Shellshock Drum Shell Mounts for Marching Snare and Tenor Drums
Shellshock Drum Shell Mounts for Marching Snare and Tenor Drums
Shellshock Drum Shell Mounts are designed for drummers who want to expand their sound without damaging their instrument. These wooden shell practice mounts allow you to play directly on a drum shell surface while protecting the actual drum and its finish.
Originally developed through years of performing, teaching, and designing for drumlines and percussion ensembles, Shellshock Mounts solve a common problem in marching percussion. Drummers often want additional sound textures, but do not want to risk damaging expensive marching snare drums or tenor drums.
Shellshock Mounts give you that extra playing surface in a safe and practical way.
What Are Shellshock Drum Mounts?
Shellshock Mounts are wooden drum shell attachments that create an additional playable surface on your drum. They are designed to be mounted on the side of a marching snare drum or tenor drum, allowing performers to produce a unique wood shell sound without striking the actual drum shell.
They attach securely using two of the drum’s tension rods, making installation and removal quick and simple.
Key Features and Benefits
Protected Drum Shell Playing Surface
Shellshock Mounts let you play rim style or shell style sounds without damaging the drum’s finish or structure.
Shock-Mounted Design
The mount is isolated from the drum shell using tension rod mounting points. This allows natural resonance and better sound projection, especially important in marching percussion environments.
Fast Installation
No permanent modification is required. The mount attaches using existing tension rods and can be removed quickly when needed.
Expanded Sound Design
Add a new sonic layer to your marching percussion setup. Ideal for creative drumline writing, effects, and visual percussion moments.
Multi-Use Application
While designed for marching snare and tenor drums, Shellshock Mounts can also be adapted for drumset use in creative setups.
Why “Shellshock”?
The name Shellshock refers to two design concepts:
First, the mount provides a playable drum shell surface that sits over the actual drum shell, giving performers a new sound source.
Second, the mount is shock mounted using the drum’s tension rods. This helps preserve resonance and allows sound to project more freely, which is especially useful in outdoor marching performance environments.
Specifications
Length: 10.75 inches
Height: 7 inches
Width: 3.25 inches
Wood thickness: 6.35 mm
Mount range: 5.25 inches to 7.75 inches (straight line)
Weight: 1.675 lbs
Color: Custom options available, standard is black
Position: Right or left side mounting available
Note: Left side mounting for snare is generally recommended for matched grip players.
Who Uses Shellshock Mounts?
Shellshock Drum Shell Mounts are ideal for:
Marching snare drummers
Tenor drum players
Drumline arrangers and instructors
Percussion designers looking for extended sound options
Educators teaching sound design and technique
Availability
Shellshock Mounts are not currently stocked in regular inventory. Each unit can be made by request depending on availability and demand.
If you are interested in ordering a Shellshock Mount or requesting a custom build, you can contact directly to discuss options.
Request Shellshock Drum Shell Mounts
To request Shellshock Mounts or ask about custom builds, use the contact form here!
Final Thoughts
Shellshock Drum Shell Mounts are a practical solution for expanding marching percussion sound design without risking damage to your instruments. They provide a durable, removable, and musical way to access new textures on snare and tenor drums.
If you are designing drumline music or looking for new percussion effects, Shellshock Mounts add a unique layer of creativity to your setup.
