Born2RockU Posted January 28, 2005 Author Share Posted January 28, 2005 O.K. family.......here is another special set picture of a set that I use to practice very intense mental/physical dexterity drumset exercises. This is an " ambi-dexterious " setup that I have arranged to challenge myself to play drum set patterns with opposite leads ! I begin a pattern with the most natural feel using a common "right-handed-lead", ...then immediately switch the same rhythmic pattern to the opposite leading side, using a "leading-left"approach. This setup was created from being influence by of one of my favorite drummers, Mike Mangini , who played w/ Steve Vai for many years ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyKubicki Posted January 28, 2005 Share Posted January 28, 2005 Dude, I would love to hear that! But that stool...it's gotta go... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyKubicki Posted January 28, 2005 Share Posted January 28, 2005 Ausio F...when you said Bruford, you just about said it all. But I would add John Weathers and Malcolm Mortimer to the list.....they both did some awsome stuff with Gentle Giant.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
picky Posted January 28, 2005 Share Posted January 28, 2005 Born: Thanks for the technical info. VERY cool drum kit my friend! I enjoy staying abreast of the technology, even though I no longer do live show sound and very little studio any more. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Adams Posted January 28, 2005 Share Posted January 28, 2005 I wish I could describe the feeling I got looking at these drum kits and reading this thread. Sigh.... In 1963 my oldest sister was "allowed" to bring a Beatles record in to the house. I heard then saw them on TV. OMG - I just HAD to play drums. So at the age of 6 and being in a military family (i.e. very little money) I put together my first drum kit. It consisted of different sized cardboard boxes that I figured out how to "tune" using packing tape and a pair of drumsticks I whittled out of a couple of small tree branches (got a spanking later for cutting those branches off the Mamosa tree ). You would've thought my parents would've taken notice. At the age of 8 my begging finally got me one of those toy drum sets. You know, all plastic shells, front of kick drum was cardboard, cymbal made from a recycled pot lid and painted a brass color, drum heads made out of mylar. I could've cared less. I beat the hell out of those things and tried every trick my 8 year old mind could think of to improve the sound of the tom or snare. You would've thought my parents would've taken notice. In the 6th grade a music store came to my school and offered music lessons and instrument rent-to-purchase. My chance at last! I signed up for drums, but they also made us choose a second and third instrument. The beginner band teacher didn't like drummers so here Tom, say hello to your new trombone. I complained and even cried. You would've thought my parents would've taken notice. Three years later, at the urging of my band director, my parents pay for private trombone lessons. At the end of lesson week one, I'm putting my trombone away and over hear the teacher say to my Mom, "You know, Tom is kinda unique. I mean, he's got really good technique, a very good ear for pitch, his timbre is good and will get better as his embouchure (sp?) develops, but he can't count the notes yet his rhythm and timing are dead on. Put a new piece of music in front of him and he just knows the rhythm. He's just like a metronome. You know, he'd make an excellent drummer." You would've thought my parents would've taken notice. Oh well, such is life. LOL...I still view pencils as drum sticks. Nice kits guys and thanks for listening. Tom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boomac Posted January 28, 2005 Share Posted January 28, 2005 Now here's an real antique drum kit! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Born2RockU Posted January 28, 2005 Author Share Posted January 28, 2005 AndyKubicki : Your coment on the throne. Dude, I would love to hear that! But that stool...it's gotta go... Isn't that picture evidence that I love what I do and use my equipment to it's fullest potential ???? For you, I will replace it with a different throne if you want. Since, I do own 6,7,or 8 different other ones, ...the one pictured just happens to be on that set on that day, for I have the other nicer ones to other uses. ~ Thanx for the comment though ~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Klipsch RF7 Posted January 28, 2005 Share Posted January 28, 2005 ---------------- On 1/27/2005 7:51:05 PM Born2RockU wrote: Klipsch RF7 : Reb Beach ..............???????????????? He played guitar in Winger. ---------------- LOL, Exactly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyKubicki Posted January 28, 2005 Share Posted January 28, 2005 ---------------- On 1/28/2005 4:51:08 PM Tom Adams wrote: I wish I could describe the feeling I got looking at these drum kits and reading this thread. Sigh.... In 1963 my oldest sister was "allowed" to bring a Beatles record in to the house. I heard then saw them on TV. OMG - I just HAD to play drums. Tom ---------------- Tom, What a great story! Bruford talks about an improvised drum set he played with when he was a kid on one of his videos. But I gotta ask you...did Ringo's drumming inspire you to want to play the same way, or did you just want to outdo him (you probably did sound better even on your improvised kit) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyKubicki Posted January 28, 2005 Share Posted January 28, 2005 Boomac, those look like KG4s with your drums,,, BTW, is that the original set Cubby played? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyKubicki Posted January 28, 2005 Share Posted January 28, 2005 Craig, I'm sorry. You're right. I meant no disrespect to the Throne. How dare I! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boomac Posted January 28, 2005 Share Posted January 28, 2005 ---------------- On 1/28/2005 9:03:16 PM AndyKubicki wrote: Boomac, those look like KG4s with your drums,,, BTW, is that the original set Cubby played? ---------------- Them are Quartets. I doubt Cubby played this one but maybe one like it. hey, I suppose you remember Spin & Marty too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Born2RockU Posted January 28, 2005 Author Share Posted January 28, 2005 Craig, I'm sorry. You're right. I meant no disrespect to the Throne. How dare I! AndyKubicki: No offense taken. P.S. - Thanx for the incredible Gentle Giant band link !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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BigMike Posted January 30, 2005 Share Posted January 30, 2005 I aspire to play this!!! Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigMike Posted January 30, 2005 Share Posted January 30, 2005 This is what I play. A black onyx Pacific CX kit with Paiste Innovations. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boomac Posted January 30, 2005 Share Posted January 30, 2005 ---------------- On 1/30/2005 6:00:41 PM BigMike wrote: I aspire to play this!!! Mike ---------------- You have great aspirations Mike! Lordy, it would be fun to just sit there behind that kit & kaboodle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garymd Posted January 30, 2005 Share Posted January 30, 2005 Boomac, I think I have the matching watch to your drum set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyKubicki Posted January 30, 2005 Share Posted January 30, 2005 I would not want to be Bozzio's roadie! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Born2RockU Posted January 30, 2005 Author Share Posted January 30, 2005 ...actually Terry Bozzio only lives an hour and 45 minutes from my house ! The reason for all those drums and cymbals.... his drum set is tuned in a penatonic (sp?) scale ! (I believe) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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