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    Hi all,

    Been lurking a while as my son and I were both interested in starting drums, but now that we have had our first lesson I thought I would "officially" join the forum. My oldest son really got into music, mainly hard rock and metal, around 9-12 months ago. He was constantly "air drumming" to the songs and when I asked him what instrument he would like to play he instantly replied drums. Luckily enough I work with a guy who has played and taught drums for years, so after a few conversations we set up lessons. I have always been interested in drums as well, so I asked if I could tag along and learn too. We had our first lesson yesterday and it was a blast. We both walked out of it hooked on the instrument and looking forward to practicing at home. As an added bonus, we came across a like new set of Yamaha Stage Customs (our instructor's band mate had them). We are picking them up today, so we will have a kit to practice on as well as a practice pad.

    I just want to say that this forum has already been a huge help. I picked up a ton of information on different kits to look for used, what to stay away from, and also learned what GAS meant . So there you have it, hopefully the start of a long journey for my son and I with drumming.

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    Welcome. I replied to your other post as well.
    Just want to add...
    GAS is highly contagious and addicting. You have been warned.
    Proudly playing:
    Doc Sweeney Drums
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    A bunch of cymbals

    Off-Set double pedals

    I think I love to play the drums simply because you get to hit 'em!!!

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    Quote Originally Posted by OldeEnglishD View Post

    I picked up a ton of information on different kits to look for used, what to stay away from, and also learned what GAS meant .
    Quote Originally Posted by Johnny G View Post
    GAS is highly contagious and addicting.
    Welcome, both of you, to DC and the world of drumming!

    GAS can mean a couple different things. Gear Acquisition Syndrome and the other obvious meaning, which offends certain family members....

    ....Spending money that the wife says you aren't supposed to spend. What did you think I meant??
    Stolen from EddieV:
    Boom, ching, boom boom ching, fuggadugga fuggadugga fuggadugga crash. Rinse, Repeat ad-nauseum.

    Quote Originally Posted by drummer View Post
    Come on Mark. You steal copy. Just look at your signature.
    Quote Originally Posted by Texdrumr View Post
    Nothing says 'tough' like a drummer with ducklings on his drums. Ha!

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    Olde...................

    Welcome to the family.

    Drumming can be an extremely enjoyable and rewarding discipline.
    Like golf and marriage, it can also be frustrating and expensive.

    You will get out of it what you put into it...................enjoy !

    Best regards,
    Richard
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    (What Else Would I Ever Need ?)


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    Congrats and welcome to the drum world and welcome to our drum chat family!

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    Drumming can be an extremely enjoyable and rewarding discipline.
    Like golf and marriage, it can also be frustrating and expensive.

    Which is why I am neither married nor play golf.

    You will get out of it what you put into it...................enjoy !

    ^^^^^^^^^True Welcome to the DC club.



    Who is Richard?

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    Congrats on making the leap. If you aren't having fun, it's not worth doing. Welcome.

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    A father/son hobby. Nothing like a little male bondage.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Johnny G View Post
    Welcome. I replied to your other post as well.
    Just want to add...
    GAS is highly contagious and addicting. You have been warned.
    No kidding, I have already started looking at another boom stand and a crash cymbal. The wife doesn't need to know that yet lol.

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    Welcome to Drum Chat. I am glad you are here.

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    Welcome to the forum, and to the expansive (and expensive) world of drums! I haven't been on here long, but there is a WEALTH of knowledge here. I've been playing 20 years now and I haven't looked back since.
    ALGAROTHSYUM - post-apocalyptic instrumental metal - currently working on third full-length album!
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    Welcome to your new home!
    If you have any drumming problems, let us help.
    SONOR 6 pc Special Edition 3007's red maple, old Pearl Brass 14x6 FF snare, Yamaha Tour Custom maple 8 pc., Tama 4 pc., honey amber B/B, Ludwig Supralite chrome 14x6.5 steel snare, Paiste, Saluda & Zildjian
    Loaned out Slingerland upgraded 4 pc 1963 black, wrapped maple + 14" Pearl birch FT
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    Quote Originally Posted by G-man View Post
    A father/son hobby. Nothing like a little male bondage.
    You mean BONDING......right?
    -Brian

    "Too many crappy used drum stuff to list"

    Play the SONG......not the DRUMS!!!

    "I think that feeling is a lot more important than technique. It's all very well doing a triple paradiddle - but who's going to know you've done it? If you play technically you sound like everybody else. It's being original that counts." ~ John Bonham

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    Quote Originally Posted by N2Bluz View Post
    You mean BONDING......right?
    Wondered how long that would take.

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    Quote Originally Posted by N2Bluz View Post
    You mean BONDING......right?
    Someone had to say it.
    ALGAROTHSYUM - post-apocalyptic instrumental metal - currently working on third full-length album!
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    ^^^^
    lol that's good stuff, cracked me up pretty good!

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    Quote Originally Posted by G-man View Post
    A father/son hobby. Nothing like a little male bondage.
    Quote Originally Posted by N2Bluz View Post
    You mean BONDING......right?
    Quote Originally Posted by G-man View Post
    Wondered how long that would take.
    Quote Originally Posted by Vhyle View Post
    Someone had to say it.
    Stolen from EddieV:
    Boom, ching, boom boom ching, fuggadugga fuggadugga fuggadugga crash. Rinse, Repeat ad-nauseum.

    Quote Originally Posted by drummer View Post
    Come on Mark. You steal copy. Just look at your signature.
    Quote Originally Posted by Texdrumr View Post
    Nothing says 'tough' like a drummer with ducklings on his drums. Ha!

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    Quote Originally Posted by N2Bluz View Post
    You mean BONDING......right?
    lol .... welcome to the forums!
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