Liaztraht
Silver Member
Well, I know what I'm putting on the birthday list then.
(Wife makes me make one, and refuses to take "nothing" as an answer
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Cool drum rug replacer
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(Wife makes me make one, and refuses to take "nothing" as an answer
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Jeremy Bender
Platinum Member
This is cool.
No Way Jose
Silver Member
What prevents the Nanomat from moving?
The pieces have a rubbery backing. I didn't encounter any slippage, however the carpet is thicker than my other rug, and the HH stand's spurs weren't extended far enough to get a good grip. I've fixed that for next time. The HH pedal/stand moved a bit, although the pad stayed put.
Winston_Wolf
Platinum Member
The pieces have a rubbery backing. I didn't encounter any slippage, however the carpet is thicker than my other rug, and the HH stand's spurs weren't extended far enough to get a good grip. I've fixed that for next time. The HH pedal/stand moved a bit, although the pad stayed put.
That's good to know. The hi hat pad is the one that looked a little suspect to me, so I'm glad to hear it can do the job.
classikdrummr
Well-known Member
I love my Roadrunner rugs. I have 3! i like having that separation between me and the other players / audience
plus i love the Wedge block that's built into the front to hold the kick.
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plus i love the Wedge block that's built into the front to hold the kick.
Drum Rug | Road Runner RRCP01 | Road Runner Accessories
A Road Runner Drum Rug under your drum kit keeps your kit exactly where you set it, eliminating drum travel during performances, recording, or rehearsals.
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No Way Jose
Silver Member
It sounds to me that if I replace or attach rubbery material to my bass drum legs then they should stay in place.The pieces have a rubbery backing. I didn't encounter any slippage, however the carpet is thicker than my other rug, and the HH stand's spurs weren't extended far enough to get a good grip. I've fixed that for next time. The HH pedal/stand moved a bit, although the pad stayed put.
That's one of the intended purposes of the rubber tips on those spurs (and all stands,) to keep them from moving. But with the rock era with more vigorous playing, that's not enough. It's also not quite enough to just put pads under the spurs, because there's still a lot of forward motion with each kick hit. Having an extended piece for the entire kick, pedal and weight of the foot to help hold in place solves the problem of the creeping kick.
Of course if you're playing heavily enough to move the kick if using the Nanomat, you're probably not playing a smaller stage where a rug is optional, or handling your gear yourself anyway. A full sized rug isn't an issue.
Liaztraht
Silver Member
Define heavily enough?
I've had my kick and my slave pedal creep a bit even on a rug before. Though I currently play a heavy blend of hardcore, thrash, and some more extreme metal, so that may have something to do with it.
WhereIsTheOne?!
Junior Member
If that were in The Wirral, you'd have to nail down the nails.
Absolutely this! My band's bassist occasionally catches my ride cymbal with his headstock, in rehearsals & small gigs.
He's just bought a new, much more expensive guitar than his previous old one, & is surprisingly much more careful what he connects with...
It may have something to do with the fact that I keep a small hammer in my kit bag; the merest suggestion that "Collisions with my cymbals will result in a FAR louder & more damaging retaliation" makes him a little more circumspect...
Only joking, of course!With regard to the Bermuda's original post, I'm a big believer in the "If it ain't broke, don't fix it" camp.
I use a fairly thick old rug that years ago was once part of our home decor, not specifically purchased for drum duties. It's easy to roll up, throw in the van with the rest of my gear, & does it's job admirably. I'm sure that the new product described works well, but (to me), it's another "fiddly" part of set-up that probably works well, saves space, etc., but ultimately just adds more time to set-up/ break down.
As an aside, I can't believe (in the UK at least) that people will pay Ā£100 + for a "specialised Drum Rug" from a "name brand", when there are any number of stores selling homewares that offer the same product for a quarter of the price.
Cynical?Me?
Made me smile
Just arrived back in the UK today at Manchester Airport from a holiday in the Caribbean: was joking with Cabin Crew that the pilot has to retract the undercarriage quickly before flying over Liverpool, as the plane would probably have been jacked up & the alloy wheels stolen...
Liaztraht
Silver Member
I'm using a cheap outdoor area rug I got off of Amazon. A gray and cream woth a Persian style pattern.-snip-
As an aside, I can't believe (in the UK at least) that people will pay Ā£100 + for a "specialised Drum Rug" from a "name brand", when there are any number of stores selling homewares that offer the same product for a quarter of the price.
Cynical?Me?
Looks great under any kit, but man does it slide around on a slick floor until the drums are on it.
My last one wore out. I think the brand was wolf pack, and all the rubber on the bottom was peeling and messy. It was also a huge rug. Paid like 40 usd for that years ago, where my current was cheaper than any cheap "drum" rug at today's prices.
Yamaha Rider
Platinum Member
Agreed! They're so ugly too.Absolutely this! My band's bassist occasionally catches my ride cymbal with his headstock, in rehearsals & small gigs.
He's just bought a new, much more expensive guitar than his previous old one, & is surprisingly much more careful what he connects with...
It may have something to do with the fact that I keep a small hammer in my kit bag; the merest suggestion that "Collisions with my cymbals will result in a FAR louder & more damaging retaliation" makes him a little more circumspect...
With regard to the Bermuda's original post, I'm a big believer in the "If it ain't broke, don't fix it" camp.
I use a fairly thick old rug that years ago was once part of our home decor, not specifically purchased for drum duties. It's easy to roll up, throw in the van with the rest of my gear, & does it's job admirably. I'm sure that the new product described works well, but (to me), it's another "fiddly" part of set-up that probably works well, saves space, etc., but ultimately just adds more time to set-up/ break down.
As an aside, I can't believe (in the UK at least) that people will pay Ā£100 + for a "specialised Drum Rug" from a "name brand", when there are any number of stores selling homewares that offer the same product for a quarter of the price.
Cynical?Me?
You can get a fantastic selection of cool looking Persian/ Afghan style rugs online - mine was Ā£40 including shipping!
Define heavily enough?
I've had my kick and my slave pedal creep a bit even on a rug before. Though I currently play a heavy blend of hardcore, thrash, and some more extreme metal, so that may have something to do with it.
What I meant was that with heavier (read: more forceful) playing, a different rug set-up would probably be necessary and might include a block to prevent the kick from sliding.
This product is not for those kind of gigs. But it does replace a rug nicely in many situations, making set-up & tear-down simpler.
MntnMan62
Silver Member
Elvin!!! I saw him at the Village Vanguard many years ago. Got on line early and we ended up at the table right in front of his kit. He showed up a little early with two metal brackets that he proceeded to hammer into the riser in front of each spur. During the set one of them got knocked out and his bass drum began to creep. I put my foot up and kept his bass drum in place for the rest of the set. He was so appreciative. A really sweet guy.
JimmyM
Diamond Member
I could be happy with that on load ins and outs, if I did loads in and out more than once or twice a year. I have a $30 Lowe's rug with no backing and the drums do stay put. But I don't have enough stuff to worry about spiking with tape, so that Nanorug seems like a good idea to me.
Jeff Almeyda
Senior Consultant
Hi Bermuda
I was so happy when I saw that you used it and dug it. I just got one and will be using it this Sunday. I love the look, lets see how it goes for me.
I was so happy when I saw that you used it and dug it. I just got one and will be using it this Sunday. I love the look, lets see how it goes for me.
Cool, hope you're as happy as I am with it!
After setting down the T pad for the kick, you have to wait to place your HH pad until you get the snare & stand in place. While that's an added step vs using a full rug, it takes only a few seconds.
Jeff Almeyda
Senior Consultant
I used it a few days ago on a hard wood floor and it did its job perfectly. The sound man and band mates all commented that it looked cool tooCool, hope you're as happy as I am with it!
After setting down the T pad for the kick, you have to wait to place your HH pad until you get the snare & stand in place. While that's an added step vs using a full rug, it takes only a few seconds.
Definitely recommended