need to be replaced to restore proper
function.
Adams recommends changing heads once every two years to ensure correct mechanical function, or more often if the quality of the tone deteriorates.
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Models with fine tuner: Move the fine tuner to middle of its mechanical range. In
this position, the white indicator will be in the middle of the channel.
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Use a tuning fork or other tuning device as a tone source. Play the fundamental
tone and compare to the list on page 4.
See pages 10-11 for detailed
information regarding fine tuner
operation.
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