Christmas wishes...what are you hoping to get?

[shoedaddy]

With the holidays just around the corner, I was curious as to what others are getting or are hoping to get in terms of drum-related gifts. Since nobody was likely to know what I wanted exactly, I decided to get myself my own gift. I ordered a set of new Ludwig Vistalites in Jellybean colors. In order to match that '70s sound, I also picked up a new set of Paiste 2002s. I'm sure my significant other will be surprised to see what she picked up for me. I'm not 100% sure that the Vistalites will make it before the 25th, but I've waited 20 years for a set of these, so a few more weeks won't make much difference.

Anybody else know what they want or what they're getting?

[Mastershake16]

well i asked for new heads bt considering i just had a not so sound proof sound proof room built thats probably my main gift, might get like 60$ for heads though, then my Gf is getting me a wuhan China/splash pack (16", 10") and some Vater sticks and my sister is getting me a 12" wuhan china (put the splash on the 12" china as a stack) also asked for some Turn it up and lay it down CD's and 2 gibralter boom arms, and my farthest off wishes are a DW 5000 pedal and a 18" paiste giant beat multi, but ya lol, vstalites are nice man my drum teacher has a whole room of vintage drums an old vistalite from the 50's i think?

[Guz2]

An extra pad for my Roland. I'll probably use it as a china

[jay norem]

I'm hoping to get through the "holiday season" with my sanity intact.

[Leadfoot]

I'm hoping to remain employed & a step or two ahead of my bills.

[darkstar442]

drums set for guitar hero world tour hahaha and.... A X I S A L 2 ! ! ! ! ! !

and some video games lol

[caddywumpus]

Not drum related: good kids!
Drum related: more work

[trkdrmr]

Hmm

Not drum related: I'd like to get the hell out of the middle east and back home

Drum related: To get home and play my new kit.

[joshisaces]

haha,

Alu Bell or a Meinl bell.
A new throne.... A 300 lb. dude sat on mine and broke it. ha.
Boom stand.
Sticks
Jam block.

[Ainulindale]

my Stage Customs that i have on layaway, so i guess all i really want for christmas is a bonus ; )
that and peace on earth, cause we could use some of that...

[bojangleman]

i havent decided yet..lol

but, i have 2 wishes =)

Joey Jordison Sig Snare
or
New double pedal..lol

Alex

[aydee]

Hmm

Not drum related: I'd like to get the hell out of the middle east and back home

Drum related: To get home and play my new kit.


Thanks for keeping this thread real, trk. I wish the same for you.

Not drum related: good kids!
Drum related: more work

Worth re-reading.

I'm hoping to remain employed & a step or two ahead of my bills.
Hope so too....

I'm hoping to get through the "holiday season" with my sanity intact.

Thats a huge pre-Christmas presumption, Jay.

Kidding.

[Frankierocker]

I'm hoping to get a new pedal and a couple of cymbal stands. The Trick pedals look very interesting, especially the Dominator.

[shoedaddy]

I certainly appreciate all the sentiments outlined by others below. TRK, I hope you get home safely and soon and get to play that drumset. I'm sure I speak for everybody in noting that we appreciate what you're doing. I was in the middle east years ago under what I gather were different circumstances, and I can safely say that it can be a pretty harsh environment even in the best of times. As for the rest, yes, it's a crazy time of year, and the economy is a rough one. I guess I'm justifying my drum purchases as my contribution to the economy. Plus, my drums seem to be a better investment now than any stocks.

As for my Christmas list, all of my Paiste 2002s have come in, so now I'm just waiting for the Vistalites. For the 2002s, I picked up a slightly down-sized version of Bonham's set up--22" ride, 19" crash, 18" crash, 15" Sound-Edge hi-hats, and, for me, the surprise of the bunch, an 18" Novo China. I really love that thing--a china with a playable bell, and one that sits nice and still on the stand.

[Strangelove]

Paiste 2002's, Iron Cobra double, Wuhan China, a decent throne, better batter heads, ah the wish list goes on.

[Strangelove]

I I picked up a slightly down-sized version of Bonham's set up--22" ride, 19" crash, 18" crash, 15" Sound-Edge hi-hats, and, for me, the surprise of the bunch, an 18" Novo China. I really love that thing--a china with a playable bell, and one that sits nice and still on the stand.

How do you like those 2002's? Bonham was my idol when I was a teenager. I especially used to like the fallout of his crash cymbals. To me it sounded like I would visualize a star shower. Do you happen to know, on Led Zeppelin III, was he recording with Big Beats or 2002's?

[shoedaddy]

Do you happen to know, on Led Zeppelin III, was he recording with Big Beats or 2002's?

From what I gather, Paiste 2002s weren't introduced until 1971, and the album came out in 1970, so I would guess it was all Giant Beats on that album. I've read that he mixed Giant Beats, 2002s, and even 602s until the mid-'70s, when he switched to all 2002s.

[Crydevil]

How do you like those 2002's? Bonham was my idol when I was a teenager. I especially used to like the fallout of his crash cymbals. To me it sounded like I would visualize a star shower. Do you happen to know, on Led Zeppelin III, was he recording with Big Beats or 2002's?

I have a 24" 2oo2 Ride, 18" 2oo2 Medium Crash, 20" 2oo2 Ride (used as crash) & 15" 2oo2 Sound Edge Hats, and I think they sound amazing.
I've had some Sabian AA & Zildjian Avedis cymbals, but I definitely prefer these Paiste's.

And since Led Zeppelin III was released in 1970, I assume Bonham used the Giant Beat cymbals on that album.

Oh, and for Christmas I'd love a 24" Paiste Giant Beat ride :D, pretty expensive though -_- :P.

Greets !
Crydevil

[shoedaddy]

I have a 24" 2oo2 Ride, 18" 2oo2 Medium Crash, 20" 2oo2 Ride (used as crash) & 15" 2oo2 Sound Edge Hats, and I think they sound amazing.
I've had some Sabian AA & Zildjian Avedis cymbals, but I definitely prefer these Paiste's.

And since Led Zeppelin III was released in 1970, I assume Bonham used the Giant Beat cymbals on that album.

Oh, and for Christmas I'd love a 24" Paiste Giant Beat ride :D, pretty expensive though -_- :P.

Greets !
Crydevil

That's a nice set up, Crydevil. Hope you get your Giant Beat. Even with my new 2002s, I still would love to get a set of Giant Beats. I couldn't find them anywhere and ordered a 24", but it had a dent in it. I switched to 2002s because I could try them out in person, and they have more variety. I suspect I'll get to the Giant Beats eventually. Both series have a great classic rock sound.

[doorstilend]

hopefully brand new:
Ludwig Centennial Maple
Paiste 2002

[shoedaddy]

hopefully brand new:
Ludwig Centennial Maple
Paiste 2002

Based on my experience, I think you'll be more than satisfied with that set-up. Hope you get it. Here are some pics of my new 2002s with a glimpse of my Centennials.

[Crydevil]

That's a nice set up, Crydevil. Hope you get your Giant Beat. Even with my new 2002s, I still would love to get a set of Giant Beats. I couldn't find them anywhere and ordered a 24", but it had a dent in it. I switched to 2002s because I could try them out in person, and they have more variety. I suspect I'll get to the Giant Beats eventually. Both series have a great classic rock sound.
Thanks Shoedaddy, I really recommend the Giant Beat series :). I own a 15" Giant Beat hi-hat and they sound amazing. Loud, but amazing.
So you should definitely try to find someplace where you can try them in person :D.

Greets !
Crydevil

[Drummertist]

Just got one early: Gibraltar Extended Splash boom arm.

Also getting: LP Black Beauty Sr. Cowbell and Blue Jam Block along with the LP Percussion Claw.

I'm gonna give my drums some new voices!

[shoedaddy]

Gibraltar and LP make some nice stuff, Drummertist. Enjoy.

Crydevil (and others)--one question about Giant Beats. The one shop I just visited had some hi-hats and a multi 20" (not a complete set as I wanted). But the two had completely different finishes. The hats were that very dark brown/bronze finish, while the 20" was a bit lighter with an almost greenish-bronze tint. Is that typical with Giant Beats that the finishes differ slightly? My 2002s are all exactly the same, even though I bought them from two different places.

[rogue_drummer]

A girlfriend?!!? A drummer girlfriend would be great, but I'll settle for just a girlfriend who likes to bang....drums....

[peanut23s]

erm well a remo 50th ann snare was contemplating some aax celerators as my b8s are knackered but snare limited to 200 at 200 quid and looks gr8 along with only having a yamaha steel shell which isnt that great.

extras a new throne maybe snapped of some of it so v uncomfortable been like it 4 ages so can survive for a bit. moon pads 2nd snare basket side snare :)

but im going away on holiday with family and freinds so add tht snare and it cant get much better

[jbsg02]

Ludwig Black Beauty 6.5"

and a couple SKB cases to finish out my kit

[rogue_drummer]

just a simple maple kit with a cool finish. nothing too spectacular. 4 or 5 piece kit would be nice.

[doorstilend]

Based on my experience, I think you'll be more than satisfied with that set-up. Hope you get it. Here are some pics of my new 2002s with a glimpse of my Centennials.


Man you are lucky, perhaps whats the story about the Giant Beat series? do you know where can i find some? havent searched Ebay yet...i better do that now

[LeeLovesSabian]

Sabain XS20 Crash.
And TAMA boom stand.
etc...........

[Chonson]

I also did my percussion Christmas self-gifting - and bought the DW kit I've wanted for, oh, about a decade.

Apparently it may actually make it in before Christmas!

[TheGroceryman]

im getting my christmas present early....the new macbook 13.3" laptop. Mom's gonna get it on black friday. Gonna be sick....

[drumguyfromWI]

some Sabians: 14" AAX Xcelerator Hi-Hats and a 20" Vault V-Ride.

my family has no clue about drum stuff though, so they're just giving me money that I will put towards the cymbals... that way I don't blow all of my new car fund on cymbals...

[stasz]

Crydevil (and others)--one question about Giant Beats. The one shop I just visited had some hi-hats and a multi 20" (not a complete set as I wanted). But the two had completely different finishes. The hats were that very dark brown/bronze finish, while the 20" was a bit lighter with an almost greenish-bronze tint. Is that typical with Giant Beats that the finishes differ slightly? My 2002s are all exactly the same, even though I bought them from two different places.

No worries, GBs are known for the different colors. I don't know how they end up like that exactly, it's some part of the production line... the firing or something. Anyway it doesn't really make a difference although I'm sure some of them sound slightly different from each other. When I tried out big beats at the store the 14" and 15" hi hats were different colors. Pretty trippy. Killer set up btw, cant wait to see the jelly bean vistalites set up with the 2oo2s.

I already got what I wanted for christmas so you can all be jealous... probably the third time or so ive posted this picture on the forum lol

http://i164.photobucket.com/albums/u39/youenjoy00myself/DSCN0001.jpg

[shoedaddy]

Great looking kit, Youenjoy...never seen that finish on a Renown. I love the sound of those. Thanks for the tip about the Giant Beats. I'll definitely post the Vistalites...still hoping to get them before Christmas.

[petrez]

I'm hoping for some new drum mics this year, I was very lucky to get a snare for my birthday just a couple of weeks ago, so I don't expect to get some really fancy stuff for x-mas because of that. Anyway, I have a good feeling I may get drum mics, most probably 3x Beyerdynamic Opus 87, and a bassdrum mic. Allready have a nice snare mic.

[shoedaddy]

Sounds good, Petrez. I've been to Sweden and Finland but not Norway (yet). Loved it up there. Enjoy your new toys.

[shoedaddy]

Just received a call from my drum shop...my Vistalites are in now. I'm picking them up tomorrow and will post some pics as soon as I do.

[diosdude]

I would wish for a tama spartan kit, but i've been very bad and santa's not coming to my house =(

[joshisaces]

http://img3.musiciansfriend.com/dbase/pics/products/1/5/6/555156.jpg

oh my god. this finish is amazing.
Let's keep in mind I'm definitely not gonna get it for Christmas, so I should start saving up.

[peanut23s]

well i finally made my mind up and found where me mum n dad were keeping it then he asked me whether its the one i wantted so had to check thats not in the christmas spirit :( but it does look fab so will eventually get some pictures when ive got it set up

[shoedaddy]

Finally, I get to play them in person. I just brought them home today. The set is made up of a blue 16x22 bass drum, a yellow 8x12 tom, an amber 16x16 floor tom, and a clear 6-1/2x14 snare. I know I should leave 'em wrapped up for a couple more weeks, but I just couldn't resist (and they didn't fit under the tree). Here are some pics...

[stasz]

Very nice!! Vistas and 2oo2s are just like peas and carrots together.

[joosti]

20" Zildjian A custom ride and/or 14" A custom hi-hats

[Jeremy Bender]

Dear Santa... I've been very good this year (I think so anyway), so I would like the following gifts: a new set of Ludwig legacy classics in silver sparkle with a new black- beauty snare to compliment it visually. I realise this is a pretty tall order, but I still believe in you after 44 years. P.S. If the 26" bass drum is too big for your sleigh, please let me know so I can call Fed-Ex freight.

[bojangleman]

could i put a girl on the list?

=P

Alex

[michael drums]

Well...


"The Dark Knight" on DVD

Ted Nugent's new book, "Ted, White & Blue"


and...






a haircut. ;-)

[trkdrmr]

Well...
"The Dark Knight" on DVD

;-)

I just read the movie will be re-released in theaters in january. I am not sure where this places the DVD release. I intend to get it on blu-ray myself.

[Pass.of.E.r.a.]

Well sponosorship deals would be nice......but my second choice would be a set of Tama Iron Cobra Rolling Glide Double Pedals, or another warlord Masai kit so i can have a double bass kit.....sweet

-Jonathan

[Royal]

A new set of hard cases would be good....but this vacant seat will do just fine.

.................................http://img380.imageshack.us/img380/6222/singaporevu1.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

[Daphfz]

A full set of mienl mb20 cymbals + cymbals stands...
every size of every cymbal

[jadeblue]

A good instructional dvd. and another dvd on drumming and maybe the outliers.
that sounds liek a good enough christmas wish list.

[shoedaddy]

Sounds good--hope you all get what you want and need, whatever that is...

[Nodiggie]

Well, I'm glad you asked.... : )

My Trick throw is en route as I speak and one of Santa's little helpers just informed me that my Stellar hoops are following closely behind. I feel like an 8 year old boy again waiting for new toys. lol

[SharkyBait911]

I really wanna get some more toms maybe them tama steel toms
Are they good anyone ????
And ZHT fast crash 14"/15"
AND a set of drum cases for gigs yey !!!!

[ddamm27913]

all i want for christmas.

is for someone to buy my ludwig so i can build my new drumset already

[MacMac]

All I Want Are New Heads But I Think I Saw An Iron Cobra In A Cupboard Somewhere...

[thechief7676]

I asked the wife for a new roc-n-soc throne w/ backrest.

I'm gonna get myself a new snare. Either the phil rudd sonor COB 5X14 or the mapex hammered black panther COB 6.5X14. Both are pretty sweet.

[bamdrummer]

I wanna be able to practice earlier in the morning and later at night but im to cheap to get an e-kit so im thinkin rock band 2.

[Pass.of.E.r.a.]

hmmm the benny greb sand ride, some meinl fast hats 13", byzance brilliant splash 10".

and a crate full of sticks. lol

-Jonathan

[zephead19]

I already sent my list in to santa ;) on it was a set of a custom mastersound 14" hats, 19"'k custom hybrid crash, and a 15 " k custom fast crash. Of which only the hats are of remote possibility.



Man i wish santa were real!!

[Darbuka]

Hey drummers, if any of you are interested in the Remo Darbuka range or any of the percussion they make...i have done review on alot of their gear. All good! Enjoy your drumming!)

http://www.darbukaplayer.com
http://www.fingersoffury.com.au
http://www.darbukaplayer.com/darbuka-doumbek-resources/remo-darbuka-cracking-problem-with-rim
http://www.darbukaplayer.com/darbuka-doumbek-resources/remo-darbuka-doumbek-and-frame-drum-review

[Pocket-full-of-gold]

Man i wish santa were real!!

Ha!..............I've got a two and a half year old daughter Zep.........my wallet wishes the same thing!!!

[GRUNTERSDAD]

It seems that Christmas is for the young, and/or the rich. I am neither.

[sqadan]

I'm asking Mrs. Santa (my wife) for hard cases for my lacquer finish kits.

[Budiesel]

Hard Case for my Ludwig Black Beauty
Paiste Signature Dry Heavy 20" Ride
Instrument Cables
14x14 and 10x8 toms

lol

[Cedwico]

Evans EC2 Clear 12,13,16 (for the batter/topside)
Evans G1 Clear 12,13,16 (for the resonant/bottom side)
Evans Emad 22" bass drum batter head
+ Coated 14" G2 snare drum batter

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=360201174769&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT#ht_3022wt_1055

[sqadan]

Evans EC2 Clear 12,13,16 (for the batter/topside)
Evans G1 Clear 12,13,16 (for the resonant/bottom side)
Evans Emad 22" bass drum batter head
+ Coated 14" G2 snare drum batter

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=360201174769&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT#ht_3022wt_1055

Heads for Christmas? That's like getting socks and underwear!!! ;-)

[Jeremy Bender]

I've adjusted my list to only one thing (one black-beautiful--shiny thing)...

[crazyjake19]

LP Aspire Timbales
Gibraltar kick pedal cowbell mount
Wuhan 14" china
Wuhan 10" splash

I'm getting a DW 7002PT double bass pedal from my fiancee

also non drum related..
hopefully a Dixie Horn for my car :)