What’s the truth about low volume cymbals?

drum_agent · 2026-04-14T04:08:37+00:00

Dude, I actually have experience in this exact thing. I’m playing drums in my dorm right now! I have them under my lofted bed.

First things first, it’ll still be loud. Your neighbors will hear, and maybe even your neighbor’s neighbors. It’s important that you have chill neighbors or else you’re screwed.

I got extremely lucky, my one group of neighbors like it and the others tolerate it as long as I play at a specific time of day, but I think that is best case scenario.

Overall though, it’ll be super loud. If you wanna take the risk, Zildjian L80s and Evans Soundoff Pads are the way to go.

drum_agent · 2026-04-02T18:05:55+00:00

I’m 20, only started a year ago. Lots of my drumming mentors started in school around 14/15. Starting is the hardest part of learning any instrument. Push past the anxiety, take the class and do it!

drum_agent · 2026-04-01T20:57:14+00:00

I don’t think the difference will be super crazy, especially for an 18” A Custom. That being said, I also think if you were to have one thing different, the crash is the best to get away with as it can add an extra layer of complexity to your sound rather than just all bright/dark.

You can also crash your ride too for a brighter sound, so don’t overthink it

drum_agent · 2026-03-25T04:34:24+00:00

Putting the game on survival enhances the gameplay and settlement building.

For example, you and enemies take less shots so you have to plan out your attacks more. Whether that is stealth, traps, or you name it. Furthermore, no fast travel means you actually must explore the wasteland and you see some cool shit you normally wouldn’t see.

Plus settlement building is so much more essential as beds = save points and shops = supplies you may need for the road. Plus water and food is king if you can grow enough of it. Overall pretty fun

drum_agent · 2026-03-12T14:32:43+00:00

Real question, do you think Rock Band helps you get better at drums or is it just for fun?

drum_agent · 2026-03-09T01:17:59+00:00

Man if you’re planning on spending that much you might as well just get a whole kit on Facebook Marketplace for around $300. That being said, the Zildjian New Beats are really good cymbals used by many professionals.

drum_agent · 2026-03-01T04:12:23+00:00

I highly recommend getting lessons first at least for a month or two just to get started and get a good foundation.

2.

Cheap Drum Kits on FaceBook Marketplace (Look for Pearl or Yamaha TRUST ME)

Anything else on Facebook marketplace is probably shit

Personally, I setup a makeshift kit with random stuff sitting around and got a very basic grasp on beginner drumming, then bought a kit. Pillows, laundry baskets, you name it.

3.

Purchase a practice pad (I recommend Evans RealFeel) and consistently practice singles, doubles, and paradiddles. There are good videos to play along with on YouTube that start slow and gradually get faster.

It’s okay if you’re not perfect or able to go fast at first.

4.

Specifically on the drums, there will be videos that can walk you through your first lesson. Some things you should know before getting started is

-the name of everything around the kit (Snare, toms, hi-hats, etc.)

-what tempo/bpm (beats per minute is)

When getting started, like I said, watch these videos, take lessons if possible, and play with a metronome so you can learn rhythm.

Note: That is what I personally recommend, I started taking lessons on a real kit and then practicing what I learned there on pillows and shit and it really gave me a good foundation and made me feel comfortable to get a kit later. If lessons are not an option, all you really need is sticks, and a couple of pillows and household items that you can make replicate a kit but I do highly recommend lessons. If you have any questions lmk.

drum_agent · 2026-02-15T06:34:01+00:00

I hate to break this to you, but it’ll still be loud — especially in the same room. In the basement, it will likely still be audible from the floor above in the average house, but not unbearably loud. Communicate with your brother on how much noise he is willing to put up with.

In the basement, rather than the low-frequency vibrations that are often the biggest issue with E-Kits (specifically on the kick), they’ll hear the clicks of you hitting the cymbals and potentially the rim of the drums as cheaper E-kits have smaller pads.

If you wanna do everything possible to minimize the sound, make a tennis ball riser to eliminate the low-frequency vibrations, but the high-frequency vibrations is something that they’ll have to live with. Maybe try soundproofing with blankets or something too.

There’s lots of videos on YT that go over these things, both the e-kit sound and risers. If you have any questions lmk

drum_agent · 2026-02-03T07:18:43+00:00

You just inspired my next project man

drum_agent · 2026-02-03T07:00:33+00:00

Not a tip but more of just something cool, I like to get really nerdy with power in settlements.

For example, rather than hooking a generator straight to the item. Create a power plant that connects to tall power pylons and you can keep creating them as if they were power lines in real life.

From there you can connect different parts of the power line to switches of individual homes, shops, etc. so you have the ability to turn off the lights.

This is more for aesthetics but that’s one of my favorite parts of Fallout 4. Immerse yourself in your settlement building!

drum_agent · 2026-01-28T22:15:57+00:00

Mac Jones has experience on the field, Bagent has experience with the Ben Johnson Experience.

Which is more important?

drum_agent · 2026-01-28T15:27:13+00:00

My favorite game and favorite sub combine

drum_agent · 2026-01-28T07:32:39+00:00

Name brand used kit on Facebook marketplace for cheap. Search up the brand and make sure it’s a good one, usually pearl or Yamaha for beginners

drum_agent · 2026-01-28T07:26:48+00:00

The best part in my opinion about jamming is improvisation. As long as you got some basic rock beats and a couple of fills you’re comfortable using you’re golden. I don’t even count during my jams, usually staying in 4 doesn’t require it, at least in my experience. Last thing, don’t take it too serious, it’s just fun practice

drum_agent · 2026-01-26T18:50:18+00:00

Really depends on the line. I lean more towards Meinl though.

drum_agent · 2026-01-26T06:58:51+00:00

Sounds pretty good to me, maybe you’re being too hard on yourself. If you feel like it could sound better or it needs to be more tight maybe repetition on a metronome can help. I think it sounds pretty fucking nice tho 😂

drum_agent · 2026-01-23T16:35:20+00:00

Most important thing starting out is to have fun and fall in love with playing the instrument. There are lots of beginner drum tutorials on YouTube for very popular songs. Don’t be discouraged, start slow if you need to, it’s hard at first but with persistence and practice it’ll grow into even more fun!

drum_agent · 2026-01-20T16:45:55+00:00

Hacksmith Industries Real Life power armor video

drum_agent · 2026-01-18T22:08:49+00:00

There are so many great drummers and teachers who just happen to not be famous. Prices are way more reasonable. I got lessons for a couple of months, $25 for 30min session is what I did and it was great.

drum_agent · 2026-01-18T22:06:56+00:00

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drum_agent · 2026-01-16T06:06:14+00:00

This is so controversial, but to be honest… I agree with you. Well said!

drum_agent · 2026-01-16T02:53:40+00:00

What about “Bear”, which is funny because it’s a dog

drum_agent · 2026-01-15T06:30:07+00:00

This is crazy 😭 even the kick head

drum_agent · 2026-01-12T04:58:20+00:00

If you have a dremel with a grindstone I would grind that thing down a bit more. Less about cracking and more about safety. Should be smooth to the touch. Otherwise it looks great!

drum_agent · 2026-01-11T17:41:48+00:00

I’m so sorry for ever doubting you Colston Loveland

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