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Yes, drums generally have an indefinite pitch, meaning they do not produce a specific, discernible musical note like many tuned instruments do. While the pitch can be affected by factors such as the drum's size, material, and tension of the drumhead, it typically falls within a range rather than producing a fixed pitch. This characteristic allows drums to serve primarily as rhythm instruments in music.

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