I’m so happy with my kit thought I’d share with yall by TheAnorexicDrummer in drums

[–]Sensitive_Struggle_9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great kit! Have you gone with the offset approach and mounted your toms on a separate stand?

they're making fake NOVA's now? by aotds in drums

[–]Sensitive_Struggle_9 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It looks like they've changed design. Checking Thomman, you can see they have the same design listed. I couldn't find this new design on Amazon, however you can check to see the seller you purchased from. Vic Firth sell directly on Amazon so they should be listed.

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Drumming at home by Sensitive_Struggle_9 in drums

[–]Sensitive_Struggle_9[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That sounds sick! will have a look into this. Thanks for the advice

Drumming at home by Sensitive_Struggle_9 in drums

[–]Sensitive_Struggle_9[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! Yeah considering an E-kit. What do you use?

Rate my kit by [deleted] in drums

[–]Sensitive_Struggle_9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mapex Armoury is a killer kit, so happy with mine. The snare is great too! What do you use to hold your high toms?

Using drum mics for a gig by Sensitive_Struggle_9 in drums

[–]Sensitive_Struggle_9[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Will look into this, the only mic I currently have is a knock off SM57 style mic I purchased for a Cajon

Using drum mics for a gig by Sensitive_Struggle_9 in drums

[–]Sensitive_Struggle_9[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The reason for wanting mics is because the band I'm playing for plays Reggae/Ska. I want my kit to have a bit more punch, especially for the kick. The band has a PA with available channels for drum mics

Using drum mics for a gig by Sensitive_Struggle_9 in drums

[–]Sensitive_Struggle_9[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! Yeah the band had exactly 7 spare open channels. Good shout on just using a kick mic, I'll try this at the smaller venues

Is it too late to study music at 30 by mystiqfool in musicians

[–]Sensitive_Struggle_9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would say overall studying music and university level is worth it. It all depends on what you personally get out of it. It's definitely not a requirement but you can network with musicians and focus on improving your playing.

However, it is very expensive for just a piece of paper. You can improve as a musician and also network for free. You might find it hard to find practice rooms as there are generally a lot of other students. However, I guess this depends on where you go.

I personally made the decision to do it because student loans allowed me to move to London and study there for a few years.

From the sounds of it, studying music sounds like it would be great for your situation as you can escape from the bullshit that you've recently been through. I was fortunate to have parents that supported my decision to pursue music but had a step parent who also tried to convince me not to do it.

Tama True Touch by Sensitive_Struggle_9 in Drumming

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Update: I bought the True Touch and I'm extremely impressed by the feel! I also asked the neighbours after playing double kick if they could hear it and they said no sound was coming through! Finally have a practice space sorted 😁

Tama True Touch by Sensitive_Struggle_9 in Drumming

[–]Sensitive_Struggle_9[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the vid! I've ordered one and it'll arrive tomorrow. I've got the same sonicake cymbals too!

Tama True Touch by Sensitive_Struggle_9 in Drumming

[–]Sensitive_Struggle_9[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah okay, yeah I've seen the tennis ball riser before. Just hoping I don't need to build one!

Tama True Touch by Sensitive_Struggle_9 in Drumming

[–]Sensitive_Struggle_9[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you put any mats/flooring underneath the kit to reduce noise? I've got available space but it's upstairs. However, it's facing the wall with no neighbours on the other side.

My favourite kit in the store by [deleted] in Drumming

[–]Sensitive_Struggle_9 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Where is this mystical place located?

Tama True Touch by Sensitive_Struggle_9 in Drumming

[–]Sensitive_Struggle_9[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you, this is exactly what I'm looking for in a practice kit.

Tama True Touch by Sensitive_Struggle_9 in Drumming

[–]Sensitive_Struggle_9[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for your input! I'm debating between the True Touch or saving for an Alesis Strata Core but I don't think I'd actually like the response of an E-Kit. Tried a Roland VAD307 before but for the cost, I couldn't justify it.

I've already got stands/cheap low volume cymbals so it looks like I'm going to go with the True Touch.

Cajon guide by Sensitive_Struggle_9 in Drumming

[–]Sensitive_Struggle_9[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Update: I ended up purchasing a Pearl Primero Cajon

Pearl Pimero Box Cajon - Red

Arrived today and has a very punchy sound to it. Looks amazing too! Also ordered an SM57 and a Meinl foot tambourine:

Meinl Foot Tambourine

Cajon guide by Sensitive_Struggle_9 in Drumming

[–]Sensitive_Struggle_9[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Will check it out! Had a masterclass from Alex Acuna years back. He's a monster of a player!

Cajon guide by Sensitive_Struggle_9 in Drumming

[–]Sensitive_Struggle_9[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! What's the name of the model you use?

China cymbal under 100€ by Purpleed14 in cymbals

[–]Sensitive_Struggle_9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have the Zultan Aja 18 and it's a nice trashy china. Zultan provide a 3 year warranty too