HAHA Consistency in production, definitely. Even though I don't play Promark for my normal sticks, their quality is definitely one of the best in the market. Played a few Vaters too before, and those aren't bad as well. HAHA. However, I didn't find what I was looking for with those sticks (length, weight and width-wise), which is why I've been using Tama for 4-5 years now. Until they stopped production of the sticks which I love, and when I got down to my last pair of Tama's I used them exclusively. HAHA. But anyway I've gone down the custom/local route, and I've got about 8 more pairs of custom Heartbeat sticks left. ^^ I'll definitely be ordering more from Heartbeat in the future.

Either ways, yes, brushes and rods; I trust Promark. HAHA.

I like light sticks, cause of the feel la. HAHA. And can control a lot more easier.

HAHA Like I said, I used to use Tama sticks for several years, but they discontinued my favourite model. So after that, I didn't want to go through the hassle of looking for sticks, so I just ordered custom sticks with similar specifications, problem solved. HAHA

Got pics. HAHA. But I'
ll order different material next time. And different design. It didn't come out how I thought it would. But my fault la. I ordered something super vomplex. Can't print on wood like that, apparently. HAHAHA.


My doubles can be converted between lefty and righty. Most higher end ones can la.

HAHAHA Yeah. Trials just ended. Phew. I'll be drumming a lot this weekend. Then nothing till after SPM. Any gigs, anyone?

HAHA. I got used to that. But when I reorder, I'm going for a more plain design la.

Nope, the version before the FDs. I feel they're better

We've been dead for quite a while. REVIVE!

HAHA

So, anyway, I just downloaded Hydrogen. Anyone else use drum samplers for creating tracks like BFD, EZDrummer, etc?

The only way to work on consistency is practice. I think it was the Shadows Fall drummer who said something like, its better to have a good 30 minute session than an OKAY 3 hour session. So, if you're on an off day, its fine if you take a break. With your problems at the beginning, that's why warming up is necessary. With the ones at the end, you'll need to work on stamina. You'll get better eventually.

Evans. ALL THE WAY. EC2. Super versatile skins. for your toms. EMAD for the bass. and depends what snare you have la. HAHA

Comparison with others? :3 just for feel? Like Iron Cobras, Demon Drive and stuff.

Ahh, I see. I'm really interested to try them, cause I think Halpern uses them too, right? Anyway, I'm planning to get a pair of Speed Cobras to compare with my Yamahas.

AND, I'm selling a HQ Realfeel Bass Drum Practice Pad. Its portable and light, can practice in your room, no noise, etc. I've only used it once. HAHA.

Hey mate! Welcome to the club.
What are your influences?

As for myself, I'm a through and through Sabian guy. As for drums, I don't have any specific preferences, though I am partial to Yamaha I do have a Ludwig Epic that I've only used once in a recording session that I'm selling off for cheap though HAHA.

Gibraltar is one of the most value-for-money pedals, no frills though. For the price, its one of the best. However, if you can afford higher -end professional options, go for them. The Gibraltars are very durable, though.

I sell them, if you're interested. With full warranty, etc. PM me for more info.

Single pedal is about that price. Double, is around RM1.3ish, I think, after discounts.

Single pedal is about that price. Double, is around RM1.3ish, I think, after discounts.

I'd recommend you to get a set, just in case. You never know what freak accidents might happen in the studio (: You don't have to get Axis longboards or Demon Drives, a set of regular Gibraltar kicks should do the job just fine. Its relatively cheap, and very durable too. You're not losing anything if you get it, so why not?

HAHAHA YES. That's a good idea.

1 & 2. Hey mate. I've got exactly the kit you want. Its a mid-level kit, RM4k plus at Bentleys. Its a Ludwig Epic in natural-black burst lacquer finish. I've only used it for a session once, and its been in boxes ever since. I sold the snare to Jimmy of Tempered Mental/Oh Chentaku a few years back (he's also a Ludwig fan l) ) So there isn't a snare with the set, BUT I can sort that out for you cause I can get you any snare for cheaper than retail. I'm not selling it with cymbals, but you can get them on the market here used. Budget 8k? No problem. My kit is in showroom condition, I'll sell it to you for RM2800 nego. If you buy from me, I'll also get you discounts on anything else you wanna grab, including heads, hardware and anything else (even for your bandmates).

3. I don't think there are drums that are particularly FOR playing outdoors "like DWs". In fact, DWs are some of the best kits in and out of the studio. I've played on a DW kit for a session I did late last year in a studio, and it sounded like what you'd expect a well-tuned DW to sound like. Amazing. Again, about the cymbals, I'm not a big Zildjian fan (I'm a major Sabian aficionado though), however, most of them can be used and ARE used in the studio as well. The A Custom series was specifically designed for use in the studio.

4. Alright. Rock on. HAHAHA.

5. Personally, I've never been comfortable playing with two bass drums. I can understand those who do though. For me, the hassle of having to lug around two bass drums to shows (when you don't have anyone else to do it for you) just doesn't make sense. I'm using a Yamaha double pedal now, and I used to have a pair of Iron Cobras. Never had trouble with them. Sturdy, and very durable, with great feel as well. Alignment is just something you've got to work with.

6. Cymbals, I'd recommend Sabian. I've been using them since I started playing drums, I've worked my way up the lines, and I'm using a mixed AAX/HHX setup at the moment that serves my playing well.

Meinl and Paiste aren't that big in Malaysia due to lack of promotion. You don't have drummers using those brands come down here to do clinics, etc. Bentley seems to just focus on Zildjian, and leave Paiste alone.

I do like a few Meinl cymbals and plenty of Paiste ones, though. The Meinl MB10s are pretty nice for metal stuff (that's the only context in which I've played them), and the Paiste 2002s are the only B8s that I've liked playing. HAHA.



Anyway, not many setups being posted up recently. Here's one from a session I did last Friday. I picked up where I last left off with switching my kits around, and I find playing in this setup rather comfortable with two floor toms, and that's about it. I didn't bring along my AAX and AA crashes dues to the amount of gear I had to lug around (including mics and MIDI equipment) so I used the house cymbals to complement my HHX hats and crash as well as my AAX ride.



The kit is a Ludwig Element in black, 14' and 16' toms, 14x6.5 snare, and a 20x20 kick drum I think, and of course, I used my trusty Evans heads. EMAD Coated for bass batter, Hydraulics on the toms, and Power Centre Reverse Dot on the snare. The mics used were Shure 57 overheads. Aesthetically, I guess the kit could have looked a little nicer, but I didn't bring all my hardware this time round, and the house kit didn't have many long/boom stands, so nevermind that. I'm using my Yamaha direct drive doubles on the bass. And of course, my Heartbeat Isaac Miranda sticks

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Played them before? HAHA. They're pretty highly priced, right?


I've played Bosphorus and Istanbul before. They just didn't do it for me in a rock setting. (: They do sound good though. I feel that TRX is a better option for more modern styles. Very good customer service too. HAHA

By 2014, hmm. I'd like to have performed in front of a crowd of at least 10,000. HAHA. That was my goal for by when I reach 21 la, but I don't see why not sooner. maybe get a consistent amount of studio work coming in while I pursue my degree and a source of income as well.

So, my girlfriend's sister is coming back from the US, and I'm trying to get her to bring me back a snare. Any suggestions? About USD200 and and below la. Saving up for the Ludwish sticks too.

Used Supras are pretty expensive, and I can't really get one on my budget. Might get lucky on eBay, but who knows. At least this time, I'm gonna but from GuitarCenter or something.

I was actually thinking of getting a maple Black Panther, but I'll see what else I can find.

The Pearl Omar Hakim signature looks tempting though. HAHA.

Yeah, I'm definitely getting a case to bring it back in. Probably a Gator or something Yeah, probably.

Anyway, I'm sure every company has their screwups. In my case, I've never played a DW that sounded bad, when tuned properly with good heads. HAHA. Its the drummer maybe

I was actually considering doing exactly that with the Keller shells etc. Anyone wanna bulk order? We could start a LYN snare shop.


Malaysia can get from overseas la HAHHAA.
Uhhm, you can carry on, but might be a bit leceh la.