The Premier Professional Tenor Drum is designed to deliver unrestricted resonance and a warm, mellow tone, making it an ideal supporting instrument for modern pipe bands. Built around a free-floating all-birch shell, this tenor drum is engineered to perform on the field without limitation, offering both musical depth and dependable performance across all levels, from beginners to world champions.
 
At its core is a 5.5mm, 7-ply birch shell with a precision 45-degree bearing edge and an internally sealed finish. This construction produces a bright top-end, a full-bodied low-end and a gentle scoop in the low-mid frequencies, resulting in a balanced and musical voice. The use of wooden hoops further enhances the tone, allowing the drum to speak freely with an open, resonant sound that blends seamlessly within the ensemble.
 
A defining feature of the Professional Tenor Drum is its free-floating shell design. By allowing the shell to resonate without restriction, the drum emits a warm and mellow tone when struck, offering a broad range of voicing options. This unique sound profile has played a key role in shaping the modern pipe band tenor sound, enabling greater musical expression and more varied arrangements.
 
Tuning is made simple and stress-free through Premier’s innovative turnbuckle tension system. This system allows the drum to be tuned by finger adjustment, eliminating the need for a tuning key while still providing precise control over pitch. The turnbuckles are non-corrosive and weather resistant, ensuring consistent performance in all climates and conditions.
 
Finished in a high-quality gloss lacquer with silver powder coated hardware, the Premier Professional Tenor Drum combines durability with a refined appearance. Lightweight construction, foam dampening, wooden hoops and a mounted carry hook further enhance practicality and comfort, making this tenor drum a trusted choice for leading pipe bands worldwide.