Mike & Eddy Order New Kits!

DRUM with Mike & Eddy

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In this episode, we discuss our gear preferences and go shopping for new drum kits, but here's the catch. Eddy is doing it on the Gretsch website, and I am doing it on the Ludwig site! We also talk about the importance of practicing and the benefits of accountability.
Takeaways
Choosing the right gear is essential for drummers to achieve their desired sound and performance.
Practicing regularly and having accountability can greatly improve drumming skills.
Ludwig and Gretsch offer a wide range of drum kits and snare drums to suit different preferences and playing styles.
Personal preferences, such as sound, size, and finish, play a significant role in selecting the right drum kit and snare drum. Gretsch drums have a unique feature called portholes, which allow the drum key to be stored inside the shell.
When choosing a drum set, consider the sound and feel of the toms, as well as the overall aesthetic.
Different bearing edges and shell materials can greatly impact the sound and versatility of a drum kit.
DW hardware is DOPE!
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Gear Discussion
10:38 The Practice Project
17:26 Choosing a Drum Kit - Ludwig
20:33 Choosing a Drum Kit - Gretsch
24:26 Choosing a Snare Drum - Ludwig
28:17 Choosing a Snare Drum - Gretsch
32:33 Gretsch Drums and Portholes
33:15 Black Copper Drum
33:58 Ludwig Legacy Maple Drum Set
34:56 Snare Drum Selection
35:28 Choosing Drum Kits
36:08 Bearing Edges and Shell Materials
38:12 Different Drum Sounds
38:52 Versatility of Maple Shells
39:29 DW Hardware
40:45 Recording the Drum Set
41:46 Social Media and Drumming
42:15 The Future of Bands
43:37 The Direction of Social Media
45:19 Balancing Shows and Online Content
46:21 Playing Shows and Filming Performances
47:00 Supporting the Podcast
47:32 Flexibility and Drumming
47:48 Signing Off
48:16 British Pronunciation
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