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A J
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Newby - Snare Question
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I've always used a Remo Diplomat (or other brand equivalent) for a snare side head. Honestly, I didn't know an Ambassador would even work!
16 minutes ago
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The most common snare side heads are 3 mil…Remo Ambassador clear, Ambassador hazy, Evans 300, and Aquarian Classic Clear. There are...
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a POOR ex-gentleman as all your money will suddenly be replaced by gear
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A J
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Top metal snare drums
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My very first snare was a steel shelled Pearl (forum, I think). Frankly, it sounded just as sweet as my more-expensive Sensitones. I...
Today at 7:23 PM
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My brand new drum set is not Pearl. However, I have retired the snare that came with the new set and replaced it with a used Pearl 14"...
Today at 7:20 PM
A J
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Top metal snare drums
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All my snares are metal shelled Pearls. Each one takes turns being my "favorite". Sensitone steel: 5.5x14, 6.5x14 Sensitone brass...
Today at 5:38 PM
A J
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Newby - Snare Question
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I am very impressed that a 70-year-old gentleman has decided to take up drums. Word of caution: Once you learn a few simple beats and...
Today at 5:24 PM
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The thick shoelace is also suspending the snares higher up than they should. Try something thinner... You will be surprised at how...
Today at 4:28 PM
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I think your snare wires are upside-down.
Today at 4:28 PM
A J
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Advice needed...
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I would pass on this kit. The biggest red flag that I see is the claim that this kit would cost $6,000 brand new. This is clearly...
Today at 4:26 PM
A J
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Trading Yamaha RC 24” BD for 22”
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I would probably do the trade assuming both drums are in similar conditions. Even better if you can actually play the 22" first. I...
Today at 4:19 PM
A J
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Your recommendation on a powered monitor speaker?
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UPDATE: I ended up going with a Kustom 12" powered monitor. It should arrive in about 4 days. Musician's Friend offered me a new one...
Yesterday at 11:02 PM
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Help with hardware bag sizing!!
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I've thrown the Ahead Sled in trailers, taken it up and down the East Coast (literally NY to FL) on tours and it's still going strong...
Monday at 10:02 PM
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Used Ludwig CM or used Renown?
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I've played 3 different sets of Renowns, and they all sounded fantastic. With that said, CM's have that "Ludwig wallop" that I don't...
Monday at 9:15 PM
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Hardware and trim are actually great reasons to select or de-select whatever model of drums you want! Speaking also as a bar band...
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