Just Starting

[Nickoladze]

I'm just thinking about starting to drum, and I was wondering what any of you might recommend that I start with.

I've looked over practice pads and electric pads, maybe 1 or 2 to start with, but I cannot decide.

Any help is appreciated. :)

[maddrummr]

Congrats on finding yourself here!

I would start with the HQ realfeel drum pad. I use it I love it. Find the drum rudiments and practice those and practice correct technique. Drummerworld.com and vicfirth.com are great places to look for some examples of the greats showing good technique.

[Nickoladze]

http://www.interstatemusic.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?storeId=10051&langId=-1&catalogId=10001&productId=89875

Is that what you're talking about?

And what about drum sticks, does it matter which ones I use? I have a pair of my friend's old Zildjian ones, I assumed they would be fine.

I know this doesn't count, but I've been playing the video game Rock Band for a couple months now and even though it isn't really like drumming, I think it helps with keeping different rhythms with my arms and legs.

[maddrummr]

Some general sticks are the Vic Firth SD1's. As for coordination, well that happens mainly when you jump on the kit. Now most people don't have the budget to buy a set of drums on a whim. I recommend getting lessons if you are committed to learning drum set.