I'm planning to build a Cajun Bass drum in order to save some money putting a drum set together. I'm sure I can do the construction - but ... information on size and materials is scarce. I was thinking of 1/8th inch ply for the front and back, and 1/4 inch for the sides. Would 1/4 inch all around be better? Or 1/4 inch front and back and 1/2 inch sides?

Then there are the dimensions. Does 24" square front & back with 6" or 12" sides sound reasonable? Other dimensions?

Thanks for any help you can give.