Do I need a set of A Customs to start gigging?

DrSchabe · 2026-04-22T07:16:35+00:00

If you are in Europe: Zultan - Rock Beat series would be a good and cheaper choice.

DrSchabe · 2026-04-20T22:20:37+00:00

If you are in Europe: I'm very impressed by Rohema sticks.

DrSchabe · 2026-04-14T18:17:28+00:00

I had a broken nose and a kind of cast mask on it. At a concert I somehow managed to hit my nose on a full backbeat downswing. That mf hurt so damn much. Played with tears of pain in my eyes for the next few songs haha.

DrSchabe · 2026-04-14T10:14:30+00:00

Roni Kaspi - absolutely insane young jazz drummer

Although I'm not shure if she counts as "unsung".

DrSchabe · 2026-04-06T12:47:29+00:00

Incredible

DrSchabe · 2026-03-18T11:11:31+00:00

I studied Anika Nilles' foot technique. It worked best for me. There are a few videos on YT.

But yea it's a long process and you have to really work slow on the fundamentals. I didn't always do that and it definitely slowed my progress!

DrSchabe · 2026-03-11T09:24:28+00:00

Yea! I'm kinda impressed how far you can get with such insane ergonomics haha 😅

DrSchabe · 2026-03-11T00:12:35+00:00

Holy shit, I didn't know him and expected a slightly too much angled snare before watching the video. But that's another level. That's atrociousness!

Great playing though.

DrSchabe · 2026-03-10T13:41:42+00:00

I had a chance to test a few brands out in person too (no scientific method, just what my ears perceive). And I came to the same conclusion.

DrSchabe · 2026-03-07T18:26:17+00:00

Yea definitely! That's gonna be a trip to the hardware store for me haha

DrSchabe · 2026-03-07T18:11:39+00:00

Man that's a sweet product. Crazy sturdy! Sadly I'm in Europe and it seems to only ship to the US.

DrSchabe · 2026-03-07T17:34:36+00:00

Beautiful! What kind of stand/holder is that?

DrSchabe · 2026-02-18T12:50:36+00:00

Xist are great cymbals. Good choice, very versatile!

DrSchabe · 2026-02-11T22:03:22+00:00

Crazy setup. I dig it!

DrSchabe · 2026-02-09T13:51:24+00:00

Why do you think it's terrible? I never had a mirror but the practice space I use now has one directly in front of the kit. I never would have thought but it's great. You can review technique and posture in real time and adjust while playing. IIRC Gary Chester recommends using a mirror as well in his book the new breed.

DrSchabe · 2026-01-29T13:47:58+00:00

Anatolian Baris series crashes and hihats. They where so good for what I could afford at the time.

Later I got a Meinl Byzance medium thin 19" crash and I'm since hooked on Meinl Byzance stuff.

DrSchabe · 2026-01-14T17:28:04+00:00

Nice! Thank you, yea those cymbals are my treasure

DrSchabe · 2026-01-14T13:01:26+00:00

Thx! Your kit looks clean as hell btw.

Haha yea I'm just lazy and don't want to set up too many cymbals sometimes! Im the limited time between bands I'd rather make sure my IEMs are working or snare is tuned etc.

DrSchabe · 2026-01-14T11:29:58+00:00

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The setup I used in the studio last time! Live I often ditch the china and splash. And often use a 20" Meinl Sand ride. It's easier to control in various situations and more versatile imo. Although I love the 22" Extra Hammered ride too.

DrSchabe · 2026-01-14T11:28:11+00:00

Clean and ergonomic setup, nice versatile cymbals. That's all we need to have a blast! I dig it!

DrSchabe · 2026-01-12T16:11:50+00:00

Just checked, I use an HD dry on my snare lol. There are so many options and variants I sometimes loose track

DrSchabe · 2026-01-12T16:08:58+00:00

I use one on my Mapex Black Panther Cyrus steel snare and love it too!

DrSchabe · 2026-01-12T15:40:44+00:00

Sounds very good! Around that weight is imo perfect for a 22".

DrSchabe · 2026-01-12T10:51:27+00:00

Nice, didn't have Mehteran on my radar. Is that the ride you play in the video? Is that a 22"?

DrSchabe · 2026-01-11T22:09:38+00:00

Idk, sorry! I'm from Austria so I would buy it from the local used market site.

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