When playing a gig with a kit share, as well as my usual cymbals and snare I have also over the years learnt to bring the following:
- a few cymbal stands, in case the kit has too few or they're rubbish
- my own stool (I'm 6'7" tall and appreciate a sturdy seat that will remain at a comfortable height no matter what)
- my own pedals
The other day I learnt another item that will now be brought to every gig - a decent hi hat clutch. How the owner of the kit put up with the one he provided I have no idea. No matter hope much I fiddled with it, tightened it, readjusted it, swore at it or (by the end of our set) physically forced it, it slipped. I had no idea such a tiny piece of gear could provide so many headaches.
What have you learnt over the years to keep in the gigging bag?
- a few cymbal stands, in case the kit has too few or they're rubbish
- my own stool (I'm 6'7" tall and appreciate a sturdy seat that will remain at a comfortable height no matter what)
- my own pedals
The other day I learnt another item that will now be brought to every gig - a decent hi hat clutch. How the owner of the kit put up with the one he provided I have no idea. No matter hope much I fiddled with it, tightened it, readjusted it, swore at it or (by the end of our set) physically forced it, it slipped. I had no idea such a tiny piece of gear could provide so many headaches.
What have you learnt over the years to keep in the gigging bag?