All about Drums and Drum Kits Mon, 04 Aug 2025 09:42:23 +0000 Mon, 04 Aug 2025 09:42:23 +0000 Drummerworld Forum https://www.drummerworld.com/forums/index.php Mon, 04 Aug 2025 08:40:05 +0000 https://www.drummerworld.com/forums/index.php?threads/are-tama-drums-relativity-good.191631/ 191631 invalid@example.com (Tonman20) Tonman20 I'm a drummer and been playing drums since the day I first started, the first kit I brought was a toy mini drum kit one sliver crash cymbal three drums that's it, but that wasn't enough.

I needed a real drum kit for my musical taste, and a drum teacher who would teach me these lessons that I learn later on, but when I saw a Tama red Artstar kit, I found out that this drum kit was an 80s kit which was created by a guy named Hoshino Gakki the man who began manufacturing drums in 1961 under...

Read more]]> 37 Mon, 04 Aug 2025 07:39:51 +0000 https://www.drummerworld.com/forums/index.php?threads/tom-angles.43262/ 43262 invalid@example.com (bojangleman) bojangleman http://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/msg/880347783.html

nuff' said...

Alex]]> 1915 Mon, 04 Aug 2025 06:42:53 +0000 https://www.drummerworld.com/forums/index.php?threads/identify-this-ludwig-drum-set.191625/ 191625 invalid@example.com (sutheric) sutheric I recently inherited this old Ludwig five-piece drum set. It requires a wrench to adjust the hardware and bears some similarity to the Ludwig Butcher's Block drum sets of the 1970s. This narrows it down to the right ballpark, but I am having trouble finding an exact match online. The rack tom mount has a plastic handle instead of metal and different logo than the other drum sets from this series that I could find.


The bottom heads (presumably the ones they...

Read more]]> 45 Mon, 04 Aug 2025 01:34:08 +0000 https://www.drummerworld.com/forums/index.php?threads/sonor-sq2-maple-thin-vs-medium.191656/ 191656 invalid@example.com (Victor123) Victor123 Hey everyone,

I’m in the process of replacing my Mapex Saturn III, and I’m ordering a Sonor SQ2 kit. I need some advice on maple shell thickness—I’m currently torn between Thin and Medium shells. I also briefly considered Vintage thickness, but I’m not sure if there’s a strong reason to choose SQ2 over the ProLites if I go that route.

Here’s my situation:

• I’ve decided on the following sizes: 10×8, 12×9, 14×13, 16×15, 22×16 (or possibly 22×17)
• I’ll be using Coated Ambassadors on...

Read more]]> 1 Sat, 02 Aug 2025 17:45:44 +0000 https://www.drummerworld.com/forums/index.php?threads/what-can-i-do-with-this-tarnished-aluminium-shell.191492/ 191492 invalid@example.com (Duck Tape) Duck Tape I have just received this pearl sensitone elite aluminium shell snare that’s rusted and someone has removed all the hardware. The hardware looks even worse so I’m thinking about ordering some tube lugs and a new SR-17 strainer, or maybe seeing if I can paint this one black like they do with the Joey jordison snare. I suppose I could paint these lugs black too. Anyway.

I tried to clean the shell with a clothe but nothing was happening so I’m thinking it needs either some kind of cleaning...

Read more]]> 25 Fri, 01 Aug 2025 22:47:03 +0000 https://www.drummerworld.com/forums/index.php?threads/stain-mixing-for-color-matching.184615/ 184615 invalid@example.com (w) w I think Yamaha must still be mixing by hand for the Stage Customs.
Hard to believe they don't have some kind of computerized color mixing for exact matches.

I ordered a spare 12" Natural Wood tom. I really like the color of the tom on the right in the pic. The one that arrived is the one on the left.
I was hoping for the darker, more golden color, but the one I got is more yellowish.
The previous SC sets I had that were called Natural Wood, had a stain that almost looked like a plain...

Read more]]> 22 Fri, 01 Aug 2025 17:32:27 +0000 https://www.drummerworld.com/forums/index.php?threads/new-from-gretsch-renegade-and-energy-models.81945/ 81945 invalid@example.com (JohnnyG) JohnnyG New for 2011, the Gretsch Energy drum set package comes complete with hardware and Sabian SBR cymbals. The toms feature “quick” sizes, which provide punchy tones and allow for lower positioning to benefit younger drummers. Hardware is double braced and includes stylized Gretsch Energy pedal boards. The 30 degree bearing edges, 5 Lug configuration and Gretsch style lug draw from the rich Gretsch lineage. The Gretsch Energy series is perfect for the first time buyer and packed with...

Read more]]> 15 Fri, 01 Aug 2025 16:59:16 +0000 https://www.drummerworld.com/forums/index.php?threads/your-favorite-recorded-bass-drum.191440/ 191440 invalid@example.com (Living Dead Drummer) Living Dead Drummer Inspired by doggyd69b's "favorite recorded snare" thread. What are some of your favorite bass drum sounds?
I've gotta say Neil's sound from the Moving Pictures album is up there for me. Now I was never a real huge Rush fan. I've always appreciated their status and talent, but it wasn't until I was much older that I started to enjoy their music. That being said, I've always thought Neil had a fantastic kick sound. Great attack to cut through the sound, but still warm and with a full bottom...

Read more]]> 63 Thu, 31 Jul 2025 19:24:36 +0000 https://www.drummerworld.com/forums/index.php?threads/if-you-could-have-a-day-behind-anyone-elses-kit-past-or-present-what-kit-would-it-be.190128/ 190128 invalid@example.com (Road Bull) Road Bull Maybe the Lars signature kits got me thinking about this. I can guess what the top 4 or 5 selections might be across the board.

I would pick a variation of a theme. Mine would be Dale Crover's big blue Tama Artstar kit that he played live in the 1990's It's very Bonham inspired in its size. It was also a time when I believe he was still playing Zildjians.

I'd also get a kick our of sitting behind Lars' grey Justice kit, or Dave Lombardo's Season in the Abyss kit. Maybe I have a thing for...

Read more]]> 108 Thu, 31 Jul 2025 19:17:51 +0000 https://www.drummerworld.com/forums/index.php?threads/ludwig-acrolite-black-galaxy-6-5.129590/ 129590 invalid@example.com (oliverlowder) oliverlowder Hello people of drummerworld!

long time reader of the forum but only just taken the plunge and joined, so I apologise if I'm posting this in the wrong place..

Anyway, I've been looking for a 14x6.5 black Galaxy acrolite over here in the UK for a while and finally managed to order one from A dealer, only to receive a call shortly after celebrating to inform me they sold their last one and Ludwig have now discontinued them so I will have to be refunded :-(

whilst looking I realised that it...

Read more]]> 48 Thu, 31 Jul 2025 13:19:13 +0000 https://www.drummerworld.com/forums/index.php?threads/snare-wire-should-lay-flat-correct.191513/ 191513 invalid@example.com (AudioWonderland) AudioWonderland I noticed that the wires I just installed on a refurb project are not lying flat against the head where the wires connect to the plate. I am using straps to mount it. Just seems unusual. I would expect it to be flat]]> 12 Wed, 30 Jul 2025 23:04:42 +0000 https://www.drummerworld.com/forums/index.php?threads/yamaha-absolute-hybrid-maple-bearing-edge-question.191622/ 191622 invalid@example.com (Syncopated_1) Syncopated_1 Please help the visually challenged. When I look at the pic below, it appears to me that the bass drum bearing edge is sharper than the snare and tom edges. Yet supposedly it's less sharp. What am I not seeing here? I mean the angle, not the R1.5 edge (slight rounding).

]]> 9 Wed, 30 Jul 2025 15:24:30 +0000 https://www.drummerworld.com/forums/index.php?threads/about-bronze-snares.191565/ 191565 invalid@example.com (coffeedrummer) coffeedrummer Hey guys,

I've been diving deeper into cast metal snares lately — bell bronze, bell brass, cast bronze, cast brass... There’s just something magical about the sonic heft and presence these drums bring, especially when done right.

It got me wondering — among all the legendary cast metal snares out there, are the Zildjian anniversary snares (380th, and especially the 400th) the ultimate? I’ve never had the chance to play one myself, but from everything I’ve heard and read, they seem almost...

Read more]]> 53 Tue, 29 Jul 2025 16:57:17 +0000 https://www.drummerworld.com/forums/index.php?threads/the-ludwig-acrolite.30000/ 30000 invalid@example.com (ludwigvondrumcrazy) ludwigvondrumcrazy Since the Acrolite generates respect among those who have played them I thought I would give an overview of its “career” for those who may not be familiar with the venerable 404 (5 x 14) which is still readily available.

I won’t clutter up this thread with all of the descriptions throughout the years since they pretty much remained the same, but will show a number of images of the Snare so you can get a better feel for how they should look from the different...

Read more]]> 366 Tue, 29 Jul 2025 12:32:38 +0000 https://www.drummerworld.com/forums/index.php?threads/opinions-on-gretsch-snare.191610/ 191610 invalid@example.com (basset52) basset52
This snare was listed in the equivalent of Craigslist in my home city. Listed as a vintage 14 x5 1/2 Gretsch USA snare. I checked with a Gretsch group on line who advises its a reissue from around 2010/2011 and thats why there is no "USA" on the badge. The owner wants $500 AUD ( about $360USD ) I don't really need another snare but if its good quality and a good price , why not ? What do any of you think ? the Gretsch experts inc jda?]]> 13 Mon, 28 Jul 2025 20:23:45 +0000 https://www.drummerworld.com/forums/index.php?threads/yamaha-club-custom-owners.170886/ 170886 invalid@example.com (sumdrumguy) sumdrumguy ... please post your experience with these drums.

I own a number of Yamaha kits. I was aware of this series, but content and happy with what I have. No gear envy, etc.

This weekend, I got to hear, and play, a set of Club Customs. They were tuned wide open, coated heads top and bottom. Sounded very big, warm, and woody (30 deg bearing edges + Kapur = ). Add to that the beautiful finish (this one was a blue swirl), and solid Yamaha hardware.

I WANT!!!

The hunt has begun. In the...

Read more]]> 49 Mon, 28 Jul 2025 19:32:00 +0000 https://www.drummerworld.com/forums/index.php?threads/are-dw-drums-still-cool.135489/ 135489 invalid@example.com (dirtyclinic) dirtyclinic Hi, new member here.

I am a guitar player but I have had a set of drums for the past 20 years. I have never been great at the drums (because I never practiced much) but I can keep a beat and play some simpler stuff.

2 weeks ago I saw in the local classifieds a set of DW Collector's Series drums for a really good price, so I bought them. The set is a 6-piece including the snare. I joined the forum looking to get into drumming and for getting advice. I don't see a lot about DW drums on here...

Read more]]> 400 Sat, 26 Jul 2025 21:11:01 +0000 https://www.drummerworld.com/forums/index.php?threads/gretsch-polished-copper-14%E2%80%9D-x-6-5%E2%80%9D-thoughts.191615/ 191615 invalid@example.com (LittleLegs) LittleLegs I haven’t heard much about this drum as other brand’s copper shells seem to get more glory. Does anyone have experience with it? Just curious! Thanks.]]> 1 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 23:02:28 +0000 https://www.drummerworld.com/forums/index.php?threads/classic-maple-vs-maple-hybrid.191569/ 191569 invalid@example.com (Rolltide) Rolltide I would love to hear your thoughts on these rigs?]]> 14 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 10:05:53 +0000 https://www.drummerworld.com/forums/index.php?threads/drum-craft-gone.90231/ 90231 invalid@example.com (RobertM) RobertM Does anyone know what's going on with Drum Craft Drums? They had just launched a cool Tailor Store option to customize Series 8 kits, and Conn-Selmar was the North American distributor. Recently, I've heard rumors that Drum Craft may have folded or lost Conn-Selmar? But I've also heard that they are still available.

Is this a reliable drum company to invest in?]]> 20