Editing Drum kit (section)

===Hardware===
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Hardware is the name given to the metal stands that support the drums, cymbals, and other percussion instruments. Generally, the term also includes the [[Hi-hat (instrument)|hi-hat]] pedal and clutch, and [[bass drum pedal]] or pedals, and the [[drum stool]].

Hardware is carried along with sticks and other accessories in the [[traps case]], and includes:
* [[Cymbal stand]]s
* [[Hi-hat stand]]
* [[Floor tom]] legs
* [[Tom-tom drum]] brackets or arms
* [[Snare drum stand]]
* [[Bass drum pedal]] or pedals
* [[Drum key]]
* Assorted accessories such as spare washers, cymbal sleeves, wire snare cords, washers for tension rods, etc.

Many or even all of the stands may be replaced by a [[drum rack]], which is particularly useful for large drum kits.

Drummers often set up their own drum hardware onstage and adjust it to their comfort level. Major bands on tour will often have a [[Guitar technician|drum tech]] who knows how to set up the drummer's hardware and instruments in the desired location and with the desired configuration.