Mounting cymbals made easy. The Gibraltar Short Boom Rod Brake Tilter uses a swing nut auto tilter. Simply press down on the spring swing the nut open and mount your cymbal - eliminating the need for wing nuts. The gearless brake tilter also provides great adjustability to allow you to find the perfect positioning for your cymbal. Once a position is located you can securely lock in the settings using any standard drum key - sold separately. The Gibraltar Short Boom Rod features a short boom arm to prevent unnecessary clutter and is an incredibly quick and easy alternative to mounting cymbals. Therefore the Gibraltar Short Boom Rod is a perfect choice for touring and performing drummers.