| T O P I C R E V I E W |
| mike dolbear |
Posted - 24/03/2012 : 05:36:47
I am currently out in Frankfurt and news has been circulating about a big drummer switching from one major company which he has had a good relationship with for many years (it's not for me to add to gossip and name him) and it got me thinking after one of my MANY long deep conversations with my pal Jojo Mayer (I'm not name dropping but its important to the questions to show that drummers of this level are also concerned) and we wanted you guys to clear up a couple of issues.
1: How much does it effect what brand you buy by the drummer playing it?
2: Would you pay more just because one of your favorite drummers is playing?
3: Is there any particular drummers that got you playing a product?
I personally have been saying it for years but the whole endorsement thing has got out of control and is dragging down our wonderful industry. Dont forget the Beatles didn't have endorsements!
|
| 50 L A T E S T R E P L I E S (Newest First) |
| Dickster |
Posted - 04/04/2012 : 13:56:45
1: Not at all now. Drummers are far too fickle when it comes to this and I think so many chop and change it has lost it's effect.
2: No way.
3: Not really but I will say the demo from Michael Schack (I think) on the Roland SPD SX was the last link to me buying it. Oh, and I used to use Shatstix when Nicko did. |
| djohnson1974 |
Posted - 04/04/2012 : 12:42:34
quote:
Originally posted by premsthebiz
Good questions for sure, but since I'm a hobbyist and rank amateur in terms of playing level, I pay no attention whatsoever to what the pros are playing, since I feel no conection to them......I might admire them, but they quite simply occupy another universe to me and my drumming.
Like others, I'm influenced by reviews, but mostly what is said on this forum! It's a trusted source for me. I bought my Highwood on the back of recommendations on here. Buying my 400 and BB was also influenced by comments here, but also by the overall lineage that is reflected in vintage gear - and that is far more important to me than any specific drummer who may have played a certain brand or kit.
+1
Also I have no money whatsoever and can only play what I can afford to buy not having the luxury to have a selection of high end kit to choose from. |
| premsthebiz |
Posted - 04/04/2012 : 12:30:34
Good questions for sure, but since I'm a hobbyist and rank amateur in terms of playing level, I pay no attention whatsoever to what the pros are playing, since I feel no conection to them......I might admire them, but they quite simply occupy another universe to me and my drumming.
Like others, I'm influenced by reviews, but mostly what is said on this forum! It's a trusted source for me. I bought my Highwood on the back of recommendations on here. Buying my 400 and BB was also influenced by comments here, but also by the overall lineage that is reflected in vintage gear - and that is far more important to me than any specific drummer who may have played a certain brand or kit. |
| jamesminion |
Posted - 04/04/2012 : 12:07:54
1: How much does it effect what brand you buy by the drummer playing it?
Drums and hardware-not at all. I use mapex drums because they present me with what I think is the best specification for the money I can afford to spend. Hardware I use because I like each individual item- Lightweight yammy boom stands, heavyweight pearl snare and tom mount stands,great playing iron cobra pedals and hi hats.
Cymbals are different- I started to use paiste because alot of my favourite drummers (who get the sounds I like) use them, I got to realise that they made the kinds of sounds I have in my head.
2: Would you pay more just because one of your favorite drummers is playing?
No.
3: Is there any particular drummers that got you playing a product?
Drummers who got me playing paiste- Nicko Mc Brain, David Silveria, Dave Lombardo, Stuart Copeland, Millsy, late 70s era Roger Taylor, |
| NormanHouse |
Posted - 04/04/2012 : 12:04:30
quote:
Originally posted by mike dolbear
I am currently out in Frankfurt and news has been circulating about a big drummer switching from one major company which he has had a good relationship with for many years (it's not for me to add to gossip and name him) and it got me thinking after one of my MANY long deep conversations with my pal Jojo Mayer (I'm not name dropping but its important to the questions to show that drummers of this level are also concerned) and we wanted you guys to clear up a couple of issues.
1: How much does it effect what brand you buy by the drummer playing it?
2: Would you pay more just because one of your favorite drummers is playing?
3: Is there any particular drummers that got you playing a product?
I personally have been saying it for years but the whole endorsement thing has got out of control and is dragging down our wonderful industry. Dont forget the Beatles didn't have endorsements!
I thought Epstein did some deal with Vox?
They certainly had some class freebies from Rickenbacker, Ludwig and Fender.
Anyway to answer your questions:
Not at all.
No
No
|
| Bored at Work |
Posted - 04/04/2012 : 10:56:08
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10150780443823529&set=a.113102518528.116018.25815273528&type=1&theater |
| martydrums |
Posted - 29/03/2012 : 09:06:26
Respect to Vinnie for this. |
| Captain Bubble |
Posted - 29/03/2012 : 08:32:52
Interesting, well done Vinnie.
You have been quiet of late MM! All well?
|
| MustangMick |
Posted - 29/03/2012 : 06:58:58
Well someone looks to have the best decision of all......
http://www.drummagazine.com/news
Cheers
Mick |
| barrappboomching |
Posted - 26/03/2012 : 17:18:23
1: How much does it effect what brand you buy by the drummer playing it?
When I was younger, it definitely did affect the products I bought. I had no real idea of situations and sound. I just wanted to play the same equipment my favorite drummer used. I was blinkered with Yamaha and Zildjian mostly because of the Buddy Rich memorial concert.
Now I look more for sound due to the many situation I find myself in. I find that I have more variation with cymbal selection than drums. I still love and use Yamaha drums, tuning versatility really helps keep the kit relevant.
2: Would you pay more just because one of your favorite drummers is playing?
I enjoy listening to other drummers sound but I dont try to replicate it - it is their sound. If the equipment sound good to my ears then that is what I would buy if needed. I typically only buy what I can try in person.
3: Is there any particular drummers that got you playing a product?
Vinnie - see #1
Ryan |
| JKDrummerDude |
Posted - 26/03/2012 : 10:06:12
1) I like many drummers, what they play doesn't tend to affect me much. Not in terms of drum kits anyway. I'm slightly more susceptable when it comes to cymbals, but only if I'm trying to find a particular sound.
2) Absolutely not.
3) Lars Ulrich got me playing Ahead drumsticks. I thought they looked cool. Actually I still do...I still play with his signiature sticks, but that's because they work best for me. I have some Mike Portnoy Max Stax, but I found them second hand, and was looking at the Meinl ones. |
| dwpaddy |
Posted - 26/03/2012 : 07:46:08
quote:
Originally posted by mike dolbear
I am currently out in Frankfurt and news has been circulating about a big drummer switching from one major company which he has had a good relationship with for many years (it's not for me to add to gossip and name him) and it got me thinking after one of my MANY long deep conversations with my pal Jojo Mayer (I'm not name dropping but its important to the questions to show that drummers of this level are also concerned) and we wanted you guys to clear up a couple of issues.
1: How much does it effect what brand you buy by the drummer playing it?..........NONE WHATSOEVER.
2: Would you pay more just because one of your favorite drummers is playing?.......NOT ON YOUR NELLY.
3: Is there any particular drummers that got you playing a product?....BOUGHT A 2ND HAND PARAGON RIDE BECAUSE NEIL PEART ENDORSES THEM. GLAD I DID BUT WOULD NEVER HAVE BOUGHT IT NEW.
I personally have been saying it for years but the whole endorsement thing has got out of control and is dragging down our wonderful industry. Dont forget the Beatles didn't have endorsements!
|
| Johnny |
Posted - 25/03/2012 : 23:07:53
1. Not so much. When I bought my main kit (Yamaha 9000) I drew some reassurance from knowing many many top players have sounded great on them but that came later when "buyer's remorse" was nagging at me. At the time I bought it entirely because I liked how it sounded, how it looked and that I could afford it. At that point I doubt I could have named anyone famous who played one. That knowledge all came later.
2. The whole endorsement thing mildly annoys me, to be honest. If I see someone playing a kit they have bought themselves then and only then do I believe they actually love it. I'm afraid too many "brand whores" moving from endorsement to endorsement and signature range to signature range have made me enormously cynical about the whole thing. All of that advertising expense has to be met somewhere and it is the paying customer who bears the brunt.
3. Actually, yes. Unfortunately it is almost all vintage gear I have been turned onto however. |
| Allegro |
Posted - 25/03/2012 : 22:39:26
1: How much does it effect what brand you buy by the drummer playing it?
It has brought a brand to my attention, that is not stocked by local music stores. I usually don't end up purchases these brands though, because I have found that a limited number of suppliers for a product pushes the purchase price up.
2: Would you pay more just because one of your favorite drummers is playing?
No
3: Is there any particular drummers that got you playing a product?
The only products that this has happened for me, is drum sticks.
|
| G Lo |
Posted - 25/03/2012 : 21:59:46
1: How much does it effect what brand you buy by the drummer playing it?
Not at all - many of my favourite drummers play brands I'm not keen on
only realised recently that almost all of my favourite drummers use Paiste and I was a huge Zildjian fan - only just now changing to Paiste cos I fancy a change. TBH someone I trust/admire using something may get my to try it but not buy - my ears choose what I use (an example of this is trying a Heavy K ride because I liked Phil Gould's ride sound - my ears liked so I bought)
The opinions of this forum have as much impact though as the usage of famous drummers
2: Would you pay more just because one of your favorite drummers is playing?
Never
3: Is there any particular drummers that got you playing a product?
See above re Phil Gould ride sound but at the same time I have hit things that 'heroes' use and hated them |
| OriginalAnimal |
Posted - 25/03/2012 : 21:33:56
quote:
Originally posted by mike dolbear
1: How much does it effect what brand you buy by the drummer playing it?
Not at all, I buy what my ears like
2: Would you pay more just because one of your favorite drummers is playing?
No
3: Is there any particular drummers that got you playing a product?
Only Wendy B
OK, No I play a 60s Premier acoustic because of it's sound, though I loved Keith Moon, i was more influenced by it being a local company, but my main gigging kit is Jobeky, my cymbals are Matt Nolan & stool is a Silverstone and sticks are Los Cabos all bought for quality!
Many endorsements are not what they seem, Yes they do bring the industry down, but let us not forget that at top level, the sounds generated by these drummers are moe often than not generated by the likes o our very own Yard and other fine drum techs
I just wish I could afford one
|
| MustangMick |
Posted - 25/03/2012 : 21:23:27
quote:
Originally posted by gaz farrimond
quote:
Originally posted by mike dolbear
I am currently out in Frankfurt and news has been circulating about a big drummer switching from one major company which he has had a good relationship with for many years (it's not for me to add to gossip and name him)
If this is who I am hearing reports of, and who he's moving to, it is a BIG surprise.
Definitely a surprise with both of his moves
Mick
|
| gaz farrimond |
Posted - 25/03/2012 : 20:49:47
quote:
Originally posted by mike dolbear
I am currently out in Frankfurt and news has been circulating about a big drummer switching from one major company which he has had a good relationship with for many years (it's not for me to add to gossip and name him)
If this is who I am hearing reports of, and who he's moving to, it is a BIG surprise.
|
| Rhythm and Blooze |
Posted - 25/03/2012 : 20:42:46
1: How much does it effect what brand you buy by the drummer playing it?
Not at all, just because it is suitable for one person doesn't make it good for me. It doesn't matter who that is, a local pub drummer or a top of the line pro, I am the most important person in the equation.
2: Would you pay more just because one of your favorite drummers is playing?
No, I'd probably be deterred because a top drummer using a product only adds extra to the retail price. The drummer has the stuff free, there is an Artist relations team, which costs money and also the drummer is paid to use the product. Everything that costs the manufacturer or distributor adds cost to the list price.
3: Is Are there any particular drummers that got you playing a product?
No. I always lusted after Premier because they were big in the late 70's and early 80's when I started playing but I think it was mostly the dream of being like Clem Burke et al on a big stage in a top band on a poster on the front of a drummer comic. They just happened to be behind a Premier kit so I picked up the wrong message.
Hope that helps Mike
Rick |
| Badman_batman |
Posted - 25/03/2012 : 20:07:45
quote:
Originally posted by mike dolbear
I am currently out in Frankfurt and news has been circulating about a big drummer switching from one major company which he has had a good relationship with for many years (it's not for me to add to gossip and name him) and it got me thinking after one of my MANY long deep conversations with my pal Jojo Mayer (I'm not name dropping but its important to the questions to show that drummers of this level are also concerned) and we wanted you guys to clear up a couple of issues.
1: How much does it effect what brand you buy by the drummer playing it?
2: Would you pay more just because one of your favorite drummers is playing?
3: Is there any particular drummers that got you playing a product?
I personally have been saying it for years but the whole endorsement thing has got out of control and is dragging down our wonderful industry. Dont forget the Beatles didn't have endorsements!
Hi mike
1. I tend to buy as i feel, if i like the feel or sound of something i buy it. I NEVER buy because someone endorses it as its basically there job to sell it.
2. I pay more if the brand is good and build quality is good, not generally because my favourite drummer said its good
3. Not to date but this may change with experience |
| Sabian63 |
Posted - 25/03/2012 : 19:25:41
1: How much does it effect what brand you buy by the drummer playing it?
Not a lot - but when I was 10 I had a Premier poster with John Keeble on it. So my first kit was a Premier Olympic and then I graduated to an XPK. Now it's about relationship - Dave Nuttall is a friend so I play Jalapeno - plus they're very nice sounding!
2: Would you pay more just because one of your favorite drummers is playing?
No
3: Is there any particular drummers that got you playing a product?
Terl Bryant - Jalapeno - mates reccomending gear! More influenced by set-up than branding i.e. sizes, positioning etc.
|
| Rosco |
Posted - 25/03/2012 : 18:36:15
i think endorsement works when it is a relatively obscure/unknown or new brand. If they get a reasonable top line drummer on side it raises their profile. I think it's pretty pointless for the Tamas/Yamahas/Zildjian K's etc etc of this world. |
| Rosco |
Posted - 25/03/2012 : 18:27:10
i think endorsement works when it is a relatively obscure/unknown or new brand. If they get a reasonable top line drummer on side it raises their profile. I think it's pretty pointless for the Tamas/Yamahas/Zildjian K's etc etc of this world. |
| Tex |
Posted - 25/03/2012 : 17:11:00
I'm more influenced by reviews rather than a paid rep. drummer who would probably make cardboard drums sound good anyway. What the companies do is trade on insecurity, peer pressure and logo frenzy to sell their kit.
I'm confident enough to not need to be told what to buy.
At present I'm endorsing....... me. |
| andywilson |
Posted - 25/03/2012 : 15:19:50
1: How much does it effect what brand you buy by the drummer playing it? Alot: When returning to drumming I bought a brick of Harvey Mason sticks to understand his benchmark.
2: Would you pay more just because one of your favorite drummers is playing? Not if I can see that the only reason that the price is higher is because the drummer's name is on it.
3: Is there any particular drummers that got you playing a product?Yes: Jojo's fierce ride has such a distinctive sound that it's a reference point for that style of music. |
| mike dolbear |
Posted - 25/03/2012 : 10:56:37
this is great info boys and girls keep it coming you never know who reads this forum  and your views could count |
| clarky_182 |
Posted - 25/03/2012 : 10:17:56
1) not at all
2) no, seems a bit pointless.
3) no one drummer in particular. Listened to a lot of pop-punk when I was younger, about 8-10 years ago, so always got drawn towards Orange county as they were the fad of the time. Never had te cash to buy more than a snare from them though. Wouldn't really let any players influence my purchases these days. |
| x408 |
Posted - 25/03/2012 : 09:43:37
1: How much does it effect what brand you buy by the drummer playing it?
2: Would you pay more just because one of your favorite drummers is playing?
3: Is there any particular drummers that got you playing a product?
1. I bought my first Ludwig because my drum tutor had one and I loved playing it, however I'm hoping to get another set this year and I've been checking out my drum idols for inspiration.
2. Yes. My fave drummer is Joey Jordison, but I really don't want a Pearl kit so I've checked out a couple of others like Mike Portney and The Rev and I saw them on Tama kits so I'm leaning towards that now.
3. Hopefully by Christmas the answer to this will be Yes!
It's a bit of a mixture because there are so many products available it can be overwhelming when you start out and I get parents asking me all the time what kits to buy for their kids as they have no clue. Compared to some of the lovely Dolberians here, I probably don't know much either, but you just do the best with the info you have. On some matters like shell packs, I am happy to be influenced by others such as my drum idols but I've always wanted a certain vintage snare drum which is not very fashionable as far as I know and never wavered from that.
...Never got it either, but you can't have everything!  |
| Captain Bubble |
Posted - 25/03/2012 : 09:28:40
I think that younger drummers are strongly influenced by "who plays what" even if they tend to deny it. I have known many who ended up with the same brand as their hero. As you get older and more experienced you start to realise that the differences between brands is much less, and more a matter of personal taste rather than one being "better" than another. Hardware does play a fair part in choice, if one brand has designs that particularly suit you then you will likely favour that one. I have heard SO many great drummers playing and making SO many great sounds on so many different makes of drum, cymbal, and head that I now know for sure that the musician is more important than the brand of the instrument. |
| Chris5604 |
Posted - 25/03/2012 : 07:28:56
1. Very rarely and only because i like the sound or the innovation if it makes set up easier.
2. No
3. The only one i can think of is Adam Deitch with the Tama Starclassic Bubinga as i would like one, and definitley with the Aluminium Starphonic.
However i have turned to making my own snares and am considering building a nesting kit but only if i join a band and start doing gigs again. |
| MGM |
Posted - 25/03/2012 : 02:01:31
1. I think that, as a young player, I was influenced to some degree to look at products endorsed by certain players, but far more of an influence were specific local drummers that I knew personally. My main kit for the last 25 years or so has been a Tama, and this was less to do with Neil Peart (my favourite drummer at the time) playing them, than it was due to the drummer in my brother's band playing Tama back then, so I got to muck about on his kit and thought they sounded pretty decent.
2. No.
3. No.
And nowadays, much like Moose, heavy advertising, especially featuring "big name" players, tends to actively dissuade me from purchasing a product ... I really dislike feeling that I'm being manipulated into becoming interested in something that I otherwise would never have given a second thought to. |
| thedrumcrew |
Posted - 24/03/2012 : 19:09:00
For me 1no 2no 3no
But Jordan
1 Travis Barker
2 OMG yes Orange County
3 In the end it was Craig Blundell as he got a Mapex because of him
|
| drumting |
Posted - 24/03/2012 : 18:56:54
quote:
Originally posted by mike dolbear
I am currently out in Frankfurt and news has been circulating about a big drummer switching from one major company which he has had a good relationship with for many years (it's not for me to add to gossip and name him) and it got me thinking after one of my MANY long deep conversations with my pal Jojo Mayer (I'm not name dropping but its important to the questions to show that drummers of this level are also concerned) and we wanted you guys to clear up a couple of issues.
1: How much does it effect what brand you buy by the drummer playing it?
Less & less as I get older.
2: Would you pay more just because one of your favorite drummers is playing?
No!
3: Is there any particular drummers that got you playing a product?
Yep, my first proper kit was a Pearl, being a huge Steve White/Style Council fan.
I personally have been saying it for years but the whole endorsement thing has got out of control and is dragging down our wonderful industry. Dont forget the Beatles didn't have endorsements!
|
| Sly |
Posted - 24/03/2012 : 18:11:23
1. When I was younger maybe it made me want a particular kit or whatever, but not now. And I could never afford any of the stuff my fave drummers played.
2. Would not pay more just because a drummer I liked was playing that gear.
3. Most of the gear I have got recently is as a direct result of watching discussions on this forum. When I hear about a particular brand I'll go and investigate it, and if I like I'll buy. |
| Spen |
Posted - 24/03/2012 : 17:10:26
1. I think maybe a little bit, only in the sense that a particluar drummer plays 'X' and you like that sound. I know there's loads of other things that can effect the sound you hear but I guess it's a good starting point.
2. No, drum gear is very expensive anyway so why pay more.
3. Yes and no. None of my favourite drummers play a Mapex Saturn, I just thought it sounded great. But I replaced all my Zildjians with Sabian after I started listening to a lot of Mike Portnoy. I guess that is slightly linked to answer 1, I liked the sound of his cymbals so I thought I'd get me some. |
| ian-40 |
Posted - 24/03/2012 : 16:55:10
my Fave Drummers have no influence on what i buy whatsoever. if they did, i wouldnt be gigging a Mapex |
| luke3030 |
Posted - 24/03/2012 : 15:36:51
quote:
Originally posted by mike dolbear
I am currently out in Frankfurt and news has been circulating about a big drummer switching from one major company which he has had a good relationship with for many years (it's not for me to add to gossip and name him) and it got me thinking after one of my MANY long deep conversations with my pal Jojo Mayer (I'm not name dropping but its important to the questions to show that drummers of this level are also concerned) and we wanted you guys to clear up a couple of issues.
1: How much does it effect what brand you buy by the drummer playing it?
2: Would you pay more just because one of your favorite drummers is playing?
3: Is there any particular drummers that got you playing a product?
I personally have been saying it for years but the whole endorsement thing has got out of control and is dragging down our wonderful industry. Dont forget the Beatles didn't have endorsements!
1) Im a big Whitey fan, so bought an emerald green Pearl Masters, followed a red moon sparkle Prem, so yes it does.
2) Possibly
3) See point 1, although I tend to play Mapex, Gretsch & Highwood now. |
| Davidrummer |
Posted - 24/03/2012 : 15:00:47
1: How much does it effect what brand you buy by the drummer playing it?
It should not effect your playing nor sound. If you like the sound your drums make, why should it bother you what make the drums are?!
2: Would you pay more just because one of your favorite drummers is playing?
Your favourite drummer has got his/her own style and sound which they like, if you like the sound from that company more than any other then why not get the same make, but find your own sound and company that you like and trust.
3: Is there any particular drummers that got you playing a product?
Artists can only tell you what they think about that company, they cant tell you what company to go with.
|
| Bazarre |
Posted - 24/03/2012 : 12:42:35
quote:
Originally posted by WendyB
For my two pennorth
1 - No
2 - No
3 - No
I chose my kit because I liked the sound, the colour (yes, I'm shallow), and the feel, and often the good reviews from other people who had spent their hard earned money on it, not someone who was given it for nothing. If anything, major endorsements put me off kit rather than attracting me, but I like to be individual.
No, you're not! I hate plain black or white kits because they never sound as good as sparkly ones |
| WendyB |
Posted - 24/03/2012 : 12:22:45
For my two pennorth
1 - No
2 - No
3 - No
I chose my kit because I liked the sound, the colour (yes, I'm shallow), and the feel, and often the good reviews from other people who had spent their hard earned money on it, not someone who was given it for nothing. If anything, major endorsements put me off kit rather than attracting me, but I like to be individual. |
| Spart |
Posted - 24/03/2012 : 12:11:13
Good Morning,
1) Many, many moons ago I swapped a Premier Projector set I was out with for a Gretsch RB that the supporting drummer had. That was definitely due to the sound he got out of it. I believe I got the better end of the deal. He wasn't famous, still isn't, but no money changed hands, I stlll have the RBs. Don't know if that counts.
2) Nope
3) Seb Rochford got me into Bosphorus cymbals without a doubt. Played a couple of supports to him about eight years ago and was blown away, though in retrospect that was probably a combination of effects. Other than that... Nope.
Spart |
| johncc |
Posted - 24/03/2012 : 11:21:15
1. Not that I've ever noticed.
2. Nope.
3. See 2. |
| scoobydude |
Posted - 24/03/2012 : 11:11:40
1. Not consiously. I don't think I've ever gone looking for a particular brand at all. I might be more aware of a brand because it's been advertised, which might then mean I'll give it a look whne I'm looking at buying a kit for example, but I'd be looking at many other brands too.
2. Certainly not, frankly I don't care who plays what, I'll not pay more than I ned to for anything.
3. Only in as far as I like the sound of a particular drum or cymbal that someone is using, rather than liking the person playing it. |
| Sharklaar |
Posted - 24/03/2012 : 11:03:02
1) Since I started playing I lusted after Tama gear because as a kid I was a massive Metallica fan. My last two kits have been Tama
2) I am aware I could have perhaps got a higher quality kit second hand or even new for less money. But I Got a Tama kit anyway because it was kinda ingrained.
3) Lars... |
| Dan Bear Taylor |
Posted - 24/03/2012 : 10:41:00
1. Not now, but maybe 20 years ago.
2. No way, the only thing that should effect the price is the quality of the kit.
3. I initially started playing Zildjian cymbals because of Mark Brzezicki and Manu Katche. |
| Bazarre |
Posted - 24/03/2012 : 10:33:02
1) No and never has
2) Absolutely not
3) Nope
I buy what suits my taste in sound and looks and budget. Simples. |
| swampy |
Posted - 24/03/2012 : 10:21:56
1: How much does it effect what brand you buy by the drummer playing it?
Not anymore, it used to when I was younger
2: Would you pay more just because one of your favorite drummers is playing?
No, I rarely buy new anyway. I like to look for bargains
3: Is there any particular drummers that got you playing a product?
Zildjian Earth ride when I was a nipper because Rob Heaton (New Model Army) played one |
| jackanakanory |
Posted - 24/03/2012 : 10:21:43
1 - I'd say there was definitely some influence when I first started playing, but not any more. A lot of my opinions regarding drums/cymbals/hardware are heavy influenced by this forum tbh. I probably wouldn't have considered Paiste cymabals if it weren't for the frequent praise made on MD (2002 18" medium, julian, Milsys massive paiste arsenal...). I also treasure the opinion of my drum teacher when it comes to purchasing gear.
2 - Probably not. Signature gear might come with a unique selling feature that I'd be interested in, but I wouldn't be too bothered about the drummer endorsing it. That said, I do use a chad smith sig snare, but only because it was the cheaper one on offer in the store.
3 - I have a Pearl export. My drum teacher plays pearl. Seeing pearl on the tv a lot is also an influence. But again, that was when I was still in my early days of drumming. |
| Brody |
Posted - 24/03/2012 : 10:21:04
1: How much does it effect what brand you buy by the drummer playing it?
Very little
2: Would you pay more just because one of your favorite drummers is playing?
No
3: Is there any particular drummers that got you playing a product?
No, when it comes to names. However, seeing late Warrior Soul drummer Mark Evans playing a beat-up old vintage kit got me thinking quite early on, when I was quite young and impressionable, that it isn't really about sparkly kits and the latest brand names. I think my interest in vintage gear was helped along there, along with the fact that most second-hand stuff I picked up was old! |
| jimfisher |
Posted - 24/03/2012 : 10:19:45
quote:
Originally posted by mike dolbear
1: How much does it effect what brand you buy by the drummer playing it?
No effect at all - I play Sonor, my fave drummers are Collins, Copeland & Bruford.
2: Would you pay more just because one of your favorite drummers is playing?
No.
3: Are there any particular drummers that got you playing a product?
Years ago when I started out yes, more recently no.
In short I agree with your view Mike.
J.
|
All Forums
Need your help - what drummers play
