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Crazy57be
Published on 08/03/04 at 10:03
This small drumkit is a marvel!
I bought it a month ago, and I use it in both a combo and a big band. The first time I took it to play a concert, some of the musicians with whom I play wondered if it was a joke and I was really going to play on what looked like a children's kit (actually that's what I like about it). But when they heard the sound, they were laughing because they were impressed.
Price / quality ratio very good.However, I only use the snare drum stand from the hardware pack included. The rest of the hardware I use is basic Pearl; simple and stable. Four colours are available: Black, Dark Blue, Orange and Brushed Aluminium. I opted for the latter.What a look!
In terms of sound, it depends on the skins (Remo are standard).Personally I have changed to Evans, but it is a matter of taste.
Without hesitation I would choose this kit again - I've never played on such an enjoyable kit! The only downside is the bass drum spurs, which need a drum key. This is not very practical ... but the fastenings are easily replaced by wing nuts! The bags, two covers for the drums and hardware, are very handy too.
Need I say more? You could maybe add a "groove wedge" from Yamaha, a piece of wood (maple preferred) to improve the sound of rimshots, which are not easy on a 12" snare drum.
Via the forum, I've discussed this with Peter Erskine himself who recommended this kit (without being an endorsee) and recorded an album with it. Another user is Dave Weckl, who I've seen in a DVD, although I can't remember which.
I bought it a month ago, and I use it in both a combo and a big band. The first time I took it to play a concert, some of the musicians with whom I play wondered if it was a joke and I was really going to play on what looked like a children's kit (actually that's what I like about it). But when they heard the sound, they were laughing because they were impressed.
Price / quality ratio very good.However, I only use the snare drum stand from the hardware pack included. The rest of the hardware I use is basic Pearl; simple and stable. Four colours are available: Black, Dark Blue, Orange and Brushed Aluminium. I opted for the latter.What a look!
In terms of sound, it depends on the skins (Remo are standard).Personally I have changed to Evans, but it is a matter of taste.
Without hesitation I would choose this kit again - I've never played on such an enjoyable kit! The only downside is the bass drum spurs, which need a drum key. This is not very practical ... but the fastenings are easily replaced by wing nuts! The bags, two covers for the drums and hardware, are very handy too.
Need I say more? You could maybe add a "groove wedge" from Yamaha, a piece of wood (maple preferred) to improve the sound of rimshots, which are not easy on a 12" snare drum.
Via the forum, I've discussed this with Peter Erskine himself who recommended this kit (without being an endorsee) and recorded an album with it. Another user is Dave Weckl, who I've seen in a DVD, although I can't remember which.