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    Re: Maple and Hickory Drumsticks?

    I typically use maples, even though Im playing rock as I feel like I have more controll, but everyone right, I dont even dimple drum heads after playing them for 6 months, but I break sticks cause...
  2. Thread: Cymbal Dilemma

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    Re: Cymbal Dilemma

    Congrats on the newgear,

    and remember, "pics or it didnt happen"
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    Re: pdp mx drum kit

    mx's are definite good kits, glad u r both liking them.
  4. Thread: random thread

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    Sticky: Re: random thread

    and then I found 20 bucks!
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    Sticky: Re: PDP Drums Discussion

    It is amazing how the emad does that.

    Glad to hear u r liking it
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    Re: Problems only drummers have

    Problem 1: constantly looking for fun things to hit with sticks that make kewl noise. (misses is gonna shoot me if I play on any more nice furniture or cookware)

    Problem 2: constantly dealing...
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    Re: how to stop a crack

    If u want the crack to stop, quit playing cymbal, simple as that, or get a machinist to recut the cymbal for you.

    Anything else will at best delay the inevetable.
  8. Thread: Beginner here

    by bgibson
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    Re: Beginner here

    Now you got the hang of the idea, and next you will have to learn patience, cause it can get REALLY frustrating doing the same thing for 3 hours and not feel any better at it when you are done, vbut...
  9. Thread: DW tom heads

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    Re: DW tom heads

    Definitely, but they are a much higher end stock head than alot of others. The main downfall is the lack of customozation as all kits come with the same ones, and we get what we say is the "best"...
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    Re: Going to change skins soon

    hope it goes well, cant wait to hear about the results.
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    Re: Your Favorite 'Under the Radar' Bands

    Well, they are a little more mainstream than the bands mentioned, but never seem to make it big, and I dont know why, and that is hurt. Fantastic live show, great songs, and have an original feel to...
  12. Thread: New Band!!

    by bgibson
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    Re: New Band!!

    Blues is AMAZING. The only thing I miss about playing guitar were the open blues jams I would go to, absolute blasts.
  13. Thread: Wood Poll

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    Poll: Re: Wood Poll

    Well for the first start of this, it appears that maple is getting the biggest reviews and interest, but considering that this is the typical big drum wood, or birch, I guess I can understand that.
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    Re: snare drum sensitivity

    dont get your hopes up, the only way my band would notice is if they see you set up a new snare. I have played with a guitarist that when during a 5 song set 3 of my lugs completely backed off,...
  15. Re: How are the 13in A Custom Mastersound Hi Hats???

    well, back to the difference, and anyone is more than welcome to correct me if you think I am wrong, with the 13" and the 14" is basically this

    13 inch will make the sticking more prodominant and...
  16. Thread: Drum Heads

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    Re: Drum Heads

    if you can buy a pack, do it, saves money, period.

    when it comes to what type, I always recommend someone start with a coated 2 ply over a clear 1 ply, and adjust from there.

    I ended up with a...
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    Re: Do you prefer felt or rubber cymbal holders?

    Felt has always done the job for me, so no complaints here and Ill stick with it as until I have a reason not to
  18. Re: Might have Gotten the Opportunity of a Lifetime

    Definitely appreciate it, the wood I will be picking from is in a drying shed and is slated to be taken out in the spring, and that will be if and only if there is the right size/type of wood not...
  19. Thread: Cymbal Dilemma

    by bgibson
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    Re: Cymbal Dilemma

    play what you think sounds good.

    it doesnt matter what it is supposed to sound like, because 95% of people wont know the difference and with a little work and adjustment, you can get some...
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    Re: Yamaha Stage Custom Vs. PDP FS

    I love my fs kit, and but alas I havent been able to get alot of recordings on it as of yet. If I end up getting any, I will let you know and get some files up for you, but I can say, the studio we...
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    Re: Coated heads - Tom Batter & Reso

    ok, so this is EXACTLY what I just did 1 week ago. Coated emp's over coated amb. I have band practice on sunday and will take my 12" tom over to get some basic sound files if you like and post...
  22. Thread: Wood Poll

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    Poll: Re: Wood Poll

    Yeah my uncle, its just a matter of finding wood that is big enough. 24 inch diameter trees aren't just everywhere, but findable none the less, he has alot of wood he can get, it is the wood that is...
  23. Thread: Wood Poll

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    Poll: Wood Poll

    Ok, so in order to get some opinions, I have decided to get a poll on what woods people would use for a solid shell kit that I posted about in another thread. Moderators, if you would like to delete...
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    Re: snare drum sensitivity

    And as usual everything PB says is right on track. Only other answer might be something in Oak, but I would be running something with a ambassador/diplomat to get the sensitivity you are looking...
  25. Re: Might have Gotten the Opportunity of a Lifetime

    Well thank you, no one expect any quick decisions or action to be made, I want to maul everything over to make the best possible choices, but I assure you I will keep everyone updated.

    Thanks...
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