New ex-drummer + new kit Tell me what you think?

[lost_dogg]

Hey guys...

I haven't touched a drumset for 10 years and will start back up again as I have recieved a proposal to play for a grunge/punk band but was going to buy a set regardless to joining.

I've Just purchased a Yamaha Rydeen series. It came down to two sets the Rydeen or a set of Premeirs (bad finish). So I went for the Yamaha's . It came only with a high hat stand and a crash stand. I purchased Zildjian Planet Z high hats and an 18" crash/ride.
I bought 3 more I can say "generic" stands with two 201 Bronze series 16" Paiste crash's and one 20" Ride.

Unfortunately I dont live in the US and dont have access to a wide selection of equipment.

My question is "Will this be enough for now to play in a band?"

Thanx...

[rendezvous_drummer]

For sure man. The cymbals are not of good quality in my opinion, but the rydeens are great kit. You can definitely get by with what you have.

[lost_dogg]

For sure man. The cymbals are not of good quality in my opinion, but the rydeens are great kit. You can definitely get by with what you have.

Thanx! How bad are the cymbals? I got the Paiste 16" X 2 crash + 20" Ride for a total of $280 USD

Quality wise the sound isnt that amazing.....What would you recommend I do to improve the sound? I heard older cymbals always sound better..?

[rendezvous_drummer]

Thanx! How bad are the cymbals? I got the Paiste 16" X 2 crash + 20" Ride for a total of $280 USD

Quality wise the sound isnt that amazing.....What would you recommend I do to improve the sound? I heard older cymbals always sound better..?

Yea man, those cymbals are not good sounding cymbals. I'd recommend the Zildjian A custom or even the Avedis series. Older cymbals can sound very good too. I know alot of jazz drummers who use older cymbals because they're drier.

[lost_dogg]

Yea man, those cymbals are not good sounding cymbals. I'd recommend the Zildjian A custom or even the Avedis series. Older cymbals can sound very good too. I know alot of jazz drummers who use older cymbals because they're drier.



Thanx for your speedy reply! I still didnt have the set delivered yet but had the chance to set up the cymbals. The ride is pretty nasty and not "crispy" enough. It gives more like a "washy sound" but I have to manage for now.

Just wanted to ask if you played for a band? I know that band politics really sucks but I read alot on being positive with all band members. The lead guitarist told me"Well we have to have a jam session to see if your compatable or not" how do you deal with it?


Thanx for your time....

[bonzo49]

Lead guitarists have ego's, reguarly beyond control. Take my band at times he talks trash, me and the the rhytm guitar/vocalist just laugh. You just have to get on with it give it your best. Are the people you are forming with friends, cause if they are good friends and you are comming in as an outsider you will have to prove yourself. But I would try and play with them give it all you got.

As for the kit, just upgrade as required, thats what im doing. Tastes change so theres not point getting cymbals for punk, to realise that now youre a drummer again you want to play jazz.

[harryconway]

I usually meet with "the band" if I can first outside the jam room, to find out about compatability. I let them give me a song list/tape (originals and/or covers) to learn. And we talk, and find out if we're on the same page, so to speak. Then I decide, and they decide, if a jam is in order. But if the jam comes first, the worst that can happen is it's a complete waste of time (not so bad). The best that can happen is you're in a new band. Band politics "can" really suck, but don't have to exist at all if you're lucky. Positive energy always helps.

[JAHdrumming]

I think some care in answering this question should be taken. Not all lead guitarists have ego's...some outsiders think that all musicians have egos...it is a matter of perspective. Consider this, you are coming into a group of established musicians that already play together. They want what is going to be best for the music and you shouldn't take that personally. You may find that you are a perfect fit and then there is the chance that it doesnt work out at all. There is no science to "band politics" it is dynamic and different with each situation. The only thing you can control is you playing and if you are playing to the best of your ability then enjoy it no matter what happens. If you come into a bad or intimidating situation with a new group of musicians just do your best to adapt to the musical environment and play along, part of being a musician is "playing the part" like an actor if you will. ~ good luck!

[MagnZ]

Your drums will work fine in band session's and live, but yeah lead guitartist's can be gigantic a*****s, but then again no.. My old band had a lousy lead guitarist. Slow learner ( mostly because he did not care to practice), he thought he was the best and blamed me for all of his mistakes.. shure he could play fast, but not more then that. In my new band my new lead guitarist can play every dream theater solo that excist and can still play jazz songs right on time. plus that he's a great and open person..

But a jam session is important to the band and to you. If you dont get any good feel with the band then it is a waste of your time;) But then again everything could work out just fine;)