Joey's New Drum Workshop

[joeybeats]

Born on 12-5-2006.
Purchased at Professional Drum Shop, Los Angeles. A BIG thanks to Bill Karp for the introduction.

The fine details:
-- 9000 series hardware

-- 14" K Con Hi Hats
-- 16" K Con Crash
-- 18" K Con Crash
-- 20" Vintage Zildjian A (1962)
-- 21" K Custom Special Dry Ride
-- 22" K Con High Bell Thin Low
-- 21" Istanbul Agop Mel Lewis Sizzle
-- 12" Wuhan Splash

-- 5 1/2 x 14 Ludwig Black Beauty

Collector Series Finish Ply, Ruby Glass
8 x 8
10 x 8
12 x 8
14 x 14
16 x 16
20 x 14

-- LP Jam Block Low
-- LP RockClassic Ridge Rider
-- Aux Snare - Vintage 1966 - 69 Slingerland Hollywood Ace

Thanks to the many boardmembers who assisted with input on the selection of my new kit. I've always dreamed of owning a red sparkle set, and now, at 52 (!) I finally have one. Hope you enjoy the pic's! Joey


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[Mapex589]

Man alive that is a beautiful kit. Congrats on that kit man....it is killer. The last picture is very cool by the way.

[boomboomda]

Great set, I love the vibrant color, Congratulations.

[Tama Player]

Wow, nice choices, very nice colour. I love that pedal! Anyway, once again very nice and congrats.

Peace
AGR

[secondXheartbeat]

oh boy


everything in that picture is beautiful

[Class A Drummer]

That set looks absolutley amazing. The finish is tight.

[zappafan]

You are a man of simple taste Joey. You like the best of everything. End of story........
Simply gorgeous.

Peace bro and enjoy.

[Illicom]

Love the DW set; I can only dream of having something like that some day.

Nice DTXtreme IIs, also. Lot of expensive drum stuff in that room!

[King Crimson]

Absoutely stunning!

My favorite color too!

[Salicete]

Now THAT'S what I call good-looking living-room furnishings!

Really beautiful kit! There is nothing like the feeling of opening all of those boxes and seeing your new kit for the first time, is there?

[JoshRead]

AWESOME kit dude. Can't go wrong with a DW! Especially those 9000 pedals *drool*.

[d.c.drummer]

omg, those are soooooooooo nice. One day.... one day.... .

[thecraponline]

Congratulations on the kit, joeybeats. I love the way it's set up, plus the nice Zildjians.

[75sling]

Just GORGEOUS!!!!

Please let me know how you like the kick drum.

thanks
75sling

[Drummer Karl]

Can`t close my mouth mate. These pics should be in a "I have got an awesome kit"-book. Just cool...everything on it looks so nice, DW sounds great, looks great...and these cymbals: K Cons and a Special dry Ride...wow.

PS: Is your set-up influenced by Steve Smith a bit? =)

Karl

[fusssion]

I love the fact that your toms across the front are all 8" deep....so cool !! :)

very nice, congrats!

[Snowdogyyz]

LOVE the kit! Great finish. Love the sizes (ala Steve Smith) and the set up. Congratulations!

[davodi74]

Wow. That is the nicest kit I have seen in a very long time. Congrats.

[Drum-Head]

I want your snare drum!

[tamadrummer132]

-gulps-

thats.. a really, really, really, and with a lack for words


HOTT HOTT HOTT HOTT KIT!!!

your cymbals, top of the line
your kit, top of the line
your hardware, top of the line


AND THE SNARE!!!

black beauty.

wow.

[tamadrummer132]

forgot to mention,

nice e-kit and tv :D

[golions]

Beautiful. Just beautiful. I mean, that red finish is striking. Thanks for sharing. Enjoy the new kit.

[timebandit]

" I've always dreamed of owning a red sparkle set, and now, at 52 (!) I finally have one. "

I guess that means I've got.....oh.........about 14 more yrs to wait. I can wait! ( I could wait standing on my Frickin' head if I knew I was getting that kit)

[maddrummr]

Whoa that kit is fricken amazing, the finish the cymbals...THAT SNARE!!
Must be a blast to play
HAVE FUN

[ANIMALBEATS]

Do you sell stolen Children for a living.

[Fat Elvis]

beautiful -- welcome to the club, joey! I think you will be happy here.

way to go on the new tubs. Look very nice.

[joeybeats]

Thanks for the great reception of my new kit, guys! I am in love with these babies. I have been playing non-stop since I set it up. And, the neighbors have all came over, couple by couple, kids in tow, hot chocolate and drinks in hand. Everyone on the block (or earshot, anyway) have been really excited for me. All the men waiting for a turn at the kit! ... LOL. They can't complain now!

Mapex -- Thanks for commenting on the pic. It's the one I didn't take!

Karl and snowdogyyz - Yes, Steve Smith influenced me ... 100%. I love his DVD and listen to it daily as I practice some of his techniques and grooves. He has a musicality that I have just not heard from some of the other drum gods, though I know they have it, I just have to find the correct tape. I decided to get the exact size as Smith, ran it by a few guys here, and they said, cool. I ordered his exact size drums, and even went for his LP setup! I love the latin thing and have my first lesson tomorrow night. Can't wait! Anyway, the thing about the 8 inch depth is that being shallow, not only does it sound really nice, but together with the kick being 20", I can get my toms lower to the ground, and that way I can have them flatter. Makes it easier for me to play on the toms when the heads are flatter, if that makes sense. Easier on my wrists for rolls and just striking them, to me anyway.

Salicete - I agree about seeing the drums for the first time out of the box, nothing like it. Exactly why I included the pics of the boxes and the drums on the floor. I knew someone would appreciate those two pic's ... I'm glad I put them up there.

The cymbals, well I just went to about five stores in the Bay Area one day and played all the types and brands of cymbals I could locate. Turned out that these sounded pretty good to my newbie ear, so I went with them.

75sling - I love the sound of the kick. I left the pillow in there, but thinking of taking it out soon. The 16 x 16 sings. I'm thinking the kick will do the same, once I remove it.

The rest of you that commented on the finish, I'm glad you like it. I understand it is old fashioned style, with the new beautiful wood finishes available. But, I just had to go with red sparkle!

The snare? Well it was a no brainer, after getting some input from a couple of the guys here on the board. The Black Beauty sounds amazing and after playing it the last couple of days, I absolutely love it.

Animalbeats, I don't sell children ... among other things, I play poker!

Thanks again to all of you for the great and enthusiastic comments. I truly mean that. Joey

[gusty]

that last pic looks like it should be in a magazine ad for DW. the 8 inch deep toms look great, and yes i know wat u mean by playing them flat. first thing i thought of was steve smith when i saw it...great kit, hope you have fun

[350zjc]

one sweet looking kit,congrats. love red sparkle.same as mine.

[joeybeats]

Thanks, 350 ... red sparkle is good. Joey

[DogBreath]

Great drums and hardware, and amazing cymbals. Just... wow.

[indiadrummer]

AAA THE FINISH!!! IT BURNS MY EYES!! :)
Beautiful kit, seriously. Kinda, i dont know...majestic. And nice electronic kit too.

[Sam]

Love it! Esp the small bassdrum!

Real Steve Smith fan aj :D

[thumper]

Man, absolutely stunning! I like the electronic set up behind as well. I'd play that kit naked, I like it so much!

[joeybeats]

Thanks again for the nice comments! Joey

[Disco Stu]

Holy Moly! That's a nice kit. I recommend taking the pillow out of the kick. I have a 20x18 with an Aquarian Superkick I and it sounds incredible. Wouldn't dream of muffling it.

[Joe Kearney]

Wooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooow. How much money did that whole setup cost you? Hardware and all!

[joeybeats]

Disco - I will be taking the pillow out this wekeend. Right now, I'm only feathering anyway, so it really doesn't matter, particularly since I'm not playing with any other musicians. But, I do want to hear that kick go boom.

Joe - I purchased all of the gear you see for around $11,000 US ... e-kit, hardware, cymbals, LCD/DVD, accessories and drums. I picked up everything at around dealer cost, with the exception of the e-kit and the LCD/DVD, which I paid a bit under MAP for. Remove the LCD/DVD from the equation and I'm in about $9,700. I am comfortable with the price I paid for the entire setup. Joey

[harryconway]

Sweet kit...your own slice of heaven right there.

[joeybeats]

Thanks, Harry! Just need a splash and I'm all done. Planning on checking some out this weekend. Any suggestions from you splash experts? Joey

[Steady Freddy]

Hi Joey,

Now that's a really good looking set. I'm sure you must be thrilled. Really awesome!

The Black Beauty snare is a nice touch also.

Rock on bro!

[jollymosher]

Nice drums joey! very classy! i can tell you have some taste by your cymbals and yamaha there in the back.

Thanks for sharing it, she is quite a lass.

-Corbett

[maddrummr]

Disco - I will be taking the pillow out this wekeend. Right now, I'm only feathering anyway, so it really doesn't matter, particularly since I'm not playing with any other musicians. But, I do want to hear that kick go boom.

Joe - I purchased all of the gear you see for around $11,000 US ... e-kit, hardware, cymbals, LCD/DVD, accessories and drums. I picked up everything at around dealer cost, with the exception of the e-kit and the LCD/DVD, which I paid a bit under MAP for. Remove the LCD/DVD from the equation and I'm in about $9,700. I am comfortable with the price I paid for the entire setup. Joey



GULP, hmmm if i only win the lottery, then im in good shape.

[billy]

GLAD I COULD HELP ..........MAN THEY ARE SO VERY COOL
SET UP! BETTER THEN WHEN I CHECKED THEM AT PRO DRUM BEFORE THEY WENT OUT.
ENJOY MY FRIEND!
billy

[spoonasm]

Nice kits...I'm jealous! Sent you a PM.

[Zildjian 242]

omg those cymbals. You cant get better than that

amazing drums man, i almost spilled my drink looking at these pics

[Tom B.]

Dude, that's an awesome set.

[timebandit]

Joey,

So I 've been thinking about what you said being 52 & all.

I figured either....

A) you have tons of money, which is a possibilitie, because I myself could go Drop the coin and get my dream kit, I just am married with young children and could find myself divorced if I come home and say " honey.....I'm home, with my new $11000.00 drumset!"

B) Your to that point in your life where your kids are grown, you've done everthing possible for your wife there is to do, and she's like you deserve it " go for it".

C) Your single with no opposing forces to stop you.

or D) Your recently divorced and " DAMN you could'nt WAIT til' you were FREE to go out and ...GET THAT KIT!"

SO...just out of curiousity is it any of those four?

Why the wait?

[rritter]

I set my Gretsch kit up the same way minus one floor tom. Great playing feel in this configuration and a great looking kit. WOW

[joeybeats]

Thanks for the great comments, guys!

Timebandit, I really haven't had the time to spend a couple hours a day drumming until this point in my life. Having the time, the motivation, and the ability to do so now, I decided to make a move. Thanks again. Joey

[timebandit]

Joey,

Good enough for me.

Congrats.......that is one of the nicest kits on the site now.

I've always loved the red spakle ever since Neil did it,

Then re-sparked my interest with Jim Riley from RascalFlats.

anyway have fun! peace!

[relyc]

Dear God.
I can't even imagine walking into
my practice space and seeing that.
What a lovely lovely thing.
I bet that heaven has special rooms
like that for the pure of heart.

Kudos.

[radeq]

amazing playground buddy :)

[jali]

such a beautiful kit!! nice kit man!!

[joeybeats]

Thanks again for these last few great comments of approval. I am overwhelmed by the board's response to this kit.

I hope that all of you have the opportunity to own a kit which is exactly what you want, as to all spec's. I have mine due to the help of many boardmembers here and it has brought me amazing joy and pleasure to play such an instrument. Thanks again to all of you. Happy and healthy 2007 to all. Joeybeats

[Latin Groover]

Any updated pics??
.

[markojett]

That kit is too much sexy. The finish is simply awesome...

[driver]

Wow! Thats pure class. What does the same deph for all the rack toms do for the sound? They must blend together really well.

[gcarlet]

Dude, that is nice!!

[punkdrummer1]

Im drueling over that kit. Congrats man!!

[de Nick]

love it dude. congrats on this nice set!!

[Freddie Freeloader]

damn, those are nice!

[latzanimal]

Very Nice, Joey. Very Nice indeed...

[joeybeats]

Thanks again for the kind comments! I thought this thread was dead.

No new updated pic's, Latin G, as I haven't really made any significant additions. I don't have a camera at the house at the moment, but I will get one or two up in the near future.

I did purchase a 12" Wuhan splash and I love it. Cost $11 at Guitar Center. I'm mostly using it in fills between the ride and the HH. Not sure I need to replace it as it sounds really good to my ears. But I haven't played any of the higher end models, so what do I know.

Only significant change to the line-up is a 21" Istanbul Agop Mel Lewis. I have it sitting over, and a bit to the left of, the 10". I'm mostly using it with brushes for light jazz. I placed the K Con Hi Bell Thin Low over the 16" and use it for exercise when I need to stretch that right arm! Really, mostly using the Dry Ride as main ride ... that pie needs more attention. I don't feel too comfortable with my crash set up, which is as seen in the original pic's ... think I need to bring them into the center a bit, and maybe hang them upside down. Feels awkward when I hit the 18" on the left, anyway.

Driver, the 8" depth sounds really nice to me, and more experienced drummers who have sat at the kit have all raved about the sound. One thing I noticed jumping onto a set with a deeper and more traditional tom set-up is that mine are more responsive with a softer strike ... very quick to get a sound out of them. I was playing a calypso on a Pearl refernce which is an awesome sounding kit and I noticed that on the 10" and 12" depth of the Pearl, the sound was delayed a bit and took a more forceful hit to get the same sound. I'm not criticisng the kit, just stating what you all probably know ... when you play another kit, you do notice some differences.

On the other hand, the 10 x 10 and 12 x 12 were much louder. Both had basically the same heads, but different tuning, for sure. Maybe I am just used to playing that groove on my DW's. Not dissing the PEARL, just discussing the difference in depth. The Pearl was awesome and I think it is more highly regarded than the DW. But I'm not trading today!

I will say this, his Sabian HH's sounded fabulous, much more crisp than my K cons, and with the close, following a footsplash, the K cons may be a bit too soft, but not quite mushy, But close to mushy. Are you following this?

I'm using what I've come to learn is a basic five tom tuning set-up, thanks to Wavelength, who hooked me up. As he PM'd me ... " Perfect fifth between 16" and 14", perfect fourth between 14" and 12", major or minor third between 12" and 10", and finally, perfect fifth between 12" and 8". You'll end up with a root-fifth-octave-third-fifth melody on the toms, which is quite usable and melodic. Check out some Steve Smith videos for an example of this particular tuning."

I used the major between the 12" and 10, and I've tuned everything in C. I bought a $20 Korg tuner and it works perfectly. I used a piano before that, but the Korg works like a charm and I haven't been back and forth between the keyboard and the drums, since. I took a pic of the Istanbul while I had a camera, so here is the new sizzle. Thanks again, guys. Joey

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[superbatmat]

I want it... ... ... ... ...

[Pedey]

ooh man, how fantstic is it getting a brand new kit out of the boxes! best thing ever:)


truly beautiful kit and cymbal oh me oh my


love it

[d.c.drummer]

one of the most stunning kits i've seen on the site. you must be proud.

[dw D]

Very very very very very very very very nice.

[gelebraz]

Excellent choice of sizes!!!

[joeybeats]

Thanks for the compliments! The setup is so much fun and I'm having a blast. Can't stop the acquisition process, however.

I was having some people over to play this past weekend, so I stopped into GC, where they were having a 20% off sale. Bought a Pearl percussion table with mount and hooked it up to a stand ... a great addition for just under $30 USD. Also purchased an inexpensive PDP double braced drum throne for $25, together with a $25 adjustable ProLine piano bench. This way, I have a bit more appropriate seating for guest musicians.

Picked up New Breed (Chester), Advanced Techniques for the Modern Drummer (Chapin) and Progressive Steps to Syncopation (Reed) and now have many included on the DW suggested reading list, but not enough time to get to them all. I take them to bed to read before I sleep, just like a book! How weird are we, reading two bars at a time like it was a paragragh of a thriller? Getting some great ideas, but still working my way through the others. But building a drummer library is a good idea.

Finally, picked up a Vader $7 cup holder and a $8 stick holder. When and where does it stop? LOL
Thanks again. Joey

[Latin Groover]

Cool...But i still want more pics.

[ddrumbum]

Gorgeous kit man, man I bet it sounds amazing to.

[JCM]

Lock your windows and bolt your doors...

[cjl71178]

Ooh, Ooh, Ooh!

That is a very beautiful set, Joey! And one very sweet looking Black Beauty
snare you got (I'm a sucker for Ludwig...as if anyone on here couldn't tell). I'm
actually have a set of Slingerlands that are being re-wrapped with red sparkle. I
myself always wanted a set of red sparkle drums, so when I came across
the Slingerlands I now own, I knew that there was only one color to have them
done in. I should be seeing them very soon.

Anyways, congrats on the DW's and I'm glad you got what you've always wanted.

Rock on bro.

[Rimshot 1111]

Honestly stunning!!!!!!!!!!

Rimshot 1111

[joeybeats]

Thanks for the nice comments. More pic's on the way one of these days. Gonna purchase

Took the entire kit apart tonight, from memory locks to heads. First time since I've owned the kit. Dusted, vacuum, cleaned and wiped down every inch. Didn't strip the lugs off, as that seems like too much after only eight months. Too exhausted halfway through a retuning of every drum to finish. You young guys stay away from the beer and you won't have that problem. But looks good and is calling my name. What a blast. Thanks again. Joey

[gmrakich]

love red glass glitter. I have that kit in a Porky. Great sizes and brass looks great.

[joeybeats]

Thanks, Gmrakich. Particularly coming from you, the man with the coolest playpen on the planet, I am flattered. Joey

[Jdrum14]

I'm scared to ask what the price is.
Those would be my dream drums...
Awesome set

[beefythedrummer]

Everyone has already said it, but that is truly a beautiful kit. Everything on that is super nice =)

[joeybeats]

Thanks for the nice comments, JDrum14 and beefythe drummer.

JDrum, the six DW drums, which were all custom ordered and built to my exact spec's, cost just under $3,000 USD. Add in the Black Beauty, which I purchased for $372, and I have pro drums, a seven piece set, including the bass drum mounting hardware, for under $3500, all delivered to my door. Of course, the cymbals and other hardware are not included in these prices.

I am one of the members here who believe that Drum Workshop is not overpriced and moreover, proof that if you shop around, you can obtain very good deals on new equipment.

Thanks again for the compliments. Joey

[That Guy]

All I can say is... WOW! Also, having the E-kit behind it... enough already. I'm going to go sulk in my jealously now.. lol.

[dry_water]

o_0 I am jealous... LOVE THE FINISH... it looks great. must look grater when all the light dim out and there is a spotloght on you.. hehe ;) congrats.. btw, i might be coming to the states for college, and I love DW, i always dream of having one. how much does a kit like that go for, but a 4-piece??

[joeybeats]

Thanks, Dry Water and That Guy.

Dry Water, with initials DW, you need a set of these guys. I think four drums would cost you about USD $2,000-2,500 in a wrap. Call Stan the owner of Professional Drum Shop, in Los Angeles for actuals, I'm just guessing. www.prodrumshop.com/

Thanks again. Joey

[mddrummer]

the best kit ever made!

[joeybeats]

LOL, your enthusiasm for DW's is noted, mddrummer. Thanks! Joey

[Latin Groover]

Sooo more pics .

[NIMBY]

stunning, looks like it would be so fun to play, many hours of fun on the beauty

[DrumGod]

I aint gonna lie....If Someone breaks into your home and steals just your drums...chances are it is me!!! Gorgeous kit

[joeybeats]

Thanks for the compliments! Still working on a getting a camera to my house for more pic's,Latin Groover. Joey

[TheAnalogKid]

Hold on to those DW's, they will age very well. Especially with those K Con's. You have an amazing kit Joey. I like how you did a Neil and have an accoustic and electric kit with it.

[joeybeats]

Thanks AnalogKid. Not sure what you mean about drums aging. I didn't realize shells get better over time, but if they do I'll be even that more satisfied with my purchase. Thanks again. Joey

[TheAnalogKid]

Thanks AnalogKid. Not sure what you mean about drums aging. I didn't realize shells get better over time, but if they do I'll be even that more satisfied with my purchase. Thanks again. Joey

If you keep them warm, don't change temperatures a lot, wood will age very well. Listen to older guitars, or a '68 Slingerland kit. They don't sound the same as they did when the first came out, but in most peoples opinions, they sound amazing!

[joeybeats]

If you keep them warm, don't change temperatures a lot, wood will age very well. Listen to older guitars, or a '68 Slingerland kit. They don't sound the same as they did when the first came out, but in most peoples opinions, they sound amazing!

Thanks for that info. As a matter of fact, lately I've been obsessing over a a vintage 60's Rogers, Slingerland or Gretsch. Not sure how to go about getting one without getting ripped off, but I am on it! Must be 12,14, 20 (maybe 18) and matching 14 snare. Original mint or near mint ... excellent will work ... White Marine Pearl, a sparkle, maybe the old Rogers pink swirl wrap... or a Gretsch green shiny swirl, and what about those psychedelic old Ludwigs? And that 14 x 4 Max Roach snare? Or maybe one of those ... STOP THE MADNESS. Obsessed I tell ya. Joey.

[slingerland755]

Dude,
I'm jealous. How are they holding up?

[jwdrums]

Sweet....quality drums, quality!!

[joeybeats]

Thanks, jwdrums, I appreciate the kind words.

Slingerland 755, let me tell you that they are holding up very well. They are cleaned and dusted regularly and since I never take them out of the house, they are like mint condition. Truth is, although it is a pain, I still enjoy cleaning and shining every inch of the thing ... like they were brand new.

I play almost everyday when I'm home (but nothing like the test you younger rockers would put them through) and the heavy duty DW hardware has been bullet proof. I mean nothing has gone wrong. I still enjoy every sparkle of this kit and feel so lucky to sit and play it. I love these DW's and hope all of you have the opportunity to own a set that you are 100% completely satisfied with one day. I know many of you have that feeling now, but I also understand that many of you younger players do not. You save your money and after you have your school and other priorities down, you can get whatever you want.
And, of course, just because I'm satisfied with the kit, doesn't mean I don't want more stuff, because I do. I have four rides and want event more! I have the 14" K Con HH's and would like a firmer chick sound. Can you own too many cymbals? I want more sounds! Been playing accoustic since December 2006, and electric for just over a year ... this has turned into a fascinating hobby, opening up worlds of new music I never listened to before. Keeps the mind and body very active. Thanks again, guys. Joey

[aydee]

I have four rides and want even more! I have the 14" K Con HH's and would like a firmer chick sound.

Hey Joey! Try the A-customs, and the Paiste signature power hats if you can. I think they have what you mean by a firmer chick sound.
I did have to think twice about exactly what you meant there for a minute; )

And since we're on the subject, if ever drummerworld was to have a beauty contest, like a Miss Drumset or something , my vote would definately go to your kit.

[thunderess drummer]

you lucky @!$#&!*!!!!!!
i LOVE DW!
NICE RED FINISH

[joeybeats]

Thanks you for the very gracious comments, Thunderess and Aydee. I will also be certain to check those HH's out. Joey

[KONA]

My favorite finishes are the red and green glass glitters! Your Red Glass Glitter DW's drums are drop dead....! Nice!

Love your set-up. Great photos too - enjoy!

[thatoneguy]

Good stuff. Similar to my current get up. I just got a new DW Champaign Gold (Born in Feb. of 2007) with a black beauty as well as a roland td-20. Currently working on turning part of my house into a recording studio...can't wait to get everything going.

[joeybeats]

Thank you Kona and Thatoneguy. Hey Kona, I'm actually going to Kona next week, any connection?

And Thatoneguy, you gonna make us beg to see a couple pics of that new DW set of yours? Get 'em up here! Thanks again. Joey

[thatoneguy]

Thank you Kona and Thatoneguy. Hey Kona, I'm actually going to Kona next week, any connection?

And Thatoneguy, you gonna make us beg to see a couple pics of that new DW set of yours? Get 'em up here! Thanks again. Joey

Yah, lemme find the link and i'll post it.

[thatoneguy]

http://www.drummerworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=30639

[TheAnalogKid]

Hey Joey! Try the A-customs, and the Paiste signature power hats if you can. I think they have what you mean by a firmer chick sound.
I did have to think twice about exactly what you meant there for a minute; )

And since we're on the subject, if ever drummerworld was to have a beauty contest, like a Miss Drumset or something , my vote would definately go to your kit.

Two words -- Sabian 13" AAX Fusion Hats. Wait...1.2.3.... 4 words, and some numbers!

They kick some serious ass, and they sound amazing as semi-open, closed, and as a 'chick' sound!

[zazzypuddinginatube]

im very envious. such a sexy kit.

[burnthehero]

I'm intrigued by that tom mount on the bass drum. Almost makes me wish I had one on my bass drum.

[KONA]

Thanks again for the nice comments! Joey

I was at this site when you first posted it but happened to be just looking at stuff again. And, I have to tell you, your drums (IMO) are some of the nicest drums anywhere.

Your electronic kit looks pretty nice too.

Hope you're having fun with them - and Merry Christmas while I'm at it here.

[NIMBY]

wow, this thread is still here! cant blame it though, it does have some of the nicest drums known to mankind in it, i mean seriously, WOW...

[joeybeats]

Thanks for the very nice comments Zazzy, Kona, Nimby. Still in love with the set and the hobby, though I suck.

I do like the bass mount, Burn. Try one out when you have a chance and let me know if you think there is any sacrifcice regarding the sound from the kick. Most guys use pillows and pinstripes and muffle the heck out of the things anyway. Sounds and looks great to me.

Thanks again.

Happy Holidays to all! Joey

[rmandelbaum]

those are awesome!

I am kinda partial to DW myself ;-)

[joeybeats]

Thanks for the nice comment, R. Yes, I do see that you're a DW fan. And, I understand why! Joey

[Jason Dorn]

That kit is awesome the cymbals every single thing about it is awesome. I'm not a big fan of DW drums for personal reasons but that is truly a work of art congrats.

[joeybeats]

Thanks, Jason. Quite flattering. And, you swing mjolnir! Joey

[drummerchick435]

Wow...man, that is one beastly awesomely amazing kit!

Nice E-Kit too.

Also, (I'm one to notice small things) why do you have your cowbell turned upside down?

[joeybeats]

Thanks for the nice comments, DC435. LOL Amazed you noticed the cowbell.

The reason the bell is upside down is because I was greatly influenced by Steve Smith and his set-up when I put this kit together. I heard him say on his US Beats video (a great dvd to own, really melodic playing) that he obtained more sounds out of that bell when it was upside down, as the plastic trim only produces one sound. I tried it out both ways and he is absolutely correct. I guess these guys know what they are talking about. I use it in a few latin rythyms, cha cha, mozambique, and a few bad attempts at Bonham. Anyway, if you have one of these, check it out and see of you agree about getting more sounds out. Thanks again. Joey

[macmarkus]

hi, joey,

congrats to your nice setup ... and if you don't like your special dry ride anymore, i would take it. maybe in change with my cons medium?

happy new year,
markus

[joeybeats]

Thanks, macmarcus. I love that 21" Special Dry Ride, the favorite of mine. What's wrong with a K Con medium? I played one last Saturday at a Guitar Center and it sounded fabulous. Joey

[macmarkus]

<oh, there's nothing wrong with the cons ... but my wife don't believe that her husband needs more than three rides. ;-)>

but a question i forgot:
why not a matching snare (a ten plus six or an edge, for example) with your set?

[joeybeats]

I had the Black Beauty when I placed the DW order. I didn't think it could get much better than that. Maybe I've made a mistake, who knows. The good news is I introduced a 60's 3 ply Slingerland into the lineup last week. Picture is up with the others of my kit. I am enjoying it. Joey