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syntax
02-03-2012, 03:18 PM
So...
i figured drummers need their own little corner on MyBB as well :)
Thought I would start off with some intro's
3 drummers alive today that I admire:
1. Danny carey
2. Carter beauford
3. Craig Blundell (odd one i know, there are tons of others..queue mike portnoy / dave lombardo etc)
Current Kit
Td4k2, still stock standard
I played for a while, then took a long, long break.
Recently got the kit, absolutely loving getting back into things.
Currently just working on getting my feel back, starting lessons end month so I dont get bad habits early on!
Anyone else got v-drums?
Recomendations on double bass pedals?
Cool thread :D
I'll nominate Gavin Harrison as my favourite drummer right now.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PxqWiRCg4mM
I have a Roland TD3 kit, but I've upgraded the module to a TD9 and also added a ride.
Actually trying to sell my old TD3 module.
Favorite drummers: Mike Portnoy, Gavin Harrison, Danny Carey. And lots more, but I have an absolute fascination with Mike Portnoy, case in point: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=XW-CI6nGxl8#t=754s
Currently I have a Sonor kit with Sabian cymbals and a Tama DB pedal. Going to buy me something like this http://www.thomann.de/gb/sonor_ascent_dark_natural_stage_1.htm somewhere later in the year, probably with a MP signature snare ;D. Nice to see some drummers around these parts!
Pooky
03-03-2012, 08:20 AM
Chad Smith, Travis Barker, Matt Tong
Favorite drummers: Mike Portnoy, Gavin Harrison, Danny Carey. And lots more, but I have an absolute fascination with Mike Portnoy, case in point: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=XW-CI6nGxl8#t=754s
Currently I have a Sonor kit with Sabian cymbals and a Tama DB pedal. Going to buy me something like this http://www.thomann.de/gb/sonor_ascent_dark_natural_stage_1.htm somewhere later in the year, probably with a MP signature snare ;D. Nice to see some drummers around these parts!
Nice to see another Harrison fan. Speaking of Portnoy, one of my biggest ever live music highlights was watching Portnoy and Martin Axenrot from Opeth having a drum off.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KCUej-oCaE8
You can actually hear me shouting "Legolas!!!"
copacetic
04-03-2012, 01:44 PM
You can actually hear me shouting "Legolas!!!"
Aahahahahahahahaha. :D
I must admit, I think I preferred Martin Lopez though.
Nice to see another Harrison fan. Speaking of Portnoy, one of my biggest ever live music highlights was watching Portnoy and Martin Axenrot from Opeth having a drum off.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KCUej-oCaE8
You can actually hear me shouting "Legolas!!!"
Wait, that was actually you recording it? I have to hate you now for seeing that live :/
Aahahahahahahahaha. :D
I must admit, I think I preferred Martin Lopez though.
Did you hear his new stuff yet? It's pretty cool, Tool-like.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=9VEFORk1wYA
copacetic
04-03-2012, 05:38 PM
Did you hear his new stuff yet? It's pretty cool, Tool-like.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=9VEFORk1wYA
Whooo, awesome, hadn't, thanks!
Whooo, awesome, hadn't, thanks!
Ooh, me neither, thanks pr0d.
mass09
04-03-2012, 08:52 PM
Thanks for the katatoolpeth.
The lyric 'halo' reminds me of this, also from Keenan:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BVXTmav24Wk
FarligOpptreden
05-03-2012, 09:42 AM
Good thread!
I'm on that loooooooooong break of mine still... Particularly because I'm (still) saving up for a V-Drums set. I'm looking at one of the all-mesh sets, as I hate the feel of the rubber pads. That means I'm looking at the TD-4KX2 at least. Living in close proximity of my neighbours (most with small kids / babies) means I can't have a normal kit at home. :(
As pedals go - go Axis! There's credibility in the fact that many extreme metal drummers only ever go with Axis...
Favourite drummers include Mike Portnoy (as most others have mentioned so far :p ), Rolf Pilve, Jan Axel Blomberg (aka "Hellhammer") and Pål Dæhlen (a little-known extreme metal drummer from Norway).
Jan Axel Blomberg (aka "Hellhammer").
I love his work with Dimmu Borgir, especially on The Chosen Legacy... @_@
FarligOpptreden
05-03-2012, 11:16 AM
I love his work with Dimmu Borgir, especially on The Chosen Legacy... @_@
Not much of a Dummy Burger fan myself, but Hellhammer's drumming is incredible! :p
Hellhammer's drumming on Shining IV is also great.
syntax
05-03-2012, 02:40 PM
Chad Smith, Travis Barker, Matt Tong
I have never understood the fascination with Barker...next to ppl like carter beauford he just looks silly
Good thread!
I'm on that loooooooooong break of mine still... Particularly because I'm (still) saving up for a V-Drums set. I'm looking at one of the all-mesh sets, as I hate the feel of the rubber pads. That means I'm looking at the TD-4KX2 at least. Living in close proximity of my neighbours (most with small kids / babies) means I can't have a normal kit at home. :(
As pedals go - go Axis! There's credibility in the fact that many extreme metal drummers only ever go with Axis...
Favourite drummers include Mike Portnoy (as most others have mentioned so far :p ), Rolf Pilve, Jan Axel Blomberg (aka "Hellhammer") and Pål Dæhlen (a little-known extreme metal drummer from Norway).
I got the normal td4k2, the mesh snare is quite nice, i am not fond of the cymbals though.
The idea i think will be to purchase one of the higher end vdrum kits, and use the td4k2 for moving around for practice sessions etc.
I was looking at the axis and DW pedals...reckon i might ask for advice when i start lessons again and maybe even try demo some of them.
Trying to get back to learning gladstone techniques...its not going well :)
Grimspoon
05-03-2012, 02:49 PM
Carter Beauford has to be my all time fav drummer.
I currently have a Roland HD1.
Carter Beauford has to be my all time fav drummer.
I currently have a Roland HD1.
Beauford is good, very good, but Harrison's better IMO. (Yes, this thread is destined to degenerate into an X vs Y vibe).
syntax
05-03-2012, 03:26 PM
Beauford is good, very good, but Harrison's better IMO. (Yes, this thread is destined to degenerate into an X vs Y vibe).
Each has his place i think.
I mean, i like beauford for his live performances, the way he gels with the band and his ease of playing (teh last 6 minutes of two step live performance just kills me )
Carey on the other hand makes overly complicated rhythms and fills just work, and i love the way he does that.
Currently, I am jamming to the new chevelle album. Not ridiculously challenging, but so much fun :)
syntax
06-03-2012, 05:00 PM
Craig playing at V-drum champs, I love this guy!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AC8rgVCcKLk
This guy
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Pk_OA2_GpI
Holy crap
FarligOpptreden
08-03-2012, 02:30 PM
O_O
That's just... WOW. He nearly kicks over his snare drum near the end. :D
FarligOpptreden
08-03-2012, 02:37 PM
Video of a (very) talented young drummer tracking the drums for a friend of mine's band's upcoming release:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PbE4GT2BO68
Keep in mind this guy is only 16 years old! He makes blast beats look easy... :p
Grimspoon
08-03-2012, 03:37 PM
Some awesome videos guys!
Video of a (very) talented young drummer tracking the drums for a friend of mine's band's upcoming release:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PbE4GT2BO68
Keep in mind this guy is only 16 years old! He makes blast beats look easy... :p
Mother of god. When I was 16 I couldn't even spell 'blast beats'.
syntax
08-03-2012, 05:51 PM
This guy
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Pk_OA2_GpI
Holy crap
I love this because its not just a "im super fast" video, its got a really nice rhythm feel to it!!
some questions:
anyone used things like superior drummer to interface with their electronic kits?
Any recommendations?
FarligOpptreden
09-03-2012, 03:29 PM
I love this because its not just a "im super fast" video, its got a really nice rhythm feel to it!!
Yeah - speed is useless if its sloppy. You need a high degree of precision if you want to play fast and make it sound good though...
Yeah - speed is useless if its sloppy. You need a high degree of precision if you want to play fast and make it sound good though...
Also, speed is fine, and tight speed is awesome, but great drummers need to play with feeling.
FarligOpptreden
12-03-2012, 08:40 AM
Also, speed is fine, and tight speed is awesome, but great drummers need to play with feeling.
It also depends on the style of music. Blast beats add to the atmosphere of black- and death metal, so in that sense the drummers are playing with "feeling".
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LtCvi7dfyqU
Pretty sick :D
Look at 2:31'ish. Daauyym.
syntax
13-04-2012, 12:34 PM
So....
started my lessons, going to george voros.
The technique is a little different, and i think its going to take me quite some time to get used to it. But , there are definite advantages and i think he is definitely the right instructor for me.
Glad i started now, because already i have bad habits that need to be changed....sigh
syntax
04-05-2012, 06:55 AM
Lessons are getting better, im looking at getting myself a double bass pedal so i can practice the "hop" heel /toe technique properly with both feet.
Looking at the mapex falcon double bass pedals, reviews seem very positive and the feel is quite good, anyone else tried them or can make any recommendations?
Grimspoon
04-05-2012, 08:22 AM
Been jamming quite a bit since I moved, I know have more space for all my instruments. I am going to start recording some tracks again soon.
So tempted to get a acoustic kit again now that I have the space.
syntax
04-05-2012, 09:14 AM
Been jamming quite a bit since I moved, I know have more space for all my instruments. I am going to start recording some tracks again soon.
So tempted to get a acoustic kit again now that I have the space.
man, i would kill to have an acoustic kit at home.
Even the top end rolands dont quite have that acoustic feel to it...
although, im now using superior drummer with my kit, and for recording etc its just awesome
I love this magazine. Khune is on the cover this week!!!
http://www.drum.co.za/uploads/articles/New_Image17.JPG
syntax
09-05-2012, 03:21 PM
So, i ordered this, should be getting them this weekend!!! cant wait, apparently the SA version comes with direct drive as well, very interested to try that out.
http://cdn.mos.musicradar.com/images/Rhythm/issue-178/mapex-falcon-bass-drum-pedals-460-80.jpg
FoggiestIdea
11-05-2012, 04:43 AM
danny carey's awesome. stephen perkins of janes addiction is a really good drummer, haven't heard their latest stuff but he was great on their early records.
syntax
11-05-2012, 02:02 PM
Got my pedals last night.
Havent played much, but changed the beaters to the heavier weights, kept standard cam and dual chain on.
Will give the belt and direct drive a try on the weekend. So far so good, pedals feel very very light and the motion is extremely smooth. The toe stop is also removable, which is nice :) and the plate is quite long allowing for playing all the way up and down.
So far so good