{"product_id":"cympad-shark-gated-drum-dampener","title":"Cympad Shark Gated Drum Dampener","description":"\u003cimg width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/suhavimart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/srk-sd1_02-500x500-1.jpg\" alt=\"srk-sd1_02-500x500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/suhavimart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/srk-sd1_02-500x500-1.jpg?w=500\u0026amp;ssl=1 500w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/suhavimart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/srk-sd1_02-500x500-1.jpg?resize=300%2C300\u0026amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/suhavimart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/srk-sd1_02-500x500-1.jpg?resize=150%2C150\u0026amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/suhavimart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/srk-sd1_02-500x500-1.jpg?resize=400%2C400\u0026amp;ssl=1 400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/suhavimart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/srk-sd1_02-500x500-1.jpg?resize=100%2C100\u0026amp;ssl=1 100w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/suhavimart.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/srk-sd1_02-500x500-1.jpg?resize=64%2C64\u0026amp;ssl=1 64w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" title=\"srk-sd1_02-500x500\"\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\u003ch1\u003eDynamic Tone Control with Enhanced Attack\u003c\/h1\u003e\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Cympad The Shark Gated Drum Dampener (Model: SRK-SD1) is an innovative and highly specialized accessory designed for drummers who seek nuanced control over their drum sound. Unlike traditional static dampening methods, The Shark employs a unique \"gated\" design to enhance the drum's initial attack while simultaneously managing its sustain and resonance. Developed by Cympad, a Swiss company celebrated for its cellular foam cymbal optimization products, The Shark brings a distinct approach to drum tone sculpting, particularly on snare drums.\u003c\/p\u003e\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\u003ch1\u003efEATURES\u003c\/h1\u003e\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\u003cp\u003eThe Shark dampener stands out with its intelligent design aimed at preserving the drum's character while offering refined control:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Gated\" Dampening Concept:\u003c\/strong\u003e The core innovation of The Shark is its \"gated\" dampening principle. It's designed to \u003cstrong\u003eenhance the initial attack\u003c\/strong\u003e of the drum hit, allowing the drum to \"speak\" clearly at the beginning of the stroke. Subsequently, its unique design subtly \u003cstrong\u003ereduces unwanted volume and resonance\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping to shorten the decay and eliminate excessive overtones. This creates a punchy, focused sound akin to a \"gated\" effect in audio production.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExclusive Hinged\/Floating Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Shark features an \u003cstrong\u003eexclusive hinged design\u003c\/strong\u003e that allows the dampener to \"float\" on the drumhead's playing surface. This allows it to \u003cstrong\u003edynamically react to the intensity of each stroke\u003c\/strong\u003e. A lighter stroke may produce less dampening, while a harder stroke engages more of the dampening effect, providing a more consistent and controlled sound across various dynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellular Foam Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e While specific material details are proprietary, it is made from a high-quality, dense \u003cstrong\u003ecellular foam\u003c\/strong\u003e (similar to Cympad's cymbal pads). This material is chosen for its sound absorption properties and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy Adhesion and Repositioning:\u003c\/strong\u003e The dampener utilizes an adhesive backing to secure it to the outer edge of the drumhead. It's designed to be \u003cstrong\u003ereusable and easy to mount\/unmount\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing drummers to experiment with placement and quickly adjust their drum sound. For rough-surface coated drumheads, a small sticker is often included to provide an optimal surface for adhesion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintains Drum's Tone:\u003c\/strong\u003e A key benefit emphasized by Cympad is that The Shark dampens the drum \u003cstrong\u003ewithout fundamentally changing its inherent tone\u003c\/strong\u003e. Instead, it refines it by cutting unwanted ring and excessive sustain, leaving a clearer, more articulate drum sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRugged, Reusable Carrying Case:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each Cympad The Shark dampener typically comes packaged in a \u003cstrong\u003edurable, reusable plastic carrying case\u003c\/strong\u003e. This protects the dampener when not in use and makes it convenient to store and transport in a stick bag or hardware case, ensuring its longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifically for Drums:\u003c\/strong\u003e While Cympad is known for cymbal products, The Shark is specifically engineered as a \u003cstrong\u003edrum dampener\u003c\/strong\u003e, primarily used on snare drums, but potentially applicable to tom-toms depending on desired effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Cympad The Shark Gated Drum Dampener offers drummers a unique and dynamic approach to sound control, providing a clean, articulate attack with managed resonance for a refined and professional drum sound in various musical contexts.\u003c\/p\u003e\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\u003ch1\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h1\u003e\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\u003ctable style=\"height: 1360px;\" width=\"301\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Name\/Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Shark Gated Drum Dampener (SRK-SD1)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrum Dampener (Overtone \u0026amp; Sustain Control)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDampening Method\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eHinged\/floating design; dynamically reacts to stroke intensity to \"gate\" resonance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eHigh-quality cellular foam\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdhesion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdhesive backing (reusable, removable); may include a surface sticker for coated heads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eSnare drums; potentially applicable to tom-toms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEffect on Sound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnhances attack, subtly reduces volume and resonance, eliminates unwanted overtones, shortens sustain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReusability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, designed for repeated use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePortability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eHigh; compact and comes with a durable plastic carrying case.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eOften Black or dark gray.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecific dimensions are not widely published, but it's a compact, flat device designed to sit on the drumhead edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eCympad (Switzerland)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Accessories\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eRugged, reusable plastic carrying case; sometimes a clear sticker for coated heads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdheres to the outer edge of the drumhead.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Sur Sargam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52660639039785,"sku":null,"price":1176.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/0750\/9801\/files\/srk-sd1_01-500x500-1.jpg?v=1770816697","url":"https:\/\/sursargam.com\/products\/cympad-shark-gated-drum-dampener","provider":"Sur Sargam","version":"1.0","type":"link"}