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I loooove A Custom Mastersounds. After I got my current set of hi-hats, I gave my mastersounds to my sister for her kit. I don’t regret it but I kind of regret it.latest purchase is a pair of Zildjian A masterounds
I loooove A Custom Mastersounds. After I got my current set of hi-hats, I gave my mastersounds to my sister for her kit. I don’t regret it but I kind of regret it.latest purchase is a pair of Zildjian A masterounds
Hell yeah! New gear is new gear! Enjoy!For us beginners, on a budget.
I had originally bought a 12" Kibaga practice pad. It helps for tapping around, but placement was sometimes inconvenient.
Today I got a package: Kibaga 12" pad that comes with a snare stand (obviously not top of the line , but, if I get another tom in the future {8, 13, 14 inch or so}) it will work. It can be tilted (unlike sitting the pad on the coffee table)
MUCH more handy!
It came with a backpack that the stand will fit into and a spare detachable pocket that fits the pad. (in case you're "on-the-go")
The stand is actually not bad considering the whole deal was about 36 bucks (Amazon).
Also two pair of "practice" sticks
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I just picked up 14hh/16c/18r L80s used for comparatively cheap ($175-ish) but only because I waited and waited and waited foreverView attachment 94849
Kingdo Listen low volume cymbals:14hh/16/18/20 for the fishing cabin. I'm very impressed for what I paid for the set. Not much info out there about them, but they sound and feel like the Zildjian L80 without having to pay $300. I really just wanted the 20" ride and hats, but I couldn't pass up the deal.
Experiment away, but only after you watch this.Do the holes like these or on trash cymbals change the pitch (much)? I still have the stock Pearl Hi hats (14) and was thinking about experimenting. I can get/use step drill bits up to an inch if I decide on that. (would it be worth it?)
Low volume heads and cymbals are great. You'll be able to lay into those L80s like they're your real cymbals. But, do yourself a favour, and pick up the 20" ride as well, and use the 18" as a crash (it's designated a crash/ride). The 20" has a great ride feel that the 18" can't match (go figure, but those 2" make a big difference).I just picked up 14hh/16c/18r L80s used for comparatively cheap ($175-ish) but only because I waited and waited and waited forever
I have triggers installed on mine (also have the hats, crashes and ride) and thinking of removing them. Spend quite some €€€ on electronic stuff and i just feel/think it can't live up to the real thing. With the L80's and Silent Stroke heads you'd get so much more feel and dynamics than i feel is possible with electronic stuff. Might get the splash and china too to round things off. Thinking of miking up the kit (basic 4 mics) to record some things and try to fiddle with some settings to get somewhat of a fuller sound instead of a dead thud heheLow volume heads and cymbals are great. You'll be able to lay into those L80s like they're your real cymbals. But, do yourself a favour, and pick up the 20" ride as well, and use the 18" as a crash (it's designated a crash/ride). The 20" has a great ride feel that the 18" can't match (go figure, but those 2" make a big difference).
I recently picked up the 10" splash, and I'm looking to pick up the 18" china. When I get it, I'll have replicated my cymbal setup - it doesn't get much better than that in terms of home practice.
I use Yammie hardware and one of these too....nice solid piece of kit as usual and works perfectly as I dont need to do super fast doubles all night long.Bought a used, cheap Yamaha strap drive from the 80’s? The 6110A. Love it, sort of. Rebound off my kick batter not as clear as my Tama, double chain 910. Did improve the rebound with a wooden beater. Not this one but similar...I think it’s destined to be the emergency gig pedal.View attachment 94953
I'm a Zildjian guy, but damn are they beautifulI’m at it again.
Got my new 14” Meinl Byzance Vintage Pure Hi Hats in yesterday.
The stick definition is off the charts.
Then I bought a new Adjustible Skeleton Key sizzle chain from Tackle and also outfitted my kit With new leather washers and brass cymbal toppers.
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I’m a Paiste guy.I'm a Zildjian guy, but damn are they beautiful
Isn't it crazy that one day you liked it and another day it sounded different?Stopped by my local drum store today Midwest Drum and Percussion to buy a used Dream 16” crash for $130 if it was still there and I came home with an A Zildjian 17” med. thin crash for $145. I had listened to the Dream several wks ago and really liked it. Today when I played it, it sounded very trashy almost China sounding. So I looked around and found two 17” A Zildjians one had no ink logos & no ser.# it sounded good for $120. It reminded me of an 80s cym. The other one looked very new I liked it the most for $145 so I picked it up. It blends in well with my 18” Dark K and 16” thin A. I’m pretty pleased.
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