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Sticks56
#1 Posted : 4/11/2011 6:41:32 PM
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Just purchased (6) Tama ML11 Memory Locks for my Tama Imperialstar Floor Toms 14x14, 16x16. I labeled each lug & leg w/memory lock with corresponding letters A,B,C, with my Dymo Labeler to expedite setup. After precisely placing memory locks on legs & tightening legs to lugs, I noticed that when I tried to remove legs, I couldn't, the memory lock keeps me from pulling the leg out! The memory lock won't go past the resonant hoop! What's the use? Anybody experienced this problem? Wall
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Jake_H
#2 Posted : 4/12/2011 3:33:53 AM
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Hey there, yeah i have this problem too with my starclassics, although i manage to just slip the locks past the resonant hoop if i do it right. I noticed that when i loosened the master wing nut on the actual tom then i was able to get the leg out easier, so maybe this will help?? I know somebody will be able to help! Haha,

Cheers, Jake
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Sticks56
#3 Posted : 4/13/2011 3:58:40 PM
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Hey Jake, Thanx for your response! I'm playing a Gig this Saturday 4/16/11 2nd Band on the billing, 1 of 4 Bands, one of those "Rush in-Rush Out" situations, anyway because of the expediance of the venue, I chose to take my "Practice Set" (Imperialstar) to the Gig which I have at our practice studio not wanting to damage my "Starclassic Performers". To reiterate about the Tama ML11 memory locks, I totally backed out the screw from the lug & it will still not come out past the resonant head! So I decided to put the memory lock on the top side of the leg & keep the legs on the drums for now, I'm running out of time! On my Starclassic Performers, the tolerances are tight, but the legs still come out. I think I will take these back to Guitar Center & look at some other memory locks that do not have so much "GIRTH"
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Jake_H
#4 Posted : 4/14/2011 4:54:08 AM
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Yeah, that sounds like the best idea! As long as they do the job for the gig! Ive noticed that no-one in the crowd really gives a monkeys how something looks on stage (apart from other musicians!) so as long as it does the job, then thats the main thing! :-)
Thats a nifty idea you had about putting the locks on top, maybe its worth using that method for the gig and then finding a more sustainable way afterwards. Good luck with the gig mate,

Jake
Tama Starclassic Maple, Blue sparkle, Brushed nickel hardware
12x08-RT
14x12-FT
16x14-FT
22x18-BD
Ludwig Black Beauty - 6.5x14
Tama Starclassic G-Maple UltraViolet sparkle - 6x14
Tama Starclassic Maple Royal Walnut and Gold Hardware (SFR's) -6.5x14
Zildjian Cymbals
Roadpro Hardware

www.roninmusicuk.com
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Sticks56
#5 Posted : 4/20/2011 3:18:57 PM
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Jake,
Once again, thanks for your feedback. Your right, knowbody in the crowd gives a Monkey's *#@ about the setup, but You & I being Drummers, we are pretty "Anal" about how we like things to be a certain way! Rock on Chap!

John
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