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Posted on: November 26, 2008 - 4:48am
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...and thanks for stopping by.
Now I need to install an emoticon module, and iron out some bugs. 
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since this is the first thread it may as well be prodctive
im lookin to get a new set since my old one is kinda behind in my mind and i was wonderin how/ where i should look for new sets and what to look for since it has been a while since ive looked on the market
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Hey, Drummerboi33!
It's definitely fun to buy a new set of drums. Here are some things to keep in mind.
First of all, you are living in a very good era for buying drums. Jazz legend Max Roach once said that an entry level set today is better quality than a top-of-the-line set from the olden days. Technology has come very far in recent years. So, nearly any drumset you buy will be of decent quality. If you are looking for a low or mid priced set, shop around to see what kind of package deals you can get. For example, some sets come with hardware while others are merely "shell packs." Some sets even come with a package of cymbals. You can find these types of deals online at www.musiciansfriend.com or www.guitarcenter.com.
On the other hand, if you're really looking to spend a lot of money on a high end kit, be sure to visit local drum shops to play the drums in person. If you live in a city like New York, you can even rent an hour at a rehearsal studio and request the brand of drumset that you want to take for a test run. Many drum companies offer different woods to choose from. So...you might want to try a maple set, a birch set, etc. See how your ears respond to the different woods.
Some other things to consider:
How heavy are the drums? Some drum brands are heavier than others, and that can make a difference if you're going to be hauling them around a lot!
What finishes are available? If you're going to shell out big bucks for your dream set, make sure you like how it looks. You want this instrument to represent your style and personality!
Finally, with an expensive high end kit, you want to make sure the quality is really top-notch. As I mentioned before, most drums these days are decent quality...but if you're going to spend a lot of money, "decent" quality is not enough. I recommend going to a local drum repair shop and asking the repairman which drums seem to need repairing least often! Get the info straight from someone who deals with this everyday. If you spend thousands on a drumset, you want it to be reliable. You don't want it breaking down on you!
I hope some of this helps. Best of luck!
Matt Ritter
Bass Drum Techniques For Today's Drummer
www.UnBuryingTheBeater.com
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I'm the parent of a 9 year old who is set on playing the drums. I've followed your advice about getting him to tap on a pad, etc. He's stuck to it and it looks like I'm going to be buying a drum kit. I read your advice on purchasing drums for beginners and checked out the Pulse kit and one by Ludwig which is pricier but includes cymbals for $450. Our local music store which has great staff and from whom we've purchased guitars for other kids has a Percussion Plus (PP3500) with all of the basics for 325-369. It seems like a great deal and we'd have the guarantee of our local music store, but I tried to find reviews on this kit without success. Know anything about it? Is this something that will "grow" with my budding musician? Thanks for any help you can offer, David
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