Re: Hip and back pain after playing.
Originally Posted by
SpazApproved
I would say time for a new throne and time to re-evaluate how your sitting and how your drums are positioned
This. The size of the kit is really not much of an issue. The hi-hats, snare and floor Tom can all be set at normal height. The bass kick pedal is always on the floor anyway. The "up" tom can be adjusted....unless the drums you're using lack the adjustment? Is this your Catalina Maple kit reconfigured? If you don't have the adjustability, then that could be an issue.
You need to be able to have your drums placed so that you can sit upright. I had the exact same issues. The best thing I ever did was buy a good ergonomic throne with a backrest. The backrest keeps my lower back in place, which keeps me sitting straight up and not slouching. I then adjust everything to accommodate my position. Just like that, my problem was solved. I can now play a 4hr gig and not have my hips and back hurt at the end of the night.
About your thrown- is the seat wobbly? Is the padding really soft? If so, that can be an issue as well. If the seat doesn't provide stability and support, your muscles will always be tense trying to keep your lower body steady.
-Brian
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