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Help I've just knocked my snare drum
Nothing wrong with being proud of your drums. I'd be! Steve
10 years agoHelp I've just knocked my snare drum
Unless you're familiar with woodworking I'd take it to someone who has the skills you need. It's too nice a drum to take a chance on if you're not 10...
10 years agoHelp I've just knocked my snare drum
That looks like a one ply shell to me. Nice snare! If it were mine I'd want to address the re-ring separation. It can only get worse over time. To...
10 years agoHelp I've just knocked my snare drum
When you're changing your head out take a close look at the re-rings. It may be possible that a hard enough whack could make a re-ring separate from...
10 years agoProud Dad syndrome
That sounds really nice. Your son clearly has talent. It's wonderful that he's multi-instrumental. That's a tight and well proportioned song. I ho...
10 years agoFS: a few cymbals
The Paiste 602 flat ride is from 2011 Steve
10 years agoFS: a few cymbals
Just clearing out some cymbals I don't use too much. First up is a reissue Paiste 20" medium flat ride. Approx 2300g No damage at all. Just stick m...
10 years agoKentucky Headhunters Fred Young - Drum Solo
Those look like 28" bass drums. I bet that kit sounds massive in person. Steve
10 years agoVaughncraft Drums !!!WARNING!!! DO NOT ORDER!!!
Have you tried to work with PayPal to get a refund? I agree these are awful looking shells. I almost ordered a snare shell from them last year and I...
10 years agoWhat is Your Favorite Year for Music?
I like a lot of the funky soul and R&B music from the early 70's. Bill Withers Stevie Wonder, etc.. but I also enjoyed it when the hair metal bands w...
10 years agoTo rivet or not to rivet? That is the question.
Try this when deciding on the hole locations. Put the cymbal in the stand so it's flat. Hit the cymbal with your thumb or a mallet or whatever. Now...
10 years agoTo rivet or not to rivet? That is the question.
You could try one of those sizzle chain things that attach under the wing nut and lays on top of the cymbal first to see if you like the sound. Steve
10 years agoDid You Grow Up In A Mom & Pop Music Store?
I have two non-corporate owner operated drum shops within driving range and I always do everything I can to support their businesses. I bought 3 kits...
10 years agoYoung drummer - amazing chops
I doubt if I'll ever have those chops either. I'm impressed with her natural talent as well. Not really my kind of thing though. I hear the same th...
10 years ago60s Zildjian 15in HiHats - Mellow and Warm?
I have a pair of 60's Zildjian hats (1020g and 1220g). When I first got them it took me a while to get used to the lowered tone but after playing the...
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