No, but it shouldn't be too expensive la. Maybe after my exams in January I'll start work on some snares.

Hmm. I don't know. I kinda just do the ghost note thing according to how I feel, and its like motorized already. HAHA. If you're looking for double bass+ghost notes... Go Periphery. Matt Halpern's ghost notes are sick.

You could always try playing along to songs with stuff like that

You can get it from me at special rates at if you're buying in bulk JS Music stocks them.

Try changing your heads? Sometimes its the snare too. Some snares, you just can't play soft. HAHA.


Hey there, I'm Isaac too. HAHA

I play in church as well, but I do play secular music too. Hey, and you can go slightly odd-time stuff in church too. Just a little bitmore creativity

Well, its not that Bentley's is a no-no place. You could always browse there, or JS Music, or Music Master.
If you'd like some discounts PM me.

You're welcome. I'm also letting go of a used set. It's a Ludwig Epic, still in extremely good condition. Do let me know if you're interested in this as well. Thanks!





On another note, should I go for a Ludwig Acrolite or a Pearl Omar Hakim Signature, or a Pork Pie Mahogany/Birch snare? HAHA. Your thoughts, guys?

I'm letting go for RM2.6k. Four toms, can be configured to 3 rack toms and one floor tom or two rack toms and two floor toms. Basically, I've only used it once for a recording session, it's in perfect condition. I stay in a condominium, so there's no use if I just keep it around in boxes. Retail is RM4090.

The set includes hardware (stands and pedal), four toms and one bass drum. I'll throw in any snare of your choice at a 20% discount.

The M5 certainly is a pretty good kit. It's pretty much the same as the X7, which is a relatively good drumset for the price.

I'm looking for something versatile. Either something that's versatile and sounds good with loads of tunings/head choices (Omar Hakim), or something so unique and distinct that it can work with everything (Acrolite).

It's like this one
http://www.ludwig-drums.com/images/kits/epic_3152.jpg
Natural Blackburst

I had a wood snare and a metal snare. I sold both HAHA.

Firstly, ALL drumming needs technique. There is no such thing a no technique. HAHA.

And you can't learn speed. Speed is something that develops with proper technique (even bad ones, occasionally), good form and practice. The reason why they teach you technique, is cause once you got the basics down at a slow speed, you'll maintain the same thing at faster levels, and your body will be able to cope more with it.


What is your definition of normal technique?


And yes, I can hit it.

I have just decided. I will be going for a Supra.



Anyway, I've started a new project with a bunch of other talented young musicians from Malaysia. Please do support this project by liking it on facebook at facebook.com/the12project and following it on Twitter at @the12band . You can find out more about the musicians on the page itself.

We're also giving away a free Stardust Fuzz pedal made by Malaysia's very own Lynessmy. All you have to do is to just like the page, and tell us what you would like to see from the local music scene. The post with the most likes will receive the fuzz! This can be the perfect Christmas present for a friend or a loved one, and the best part is that its free!

We're working on a crowdfunding basis, where if you decide to support the project in kind, you will receive free merchandise and downloads in return! More details are available at http://www.facebook.com/notes/the-12-proje...171227876356469 . Thanks!

HAHA. Go win your brother that free fuzz pedal too

I'm drumming along with Bazly from MirrorMirror. He's the former drum tech of AVG and Subculture, he's also worked with local powerhouse Tres Empre before

We are a bit dead. HAHA.

On the brighter side, SPM is over, and I'm close to securing my first gig as a contract sessionist.

HAHA Alright then All the best in your wife's drumming future! Feel free to contact me if you need help with anything.

On another note, I'm drumming at The Pool KL next Saturday with VIMA-nominated band HardCandy. We'll be at the club after 7pm. A solo artiste will be performing before us, then we'l take the stage. Do come and drop by!

HAHAHA No la. Maybe we'll have something in January, in a club in Mont Kiara. Details not finalized yet. Will let you guys know if anything works out.

Awesome HAHA. No, I'm just a drummer who's blessed with opportunities. HAHA.

For anyone who's interested, cover charge is RM35 for guys above 21, and free for girls over 18, inclusive of a drink. Do give me a call/text at +6012-2235233 if you're planning to drop by.

HAHA. Let's have a LYN drummer's showcase one day, and everyone brings their band or something. Then you can see how my playing is. HAHA Okay? And btw, it's not very good. HAHA.

Alright. Just a note for everyone here. J Cymbals are Stagg cymbals, rebranded. I was talking with one of JSs head honchos, and its made in the same factory, to be sold with their own kits.

Honestly, it's all up to personal preference. It's a very subjective matter. I've played Sabian since I started drumming, and I've stuck with the brand ever since, for my personal cymbals. I use a mix of their "Modern Dark" HHX and "Modern Bright" AAX cymbals. I fins it gives me a nice palette of tones to play with. Of course, every single cymbal sounds different. No two cymbals, even in the same range or model selection, sound the same.

I feel that at the very least, you ought to follow this: Never buy brass cymbals. The lowest quality of cymbals that you should go for are B8 Bronze cymbals. Most beginner/intermediate lines are made from B8 Bronze (with some exceptions such as the Paiste 2002, which is a high end range). Most higher end cymbals are made of B20 Bronze, with traces of silver, and different hammering styles for different tones.

The amount of wear and tear on your cymbals will depend mainly on technique. If your technique is good, your cymbals will obviously last longer than if your technique isn't. Sometimes old cymbals do sound good as well. Again, personal taste But then again, like most other things, aged crap cymbals will sound crappier, but good vintage cymbals MAY sound better.

Most of the drummers I know change their cymbals not because of wear and tear, but because different situations/genres/setups require a different tonal palette, or maybe its cause their own tastes have changed. I used to love having everything bright and cutting, but now that I'm playing in more and more situations where I need the dark blend, and I'm not doing as much hard rock as I used to, I've slowly gotten darker cymbals into my setup, which are versatile enough to be used in several genres well enough.



On another note, I had my first practice with Hardcandy last night. Kit was a PDP 805, with Aquarian heads on them at Pulse Soundworks, Subang Jaya. Will take pictures tonight!

Playing at the Hard Rock Cafe KL on Sunday after The Pool KL on Saturday. Not sure if its a closed event or open event.

I use DrumDials. And the rest is depending on what sound I wanna get.

Hey! I played on a Tama RhythmMate last night at The Pool, KL with Hardcandy. It was a fun gig, to say the least Didn't take pictures of the setup, but there will be photos up soon of the show.

I'm leaving for Hard Rock Cafe, for my soundcheck for my show tonight there, in about fifteen minutes. Will take pictures of the setup there this time, I promise. HAHA.

Nope, depends on my sessions. Its usually a lot of shows in a row, then a few breaks here and there.

Here's the kit for tonight! It's a Japanese Yamaha. I think its a Birch Custom. Soundcheck just finished. Sounds killer. Remo heads on it. Can't wait to start playing.

One rack and two floor toms. Different drummers have their own preferences. Usually I play with no rack and two floors, but I needed a rack for this show..
Under RM1k? With discount, I'd suggest the Sabian B8 set.


And yes, the Sabian cymbals were mine, the Zildjians were with the house kit. More photos coming up on my Facebook shortly!

Oh, and there was an guy who worked with MTV there... (hint hint).

A lot of rock/metal players now play with just one rack and one floor. You can play most thing with that set up already. And its easy to setup and carry around.


And anyway, here's a bit more eyecandy from tonight's show. Everything else is on Facebook. HAHA.







This post has been edited by isaacmiranda7: Dec 17 2012, 12:33 AM