Black Swamp Sound Plates—Disc Bell and Anvil Gong—are designed to add unique metallic textures to your percussion setup. This guide walks you through installation, mounting options, and best practices to get the most out of your sound plates.
Unboxing & What’s Included
Each sound plate comes with:
1x Sound Plate (Disc Bell or Anvil Gong)
4x Nickel-plated rivets
Mounting cord
Need Extra Rivets or mounting cord? We've got you covered.
Tools You’ll Need
Standard cymbal stand
Percussion mount (such as the RecPlate)
Flat-head screwdriver
Sound Plate Mounting Options
Option 1: Mounting on a Cymbal Stand
Place a felt washer on the cymbal stand post.
Slide the sound plate onto the stand using the larger, center mounting hole.
Add another felt washer on top to reduce sustain.
Secure with a wingnut—avoid over-tightening to allow natural resonance.
Option 2: Suspending with Mounting Cable
Thread the included mounting cable through the two mounting holes.
Knot the ends of the cable together tightly. Three knots are recommended for security.
Suspend the sound plate from the cable using your preferred mounting system.
The Black Swamp RecPlate features specially designed mounting hooks for optimal stability.
Note: You can also play the sound plates on any flat surface. But you already knew that, yeah?
Sound Plate Rivet Installation
Place the sound plate on a flat, sturdy surface.
Insert a rivet into each of the three smallest holes at the top, left, and right of the sound plate, ensuring the tips face upward.
Use a flat-head screwdriver to widen the rivet by gently rocking the tool between the rivet tips.
Tip: Ensure the rivet tips are spread wider than the hole to keep them securely in place.
Testing & Quality Check
Sound Testing Procedures: Strike the plate to confirm it resonates clearly without unwanted dampening.
Common Issues to Watch For:
Rivets not widened properly, causing them to jump out when played.
Over-tightening of mounting hardware, reducing sustain.
Mounting cable coming undone, leading to instability.
Adjustments if Needed:
Further widen rivets using a screwdriver or another tool.
Add or remove felt washers to modify sustain.
Add additional knots to the mounting cable for extra security.
Black Swamp Sound Plates bring a new sonic dimension to your setup with their distinct metallic character and versatility. Whether mounted on a cymbal stand or percussion rack, they provide unique tonal possibilities that can enhance any performance.
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