Downsizing… It’s hard.

I think that the drum manufacturers count on guys like us to buy up everything they produce. There cannot be enough new and up and coming drummers to absorb all of this stuff they're cranking out. If it weren't for us buying 5, 6, 7 drum kits and dozens of cymbals, they would be in real trouble.
 
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In my recently-built band barn, I have plenty of room for drum storage but resist the temptation to buy more. All it would do is clutter things up. I like the empty space and my "studio" has become sort of a multi purpose room. I like to take solo camping, backpacking and canoe trips. I use the studio to stage my equipment and have even set up tents in there to check them out.

I love drums as much as the next guy, but as soon as I'd start buying drum sets, my band barn would become less enjoyable. As it is, I have to fight to prevent it from becoming cluttered. I've said "no" to additional furniture and other offers of stuff. Most recently, a buddy gave me an old bass amp. It's an underpowered piece of junk. I don't need it or want it, but since it's a gift from a friend I'm kinda stuck with it until he forgets or I find someone else to take it off my hands.
 
mikyok said:
Downsized in 2019 when we got rid of our lockup and I realised how much I'd accumulated over the years. Every one in the band had the same problem. All top notch gear that was too big to gig regularly

I sold two kits, gave one to a school and sent one to landfill. Sold the 24" Ludwig bass drum as I didn't have use for it but kept the rest of the Ludwig kit which was the only one that survived the cull. I got the Mapex Saturn for the little gigger (sold the Pearl Midtown which was a tough one to see go, loved that kit!).

Be hard on yourself it's the best way. The good thing is excess cymbals can go in a case and don't take up that much room. It really is cold turkey for GAS. It cured me lol!
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Many years ago, I was in a band where the guitar player and bassist would store their stuff at my place. At first, it was no big deal. After a while, it became a real chore tripping over all their stuff. Eventually, I told them to clear out all but one amp. My request was met with howls of disapproval, but they complied and the clutter was gone... except for MY clutter! :)
 
I recently cut down to three kits (small, medium & large) and three sets of cymbals to match.

I sold two nice kits and ten nice cymbals - don’t miss them at all. At least they’re being played now.
 
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Many years ago, I was in a band where the guitar player and bassist would store their stuff at my place. At first, it was no big deal. After a while, it became a real chore tripping over all their stuff. Eventually, I told them to clear out all but one amp. My request was met with howls of disapproval, but they complied and the clutter was gone... except for MY clutter! :)
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We literally had another full gig rig with change.

Luckily our guitarist is head of music in a school so it made decluttering easier whilst giving something back. There was also some guy who had a cheap home studio and ran sound for people who was more than grateful for old lighting and cheap mics we hadn't used for years.
 
I get just as excited for my friends who sell their gear just as much as buying it. When I get the point where I'm simply not physically able to play anymore, I'll start selling. I don't want my family to deal with all of my crap. If my kids want a kit, I'll tell them to take whatever they want. If not, I'll sell it. It's much easier to divide money than it is things.

If I happen to pass before all of my stuff is gone, I told my wife to do whatever she wanted to with it: sell it, give it away, burn it, etc. I really don't care, but I'm a this-world-is-not-my-home-type of person.

It always feels good to get rid of things, even things you love. It's less to worry about. Good on you!!!
 
I had 2 kits now only1 sold my Sonor kit along with cymbals it feels much better for me knowing i only have one kit my only problem now, is ive gone Microphone mad .
 
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