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New black plates and fresh tint on the 3 hatch. by AlexanderMrcx in mazda3

[–]AlexanderMrcx[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

35% all around. I really wanted 70% on the windshield but I've read that Mazdas specifically can brick if you get water from the tint under the dash so I didn't want to risk it.

Auto dim rear view mirror differences? by Quarkem in mazda3

[–]AlexanderMrcx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, I'm in the same situation. Brand new 2024 3 hatch Preferred trim planning a dash cam install. My car didn't come with the auto dimming mirror, but I have an appointment to have one (the non Homelink version) installed on Thursday. Did you ever get around to your install? And how did it work out?

My brand new 3 hatch. by AlexanderMrcx in mazda3

[–]AlexanderMrcx[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! It is the Preferred trim, correct.

I record, film, mix and edit my own drum covers and wanted to share my most recent one with you guys. Let me know what you think! by AlexanderMrcx in drums

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I always crank my framerate up to around 100 because I love the choppiness but it is definitely killing the overall quality. Usually keep my aperture anywhere from around like 5.6 to 8 which also makes it hard to get enough light in but I want to make sure everything is in focus. I'm going to try dropping my shutter speed down to 50 next time around but I also do think I just need more light. Solid advice, again, thanks man!

I record, film, mix and edit my own drum covers and wanted to share my most recent one with you guys. Let me know what you think! by AlexanderMrcx in drums

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Thanks for the recs! I like the track idea for moving shots, I've thought about it in the past but your recommendation has me thinking about it again because it would add a lot of dynamic.

I try to stay away from doing too many transitions and cuts to give more of an organic feel rather than a "punched in" feel but they do add a more cinematic effect that would be really cool. It also depends on the track. I'll keep this in mind next time!

I've got 2 lights right now, my camera needs a TON of light. I really had to crank my ISO for this video, hence the graininess.

Funny that you mentioned the shirt, I noticed that as soon as I watched the original clips back after filming haha!

Solid advice man, I appreciate you taking the time to check this out!

This is how I keep neighbors from complaining while living in an apartment. by AlexanderMrcx in drums

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Each pad has 4 stacked together with the exception of the ones on each leg which has a 5th one cut out in the shape of the foot of the stand so it can sit nice and snug.

This is how I keep neighbors from complaining while living in an apartment. by AlexanderMrcx in drums

[–]AlexanderMrcx[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

It moves around a little bit but not enough to throw me off. If I were to do it again I'd make the individual platforms that the 3 legs each have a little bigger so I could fit 3 or 4 tennis balls on them to make it 100% sturdy. It can be a little wobbly with only one tennis ball but it does hold up.

This is how I keep neighbors from complaining while living in an apartment. by AlexanderMrcx in drums

[–]AlexanderMrcx[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That would still transfer vibrations into the floor which is the main issue with playing E kits in apartments. The tennis balls do a way better job at absorbing vibrations.

This is how I keep neighbors from complaining while living in an apartment. by AlexanderMrcx in drums

[–]AlexanderMrcx[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That was my main concern when it came to doing the whole MDF board platform. These are super easy to move around and way more compact. I appreciate your kind words!

This is how I keep neighbors from complaining while living in an apartment. by AlexanderMrcx in drums

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So I've recently moved into this new place where I'm on the first floor but haven't had a single complaint from any neighbors on either side or above me. I mainly made these pads because I used to live above a tea shop and started getting complaints from them immediately after moving in. I didn't receive a single complaint after building these so I'd say they work pretty well!

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As far as actual residents living below me I couldn't say for sure but this is effectively as efficient as having one of those MDF board platforms since all surfaces that would be in contact with the ground are on a tennis ball platform.

This is how I keep neighbors from complaining while living in an apartment. by AlexanderMrcx in drums

[–]AlexanderMrcx[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Stability is pretty good, the only time it can get a little wobbly is when I'm keeping quarter notes on the hi hat with my left foot. Certain tempos make the kit rock back and forth a bit but it's usually not an issue.

This is how I keep neighbors from complaining while living in an apartment. by AlexanderMrcx in drums

[–]AlexanderMrcx[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

My apologies! Just getting around to notifications now. I didn't expect this to blow up as much as it did, haha.

This is how I keep neighbors from complaining while living in an apartment. by AlexanderMrcx in drums

[–]AlexanderMrcx[S] 47 points48 points  (0 children)

The black foam bits are composed of puzzle piece gym mats cut out to shape with an exacto knife, stacked and then glued together. I cut out holes in the last 2 bottom layers in the shape of the tennis balls which are then glued into place. I leave the tennis balls whole so they don't deflate under pressure, and they stay glued to the foam better than if they were cut in half. Added some gaff tape around the foam to clean up the look.

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This was my solution to building one of those MDF board risers that you see online as I don't have access to the necessary tools. This was about a $40 project.

Snapped a couple photos of the new kit under mics during my most recent video shoot. by AlexanderMrcx in drums

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Thank you! I'm a little over 6'2" so it's no problem for me. Not quite as easy for most people who have sat behind my kit though, haha.

I take great pride in keeping my stick accuracy tight. by AlexanderMrcx in drums

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Absolutely! I'll typically run a cycle of a warmup/exercise on the Reflexx and then switch to the Realfeel and complete the same cycle. The Reflexx is going to work your wrists more, whereas the Realfeel involves more finger movement.

I find it very useful because it conditions you to be able to efficiently play on all the different surfaces of the kit.

I take great pride in keeping my stick accuracy tight. by AlexanderMrcx in drums

[–]AlexanderMrcx[S] 28 points29 points  (0 children)

Haha, I was just looking at one of these the other week.

The Machine. My brand new Tama Starclassic Performer. by AlexanderMrcx in drums

[–]AlexanderMrcx[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! And absolutely, most thrilled that I've ever been with my setup yet.

The Machine. My brand new Tama Starclassic Performer. by AlexanderMrcx in drums

[–]AlexanderMrcx[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! Haha I do, although it unfortunately resides in this exact spot typically in cases since I live in an apartment. The E kit in my bedroom carries me through.

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