What does your kit say about you? [Archive] - DRUMMERWORLD OFFICIAL DISCUSSION FORUM

keep it simple

11-09-2009, 10:59 PM

Thaard

11-09-2009, 11:10 PM

Inspired by Aydee when I posted my kit on DW. What does your kit say about you? Is your setup more than just suitable for the genre? Do the drums, finishes, sounds, cymbal choices reflect your character. Usually, the kit we play isn't our ideal ideal setup due to financial constraints, yet still I believe our choices say a lot about us, or at least, how we'd like to be perceived.

Well, my setup is clean and efficient, while my playing not always is. My drums look pretty plain, but they sound awesome. Maybe I look pretty plain but sound awesome too, I don't know. Thats what I get out of it.. Oh, and I'm a cymbal and hardware mixer.

keep it simple

11-09-2009, 11:18 PM

Well, my setup is clean and efficient, while my playing not always is. My drums look pretty plain, but they sound awesome. Maybe I look pretty plain but sound awesome too, I don't know. Thats what I get out of it.. Oh, and I'm a cymbal and hardware mixer. There you go, now you're thinking laterally. The more I think about it, the more relevant the subject is.

MadJazz

11-09-2009, 11:45 PM

I don't know. You tell me and I'll comment on yours.

Pocket-full-of-gold

11-10-2009, 12:05 AM

What does your kit say about you?

Interesting topic KIS, my band mates used to discuss what our instruments said about us......the general concenus was that as my kit seemed to get smaller and smaller over the years, it must be a reflection that I am a lazy bugger at heart!!

Any guesses as to the Freudian comments passed when one of the guitarists went from a Fender amp to a 2 box Marshall stack???

wy yung

11-10-2009, 12:29 AM

I do not have a specific set up. It depends on the music and parts I have to play. I have a large collection of drums and cymbals as well as sound effects. If I need a magpie call, I have the device. :-)

I tend to hang out in kitchenware, guns and hardware stores looking for new and interesting sounds. I got some funny comments the day I went through all the metal buckets in a hardware store looking for the one. Happily I found it. I also have a great metal ashtray!

harryconway

11-10-2009, 12:36 AM

My kit, quite frankly, every piece of it, hand selected. It is what I want. I've always liked the "natural" wood look. Charlie Watts 57 Gretsch/John Bonhams Thermogloss Luddy's. And I love the patina that age can give, to a clear maple finish. So my Rogers XP8 kit, perfect. Add to a basic 5 piece a 26x14 kick, and an 18x16 floor. All the drums I need. Then there's the "dark side". The e-lectronic side of me. My SPD-S and Electro-Harmonix loop station. And my "vintage" Tama Techstar 305. Again, every piece I choose, with a definite function/purpose. Add to this mix, 2 sets of cymbals. One set....all Paiste Red ColorSound 5's. The other set...all handmade Turkish cymbals (meaning no Zildjian/Sabians). I look at the drum kit as 4 basic voices. Kick, snare, ride, and hats. Change 1, or 2 of those voices, and you basically have a whole new kit. That's why I have 2 kicks, the 22x14, and the 26x14. And 4 snares. And why I have 2 complete sets of cymbals. It's a minimum number of pieces owned, for maximum sound potential. As far as what this all "says about me".......is I'm taking a path less travelled.

gf2564

11-10-2009, 12:49 AM

Validates what I already know....both my kits and most of my cymbals are old and so am I!!

rogue_drummer

11-10-2009, 12:52 AM

If I were a car, I'd be a ragged out Model T. Ok, just kidding. My drums, Yikes! Ok, an old, old, Vintage, Pearl kit. I've had the thing since 1972 but bought all new hardware and cymbals. Paiste PST 5s. Mid range. And new heads. I really, really want a brand new kit, maybe Gretsch, or Tama, or even...Ludwig. But I also like to eat, so maybe someday....

caddywumpus

11-10-2009, 01:12 AM

I like this exercise! Let's see...

My vintage Ludwig kit is like me in that it's being used to play music nowadays, but with a strong influence from the sound of the past.

I guess my DW kit says that when I know exactly what I'm looking for, I'll go all in to chase after it...

grannydrums

11-10-2009, 01:20 AM

well it says i have big unmentionables because the hats are in the middle and I play open handed(thing about it guys, strap a pair of ballons to your front and try to cross your arms)

it says that I am totally wierd because although it has normal right hand lead toms, i have recently found out that i am left footed so the bass is on the left(thank the lord for remote high hats)

and to me it says that I love playing, because when I sit down i always say 'hello my beauties" and get a big rush out of having this great kit to hit.

GRUNTERSDAD

11-10-2009, 01:23 AM

My kit says," You look like you are having fun, but man you need practice with those singles." So I just give it a harder kick. I waited 30 plus years to play again and I do have fun.

Pollyanna

11-10-2009, 01:33 AM

My kit is very small - 16" kick (RT), snare (Premier), 12" shallow single-headed tom (RT) and a djembe. Cymbals are hats, crash/ride and splash.

It's been put together specifically for my current band.

Like Pocket, my kit says I'm lazy. It also says that while I'm not a star drummer, I have a quirky approach.

jwildman

11-10-2009, 01:33 AM

The sounds of my drums definatley suggest Rock and the setup would confirm this. I've got 4 toms 2 snares three crashes and a china. The apperance of my drum set probibly would make me seem like an emo kid. On the shells of my kit I put painters tape with different parts from songs I like. Some them are "It's hard to pick which ones to hate the most" from The Beautiful People, "Drifting bodies, it's soul exertion" from Would?, and "I speak in verses, prophecies and curses" from Buried Alive by Otep.

TTNW

11-10-2009, 01:50 AM

My kits say I that I have a fondness for old school styles. Which is true beyond drumming as well. In addition to white marine pearl or vintage sky blue pearl, I like my '68 Firebird and the look and feel of an old Gibson hollow body guitar.

I like simple aesthetics so it's one of the reasons I scrubbed the logos off the top of my cymbals. I used my old manual Nikons many years after my other photo colleagues bought electronic cameras.

My setups also show that I am very deliberate by nature.

My cymbal choices reflect this the most. I never rushed out and bought a bunch of cymbals. I've gone back to listen to over and over again. My selection of As and Ks shows that I make specific choices.

Lastly that I'm not overly indulgent. Money wise, I could have chosen almost any kit I want and I am satisfied with my inexpensive intermediate level drums. I haven't found cause to justify a full set of Craviottos yet. I have a small collection of snares compared to some of you guys here. A brass 14x6½, a bronze 14x5½, a maple 14x5, a maple 13x7, a maple 10x6 and a mahogany 14x5. I can get it all done with those.

http://www.philippejenney.com/Gretsch_Cat_Jazz_1.jpg

http://www.philippejenney.com/Gretsch_Cat_Jazz_2.jpg

http://www.philippejenney.com/pdp_4piece_1.jpg

http://www.philippejenney.com/pdp_4piece_2.jpg

bobdadruma

11-10-2009, 01:53 AM

I receive compliments on my kits from the musicians that I play with frequently.
They say that my kits are always clean. I get comments on how organized I am. I get comments about how fast I set up and am ready to play. They say that they like both the look and sound of my drums.
Fellow drummers that play my kits at shared gigs comment on how well that my drums are tuned. They like my quality cymbals.
One drummer said to me once, "Were you in the military?" I answered "How did you know!"
He said that you're drums are kept so perfect! I could tell that you are from a military background.
I told him that I keep my kits "War Ready" at all times. Just like my rifle!

Bonz0

11-10-2009, 01:53 AM

Well the finish doesn't say much more about me than "This was the nicest finish among the 3 that left". For the style I play which is sort of Funk/Rock I have to admit I might have a couple of extra things, but when it comes to play some other stuff those extra things become very important so I'm happy with myself knowing that eventually I make a proper use of everything!

aydee

11-10-2009, 05:21 AM

I guess it says that I am spoilt. Even though my kit is a very popular finish on this forum, I dont like it. I prefer the ( ..ahem.. ) natural blondes.

However, being the deep & sensitive person that I am, I look for substance over surface beauty. I was so keen to buy a beautiful sounding Gretsch Renown I'd played, but then I said the heck with rationality, I'll reach for the stars and get a Yamaha MCAN. Havent regretted it at all. Its the most beautiful sounded kit I've heard. Anywhere. Maybe Carlok's Oakies sounded better, but thats ok..

So, I guess it says I'm happy.. I hate my rack and cymbal hardware which also says that I always look for something to be unhappy about.

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Concrete Pete

11-10-2009, 06:31 AM

Depends,

The set I have in my garage is a 9-10 piece dual bass drum with double AND single bass pedals, all of my kit is used, I've jumped up to 7 cymbals, have custom fabricated/welded/finished mounts and hardware, my cymbals range from late 1920's-30 Zildjians to newer Sabians, to a cheap CB cymbal re-fabricated into a pretty good sounding sizzle, to what might just be the biggest and most frankenstein'ed kit in Butte County.

However, I do cut the size of the kit down (to 6 pieces) for gigs, (my truck is small!) and rotate different cymbals and stuff for each gig.

What it all says about me? (judging between the two)
Seasoned drummer,
Cheapskate,
Experimenter,
Looney tunes,
Innovator,
Open-minded,
A guy who likes his drumset to match both his Harleys, (literally--black and chrome)
Sense of timing and finesse, (sound- NOT looks!)
Semi-Professional musician-- BUT keeps to his roots,
An OBVIOUS Music Addict,
The one your mother warned you about!
Yep, the shells may be a bit dusty, but the heads and cymbals aren't! AND:
If you don't like my drumming, that's OK- I wail on harmonica Like Eddie Van Halen does on guitar!

Hope that sums it up,
C. P.

mcbike

11-10-2009, 07:00 AM

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2483/3822703415_4cc9a5339c_b.jpg
70's gretsch
says i have a simple appreciation for the classics. It also shows my heart that wants to take an old things and fix everything and make it better. I think it also shows my perfectionist side. I always say i'm a perfectionist in my own mind.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3597/3398403541_9c5f49f1dc_b.jpg
73' ludwig
my other kit being green sparkle ludwig says i love bonham.

Steamer

11-10-2009, 08:29 AM

Acoustic jazz music......!! :}

Pollyanna

11-10-2009, 08:57 AM

Acoustic jazz music......!! :}

If it's acoustic, why is Jared playing an electric guitar, Stan? hehehe

Here's my little lug-friendly beastie. As you can see, the kick drum doubles as a tumble dryer :)

http://www.sangrea.net/rijidij/pix/hungry_beast.jpg

Steamer

11-10-2009, 09:00 AM

If it's acoustic, why is Jared playing an electric guitar, Stan? hehehe

Here's my little lug-friendly beastie. As you can see, the kick drum doubles as a tumble dryer :)

http://www.sangrea.net/rijidij/pix/hungry_beast.jpg

Caught me with my pants down on that one Polly :}

Looks like a very cool eclectic setup you have there!

con struct

11-10-2009, 09:36 AM

My kit says "somewhat worse for wear, but still able to go a few rounds."

Pollyanna

11-10-2009, 09:39 AM

Caught me with my pants down on that one Polly :}

Looks like a very cool eclectic setup you have there!

Hehe. Stan, it's like when they called Bitches Brew electric jazz when it first came out. It sounds pretty acoustic next to MO or RTF!

lol - my crew are an electric band, just very low wattage, around the evel of an AA battery in most songs :)

I like my little kit but sadly the RT Gig Kit doesn't come in hot pink and I'm too much of a cheapskate to re-cover it ...

aydee

11-10-2009, 10:51 AM

If it's acoustic, why is Jared playing an electric guitar, Stan? hehehe

Here's my little lug-friendly beastie. As you can see, the kick drum doubles as a tumble dryer :)

http://www.sangrea.net/rijidij/pix/hungry_beast.jpg

Polly, how do you play the djembe? hand, hands, sticks.. all of the above.. curious how you incorporate it the the rest of the furniture..?

BassDriver

11-10-2009, 10:53 AM

...hmmm...

...If my kit suddenly stood up on its hardware and grew a mouth in the kick drum (LOL)...

...it would probably say...

"Who does this freak think he is who listens to so much Shadows Fall and Tool, only just wishing he had the ear, chops and double-kick speed to play along to those songs? So for now he just spends time trying to learning Schism or training his double kick speed...(waffles on about me complaining that my double pedal is too crap)"

...yeah that's what it would say about me.

...but in the way you people say it...

it says:

excentric
niave
novice
aspiring
creative
cheap

dairyairman

11-10-2009, 02:39 PM

i'd like to think my recently purchased 6-piece mapex merdian maple kit says i'm a smart shopper. while there are comparable kits and better kits out there, i don't think you can touch that level of quality for the money.

supermac

11-10-2009, 03:08 PM

Is there an inverse proportion between the size of a (male) drummer's kit and the size of their private parts?!

joeysnare

11-10-2009, 03:17 PM

hmmm what does my kit say about me.... 1. i love cymbals 2. i play loud and proud and 3.judging by the cleanliness of my kit im more concerned with playing constantly then cleaning the poor things. you can definitly tell its a metalheads kit

keep it simple

11-10-2009, 03:29 PM

Here's my little lug-friendly beastie. As you can see, the kick drum doubles as a tumble dryer :)

I love that sweet little kick drum. Looks beautifully made and sits so well with the rest of the kit. It says a lot about you. Minimalistic but oozing presence. Agreed on the tumble dryer thing though. I know your band runs on AA's, but I'd be tempted to let it breathe to give it sustain and go for a wool covered cork beater to keep the volume in check. Just a suggestion.

dairyairman

11-10-2009, 03:42 PM

If it's acoustic, why is Jared playing an electric guitar, Stan? hehehe

Here's my little lug-friendly beastie. As you can see, the kick drum doubles as a tumble dryer :)

http://www.sangrea.net/rijidij/pix/hungry_beast.jpg

to me that kit says you must not be very tall. it looks like the snare stand is as short as it will go and there's a lot of spindle showing on your hi hat stand.

DSCRAPRE

11-10-2009, 05:02 PM

My kit says "somebody elses".
I bought the kit second hand and it still has the other guy's new heads on it. The Black/Silver finish isn't really me. But the 1 up 2 down layout is just what I wanted and the kick drum sounds PERFECT. Only 4 cymbals (Hats, Crash, Ride) which is totally me because I don't want alot of unnessisary effects and crap (although I'm gonna add a crash and replace current crash and hats to with Zildjian Armands and Ks). So overall I'm real happy.

Pachikara-Tharakan

11-10-2009, 05:08 PM

my kit says just what Billy Cobham said to Keith Moon.

"man, I dont know what you are doing, but just keep on doing what u r donig, u r having fun."

TTNW

11-10-2009, 05:27 PM

Is there an inverse proportion between the size of a (male) drummer's kit and the size of their private parts?!

Yes, and that is why on most gigs I bring only a tambourine, finger cymbals and a popcorn snare.

keep it simple

11-10-2009, 05:34 PM

I guess it says that I am spoilt. Even though my kit is a very popular finish on this forum, I dont like it. I prefer the ( ..ahem.. ) natural blondes.
I really like the finish and I like natural blondes too, but that's going off topic!

alparrott

11-10-2009, 05:36 PM

It definitely says that I have too much time on my hands. Also that I can take a case of hero worship to illogical extremes.

keep it simple

11-10-2009, 05:38 PM

well it says i have big unmentionables because the hats are in the middle and I play open handed(thing about it guys, strap a pair of ballons to your front and try to cross your arms)

because when I sit down i always say 'hello my beauties"
I really don't know how to respond to this post other than to say "you got our attention"!! Gruntersdad, help please! Somebody shoot me.

RogerLudwig

11-10-2009, 06:26 PM

Cedwico

11-10-2009, 06:55 PM

I don't feel like a 15 year old or a young adult when I look at my kit. I feel ten again and it's great.

http://i33.tinypic.com/1tow2o.jpg

Steamer

11-10-2009, 07:07 PM

My kit says that I can't make up my mind...I have a selection of 4 toms, 2 kicks and four snares, but I usually set up a four-piece set. Pick and choose whatever fits my fancy at that moment, that's the way I like it

Those have a real "classic" look Roger. All choices of a setup combo look good to go to me :}

larryace

11-10-2009, 08:13 PM

[QUOTE=bobdadruma;630573]I receive compliments on my kits from the musicians that I play with frequently.
They say that my kits are always clean. I get comments on how organized I am. I get comments about how fast I set up and am ready to play. They say that they like both the look and sound of my drums.
QUOTE]

Geez Bob I could come to a gig w/ a first act kit and frisbees for cymbals and no one would say a word. It must be nice to be at least recognized.
I remember the first gig I brought my DW's in. Not a word was said.

BigSteve

11-10-2009, 08:52 PM

Hmmm....I like a simple clean set up, that I'm moving more towards playing jazz, although the New Beats aren't quite to my taste for jazz they'll have to do until I find something I like. lol Still searching.

http://www.drummerworld.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=28401&stc=1&d=1251175587

MadJazz

11-10-2009, 09:13 PM

No nonsense. That's what it says. I'd rather go chatting with the crowd than haul excessive gear. It goes to show that women aren't impressed by the size but rather by the skills :)

I prefer a simple and clean set-up. What I use is picked precisely and redundant gear is left out. I do like variety and don't mind extra gear. It just doesn't need to be set-up all at once.

jon e rotten

11-10-2009, 11:18 PM

Interesting topic. I change my set-up constantly for no good reason. I usually stick to my 5 piece sonor s-class set, but add and subtract cymbals, timbales, electric drums. I'll even lug around my own mixing board and powered PA cabinet, so I can run my own sound and my own monitor.

For some reason I always think there is a better way to do things, and can't settle on one set-up. Unfortunately this is exactly how I operate in other area's of life also. I used to be a pretty good golfer, but I got myself so mentally tied in knots that I couldn't play at all.

Right now I'm just using a four piece and a couple of cymbals and really digging it, so I'm going to stick with it.......at least until next time I play.

Moldy

11-11-2009, 06:00 AM

My kit says a few things:

1. Once I know what I want, not even time or money will stop me from getting it. Also that I'm extremely blessed with luck.
2. I appreciate quiet elegance far more than shiny glitz and glam. In all things in life ;)
3. I'm well rounded in most aspects, but never really try to focus/master (or indulge) in any one facet too much.
4. I just bought a djembe and probably will buy something new once every few months. That says that while I like to explore a bit, I always come back home to what I know and love.

http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j247/MonkofAkan/small_0382.jpg

masonni

11-11-2009, 07:16 AM

http://www.nickmason.org/images/dscn2032_low.jpg

Well lets see...
My last two kits were both sparkle finishes, so with the finish I am guessing that I like to stand out visually.
I have them tuned like vintage drums, I try to get the natural shell sound. So that says I have an old fasion streak.
My cymbals are all big. 19" and 20" crashes. I picked them because they cut through better and I hate when cymbals are lost in a mix. So that shows I am selfish and want things my way.
My tom sizes are standard 12", 14" and 16" but my Snare is 7" deep and I play a 26" kick.
So I think that the toms show I want to please everyone around me, but with the larger snare and kick I still want my own signature sound.

Brundlefly

11-11-2009, 07:28 AM

That the drum guy at my music store can finally afford that pool he's always wanted.

http://homepage.mac.com/julianlove/.Pictures/kit_0816_back.jpg

DrumEatDrum

11-11-2009, 08:19 AM

All I can think is, based on responses I get, I must be tall.

People always comment my drums are so high, but really, they're not, they are just set up for a 6'2" drummer.

Also that I take my drums seriously, as they are nice, and always look in good shape.
I can't tell you the number of times people have said "wow, those must be brand new" and I'm thinking, no, I bought 'em in 93.

Pollyanna

11-11-2009, 10:02 AM

There are a few old-style sparkle four-piece kits here - they are all gorgeous! When I was young I didn't like them but these days I find there's an aura about those kits that I really like. Stan and Nick, those Peace kits look pretty shmick too.

Polly, how do you play the djembe? hand, hands, sticks.. all of the above.. curious how you incorporate it the the rest of the furniture..?

Aydee, all of the above - mostly hands, but occasionally brushes and sticks. When you have s small kit (or wardrobe) it helps to accessorise. I also have a mini tambourine which in some songs I toss over the hats' spike.

I see you have keys next to your kit. Do you play along with sequences?

Dairyman, actually I'm almost 5'9" and can look at lot of guys in the eye. I just like my kit set up low. Maybe I'm compensating for my unmentionables like Granny but I never thought about it. Not all men look me in the eye so that could be it.

KIS, yup, the kick is super-cute and I don't put the towel in any more but keep the foam block from the factory in it. Being a 16", the "boom" isn't all that impressive so a bit of dampening probably doesn't hurt.

One disadvantage is that it sits off the ground entirely with four legs, and getting all four legs even without memorilock is always fiddly and time-consuming when setting up. There's also a fitting for the kick pedal to latch on to. If I had a roadie or personal slave I'd prefer an 18" or 20" kick.

dairyairman

11-11-2009, 02:19 PM

That the drum guy at my music store can finally afford that pool he's always wanted.

unbelievable! that kit is a real showpiece.

keep it simple

11-11-2009, 03:49 PM

Well lets see...
My last two kits were both sparkle finishes, so with the finish I am guessing that I like to stand out visually.
I have them tuned like vintage drums, I try to get the natural shell sound. So that says I have an old fasion streak.
My cymbals are all big. 19" and 20" crashes. I picked them because they cut through better and I hate when cymbals are lost in a mix. So that shows I am selfish and want things my way.
My tom sizes are standard 12", 14" and 16" but my Snare is 7" deep and I play a 26" kick.
So I think that the toms show I want to please everyone around me, but with the larger snare and kick I still want my own signature sound.

Great post & I love the kit. Says you like it just right to me.

keep it simple

11-11-2009, 03:51 PM

That the drum guy at my music store can finally afford that pool he's always wanted.

Whoarr, who raided the drum store in the middle of the night! Great finish, really great finish. It tells so much about you to me. Like you're an octopus for example!

Big_Philly

11-11-2009, 03:59 PM

Let's try this the other way around. Here's a few pics of my kit, you guys tell me what YOU think this says about me. I'll let you know if you're right or wrong.

http://i31.tinypic.com/121d4ex.jpg

http://i36.tinypic.com/wclo35.jpg

(in the first pic it is set up as a 5-piece, in the other one as a 6-piece - I switch between them quite often)

keep it simple

11-11-2009, 04:26 PM

Let's try this the other way around. Here's a few pics of my kit, you guys tell me what YOU think this says about me. I'll let you know if you're right or wrong.
(in the first pic it is set up as a 5-piece, in the other one as a 6-piece - I switch between them quite often)
Interesting twist BP. The first pic tells me you're completely in love with your kit hence surrounding it with all that natural beauty. I think you're a confident person & player. You're a big hitter when necessary but keep most of the power in reserve, most of the time. You like a big straight sound but also appreciate tonal range. You don't like things too fussy. The fact that you switch setup's indicates you like to play a number of styles but it could also indicate you're unsettled as a player. I doubt it though, as the other evidence says confidence to me. You like organic things that are honestly presented. Bet I'm way off!

SixStroke Bugada

11-11-2009, 05:12 PM

I would guess it would say that I adapt to what I'm given.
I'm always thinking about what I'm going to bring to the gig based on what type of room I'll be in along with what type of music I'll be playing. For instance, I played a gig last night where it was straight ahead rock tunes in a medium sized venue with a large(great) PA. So I decided to bring a birch Premier kit(Genistas) and I only brought a 4 piece set up. I knew they'd carry well and the mics would do the job.I brought dark, big cutting cymbals. Mainly I vary snares....to this gig I brought a maple 13X6.5, I dunno, I'm always thinking that way. Which kit, how many pieces, and which snare.....

BigSteve

11-11-2009, 06:28 PM

That the drum guy at my music store can finally afford that pool he's always wanted.

Brundlefly....that is a hoot! Incredible kit too. Yep, I bet the drum guy loves you very much!

larryace

11-11-2009, 06:58 PM

In don't put a lot of importance on my kit as much as the sounds and feeling I try and emote from the kit. I am a stickler for sound, but it's all secondary, deferring to the total effect of the rhythm I want to project. It's not the messenger (the drums) it's the message that is where the artistic statement lies. I tend to overlook the superficial and instead focus on the real puropse of the the drummers work, to get people dancing and grooving.
I want to see the forest (the rhythmic message) without focusing on the trees.(the drums themselves) The Big Picture (IMO) doesn't include drum sizes, heads, configurations, brands but rather the purpose the drums serve. But I still play DW's cause I can afford them and prefer the sound ha ha.
If you can't do your job effectively with a kick, snare, hi hat, ride and crash, more drums won't solve that conundrum. They are enticing detours that use up precious energy, detracting from what's really important, the role of the drumset and the power we have at our disposal to affect peoples moods. But the gear itself is almost negligible in the grand scheme of things.

Big_Philly

11-11-2009, 07:24 PM

Interesting twist BP. The first pic tells me you're completely in love with your kit hence surrounding it with all that natural beauty. I think you're a confident person & player. You're a big hitter when necessary but keep most of the power in reserve, most of the time. You like a big straight sound but also appreciate tonal range. You don't like things too fussy. The fact that you switch setup's indicates you like to play a number of styles but it could also indicate you're unsettled as a player. I doubt it though, as the other evidence says confidence to me. You like organic things that are honestly presented. Bet I'm way off!

I think you're actually pretty close! I am more confident a player than a person and not as in love with my kit as I used to be (but like any relationship my relationship with my kit has its ups and downs). The switching setups may be for both reasons - I am not very diverse but like playing rock of all kinds, from light to heavy, from simple to progressive. And funk.
Other than that, you're right.

keep it simple

11-11-2009, 07:28 PM

I think you're actually pretty close! I am more confident a player than a person and not as in love with my kit as I used to be (but like any relationship my relationship with my kit has its ups and downs). The switching setups may be for both reasons - I am not very diverse but like playing rock of all kinds, from light to heavy, from simple to progressive. And funk.
Other than that, you're right.
That's cool BP. Didn't think I'd get close. I like the twist you put in the thread, so come on guys, post a kit pic and we can try guess your character. Stupid & mostly pointless, but fun.

Concrete Pete

11-11-2009, 09:07 PM

Hey Brundlefly,

HOLY CRAP! That set is a MONSTER....I have dreams like that!

Geesh, what are ya, part octopus? Yeah, I'm jealous.

Cheers,
C. P.

keep it simple

11-11-2009, 09:23 PM

To follow on from BP's twist on the thread. Some pics below, what does my baby say about me? Bribe aydee, he's got the answers.

ChipJohns

11-11-2009, 11:06 PM

In the 80's
http://drummerworld.com/forums/picture.php?albumid=422&pictureid=2822http://drummerworld.com/forums/picture.php?albumid=422&pictureid=3306

Now (2009) I haven't gotten my cymbals yet. They will be soon! - I have decided to become a "purist" this time around and really become a student of drums... Q:-)
http://drummerworld.com/forums/picture.php?albumid=422&pictureid=3307

BigSteve

11-11-2009, 11:56 PM

KIS...that's a beautiful kit and cymbals. Very nicely set up. It looks like it's a dream to play. Your kit tells me you are very organized and your cymbal selection tells me you like a wide pallet of color and texture in your arsenal.

frank0072

11-12-2009, 12:38 AM

http://www.drummerworld.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=29706&stc=1&d=1257289469

Tell me what you think! I've got a lot of clues myself already, but I want to hear what you guys have to say before I spoil the fun.

@ KIS: I think your kit says you are blessed with a sense of perfection a lot of us dream about :-).

Steamer

11-12-2009, 12:50 AM

More that say acoustic jazz coming from me.....:}

My Peace Kahuna 9 ply AA flame bubinga jazz kit and Agops.........

Deathmetalconga

11-12-2009, 03:12 AM

My kit says I am organized and appreciate beauty and I want to play a set that is unlike anything anyone else plays.

KnockOut86

11-12-2009, 03:34 AM

My kit says "shut the F up!"

Deathmetalconga

11-12-2009, 04:02 AM

My kit says "shut the F up!"

HA!! Just about fwthped out my gum!

DrumEatDrum

11-12-2009, 04:37 AM

To follow on from BP's twist on the thread. Some pics below, what does my baby say about me? .

I'd say it says "I like cymbals, but I'm not so much into regular ole' crash cymbals!"

volvoguy

11-12-2009, 05:18 AM

I'm afraid mine might say that after 10 years of clear coated maple:

http://oak.cats.ohiou.edu/~ridgely/Drums/images/2.jpg

...I finally needed to get a kit that looks like someone threw up all over! ;-)

http://oak.cats.ohiou.edu/~ridgely/Drums/images/img_0886a.jpg

-Ryan

elpol

11-12-2009, 10:04 AM

My kit says "shut the F up!"I'm sure your family loves the China w/o the mute!

Big_Philly

11-12-2009, 11:52 AM

To follow on from BP's twist on the thread. Some pics below, what does my baby say about me? Bribe aydee, he's got the answers.

We're not so different, you and I...
You are organised, you like having many sounds to choose from but do want to keep things nice and tidy. You prefer luxury and ease-of-use over low costs and like to have some exclusive products. Like me, you are a fan of natural beauty and in love with your kit, and a confident player an probably a confident person as well. Am I in the right direction?

keep it simple

11-12-2009, 12:37 PM

We're not so different, you and I...
You are organised, you like having many sounds to choose from but do want to keep things nice and tidy. You prefer luxury and ease-of-use over low costs and like to have some exclusive products. Like me, you are a fan of natural beauty and in love with your kit, and a confident player an probably a confident person as well. Am I in the right direction?
Almost 100% BP. I have no desire to own exclusive products though. It just works out that way sometimes. I look for a specific sound or function and buy whatever it takes to achieve that goal. I like to have a lot of textures & flavours available to me but in a compact package. I don't go for brands, I go for fit & function. If it sounds great, then I'll use it. I have a little B8 splash on my kit that I wouldn't do without. It's cheap but makes the exact sound I'm looking for. I could go and buy a £150 top end splash and it wouldn't do the same job, so why bother. My closed hats are nearly 30 years old. They're from the very first production of Sabian HH. They look like S&^$T but sound better than any modern version. I could go on & on. There's a reason for every piece on my kit. Vanity never comes into it.

aydee

11-12-2009, 12:51 PM

I have a little B8 splash on my kit

KIS, how could you!!!? Just when i thought I'd found myself an online role model, you shatter my illusion but a casual admission like this!!! This is so sad. A B8! amongst the Black Sea treasures...

....KIS plays a B8.. did you hear that, Aydee. A B8!

PS- Now that you've admitted it publicly, I'm shutting off my laptop and am headed off to a gig in a couple of hours where I'll be playing a B8 splash. ( Honest, not kidding )

keep it simple

11-12-2009, 01:41 PM

KIS, how could you!!!? Just when i thought I'd found myself an online role model, you shatter my illusion but a casual admission like this!!! This is so sad. A B8! amongst the Black Sea treasures...

....KIS plays a B8.. did you hear that, Aydee. A B8!

PS- Now that you've admitted it publicly, I'm shutting off my laptop and am headed off to a gig in a couple of hours where I'll be playing a B8 splash. ( Honest, not kidding )
Hahaha Aydee, you're a "good egg"! My 8" B8 splash sits really well in contrast to the other effect cymbals. It's really musical & bright with a little bell tone behind the attack. I've had it a long time & it works for me. I don't care that it's cheap or the poor relation. The 10" B8 splash is crap BTW. Back to the thread, what does that bit of kit say about me? It says I don't give a s&^%t. As for role model, I don't think so. You have great chops, groove, feel, etc. Why would you possibly consider a has been simple rock drummer as anything to look up to (& that's not fishing for compliments, that's how it is!).

Ian Williams

11-12-2009, 01:51 PM

That I'm original, feeling is a lot more important than technique.

Pollyanna

11-12-2009, 02:55 PM

yesdog

11-12-2009, 03:22 PM

That I am green with envy

keep it simple

11-12-2009, 03:50 PM

And KIS, personally I find big racks intrude a bit on a drumkit's look but they're practical. You have the coolest looking bunch of cymbals I think I've ever seen on a kit! Amazing. I've seen kits with a lot of them but never such an interesting assortment of shapes and colours. What do the holey ones sound like?
Gruntersdad likes racks allegedly LOL. Agreed, my kit suffers from hardware overload. Too much chrome & fiddly bits but it saves me a ton of time on setup and reduces the stage footprint by about 2 feet compared to stands.

The crash with holes in sounds like a bright thin crash but with china undertones. Very cutting. The little segmented thing mounted on my closed hats is called a chopper( down girl, down). I suppose it's a modern interpretation of a tambourine but a lot more percussive. Gives a white noise style chick chick sound. Very short.

Steady Freddy

11-13-2009, 12:07 AM

What my kits say about me is:

How much did all this stuff cost and what was I thinking?

DW VLT
Yamaha MCAN
Ludwig Classic Maple.
DW Collectors

bobdadruma

11-13-2009, 01:38 AM

I'm a bit amazed at the gorgeous kits all you guys have. They just ooze with your passion for music.

Ryan LOL certainly a kit people will notice :)

BP, your photos tell me that you're a relaxed guy know knows how to enjoy himself (this is kinda like reading tea leaves). Those pics are real eye candy. BTW, loved your description of KIS.

And KIS, personally I find big racks intrude a bit on a drumkit's look but they're practical. You have the coolest looking bunch of cymbals I think I've ever seen on a kit! Amazing. I've seen kits with a lot of them but never such an interesting assortment of shapes and colours. What do the holey ones sound like?
I know what you mean Polly. All that I can think of sometimes when I'm here looking at the "CANDY" is, "I WANT THAT! AND THAT, AND THAT, AND THAT!"

I told Steamer that I was going to bring a metal detector to his house in the middle of the night and find where he hides all of those Agops!

metal overlord

11-13-2009, 01:42 AM

Hmmm....

For one it says I'm tall.
Two, its definetly a metal setup.

This ones pretty generic, but it also shows I'm right handed, haha.

thtst

11-13-2009, 02:53 AM

That i love tuned percussion... and a big drum run.

Steamer

11-13-2009, 04:59 AM

I know what you mean Polly. All that I can think of sometimes when I'm here looking at the "CANDY" is, "I WANT THAT! AND THAT, AND THAT, AND THAT!"

I told Steamer that I was going to bring a metal detector to his house in the middle of the night and find where he hides all of those Agops!

Looks like i'm going to have to beef up security folks :}

I'll leave you the 26" in my will Bob.........:}

Derek

11-14-2009, 06:21 AM

aydee

11-14-2009, 06:31 AM

It also sys that you're a lefty...

Hey Derek!! How are you?

Lefty? I'm not lefty. RLRL to me is left, right, left right/

wy yung

11-15-2009, 05:25 AM

Here is a kit I used for some funk cover band shows. I think it shows that for this show I was mostly concerned with groove. All my cymbals can be ridden. I have no crashes set up. 2 rides for when I need different texture and a swish for the same reason. I also have a gong because one tune began that way.

I have 2 13" snares. One deeper for slower tunes, the other shallower for more upbeat numbers. And I am using smaller toms and a 20" kick. I am not planning on playing any huge rolls around the kit. The fills will be to the point. What is important is that the band grooves and it is my job to make that happen. My ego is well and truly out of the picture.

http://i586.photobucket.com/albums/ss305/mrdfac/4161_73157918142_654928142_1731542_.jpg?t=12582549 77

Here is another "kit" for a different purpose. This is for a percussion gig with a rock covers band. Because of the volume I am using things like the chochalo, fiberglass chekere, huge triangle (seen hanging to left of table) and bells. Plus of course the congas.

http://i586.photobucket.com/albums/ss305/mrdfac/IMGP5334.jpg?t=1258255104

Another view.

http://i586.photobucket.com/albums/ss305/mrdfac/IMGP5335.jpg?t=1258255723

And as it was a 1st rehearsal, I may have needed something here. So had it behind me.

http://i586.photobucket.com/albums/ss305/mrdfac/IMGP5338.jpg?t=1258255317

Basically I use what I need for a particular gig. I have no fixed set up.