bass drum

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A large drum that produces a low-pitched sound.

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  • The beat of the bass drum provides the foundation for the band's rhythm.
  • He hit the bass drum with a powerful, steady rhythm.
  • In the marching band, the bass drum player marches at the back.
  • You could feel the deep thud of the bass drum in your chest during the concert.
  • Before the gig, the drummer spent an hour tuning his snare and bass drum.
  • The electronic music track relied heavily on a synthesized bass drum sound.
  • A single, resonant boom from the bass drum signaled the start of the piece.
  • The drummer uses a foot pedal to play the bass drum.
  • The marching band's bass drum was so large it had to be carried by two people.
  • In a standard drum kit, the bass drum sits on the floor.