this guy shares his knowledge and skills about drums. I just can't believe that people comment on dirty finger nails! wtf dirty finger nails are a sign of a working man. this guy goes out of his way to help other drummers and this is the thanks he gets? wtf is wrong with these people. is that all they noticed in this great video? I didn't want to say anything, but someone had to. keep up the great work man.
Yeah Erik99, I am agreeing 100%.... I just happened to bump into this channel today looking for a cheap pocket type kit I could get used, or a kit I could make out of a crappy used kit using it's16" floor tom for a kick and make a 12" or 13" snare out of one of it's rack toms that I could somehow attach to the homemade kick, slap a handle on it, throw a cheap throne, hat stand and a crash stand w 18" crash/ride into a bag so I don't tear my rotator cuff again schlepping my full kit around like I did 2 weeks ago, I have a feeling rdavidr is my guy, and this is definitely my go to from this point forward, subscribing and SMASHING the like button NOW! That lick at the end was "the business" too! I'll be back!
THIS! ALL of THIS!!! That kick drum sounds punchy with that pizza fabric, no muffling needed because the fabric muffles it perfectly to reduce bass drum overtones while letting the Attack and the Punch pound right through the mix. Outstanding!
There's no bell so I honestly don't think it would work. It wouldn't really sound trashy, it would sound like shit. Not even like the purposeful dirty, shit sound that trash stack cymbals have, just pure trash, probably not even worth pursuing but who knows maybe it sounds good
Probably my favorite video yet, and definitely my favorite drum you've built. Thank you for being so thorough in explaining your... "techniques" or at least talking through everything you do, even if it doesn't have a real good reason lol. Also, I bet that kick would sing a lot more if you let the beater bounce off of it, but that's just, like, my opinion man.
I gotta say, as a long time subscriber your video's quality grows exponentially David! Also, have you ever thought about making a video on your collection of vinyl? Maybe talk about a few of your favorite albums you own, or something along those lines? Just a thought!
Thanks for doing the searching man! Ironically I've seen it, and totally forgot about it. You're totally right though, I wanna see a more in-depth video lol
I appreciate all your hacks, projects and your humbleness. I have enjoyed everything, especially the electronic elevator music in the background of this video!
I've got a 22x8 bass drum myself. Here on out, anyone who asks me what it sounds like, I'm just going to point them to this video. Nice job on the mod. Thanks for taking us on the journey. -b
Dude you are the funniest and most informative drum-type guy I've ever seen. I've watched many of your videos and appreciate your honesty about the quality (or lack thereof) of what you're starting with. Just cracks me up. Keep 'em comin'...Thanks and blessings,Ed
The carpet actually gates the drum mechanically. Very clever way to not only get rid of sympathetic overtones, but add some real punch to the head sound.
Another great video David, I've seen it at least 5 times now. I was reading an article a couple days ago about wrapping drums with inexpensive wrap like this and it said that after you get done with the wrap you should hit the drum with about four coats of poly and it will give it the appearance of a high dollar wrap, as well as help keep the wrap from wrinkling when remounting the hardware or putting tension on the heads.
Great video and that drum really came out nice! The contact wrap actually looks quite good and could be made more durable with a coat of polyurethane. The quick response punchiness is a nice sound and the fluffy reso just adds to it. Are you planning on cutting the rest of that kit down and making a compact travel kit, or was this just a "one-off" kind of project. Especially enjoyed your playing and groove in this video. Well done sir.
Wow, you always try to tweak the littlest things in drums. You are good at playing and you are good at making thungs that I can't even thunk of even trying. I respect you and you inspire me to do the things just like you. I am a drummer myself and I respect you
Love all your videos! Watched them all and you inspired me to change my kit setup to a 4 piece, which I love so much more than my old 5 piece! Keep up the great work
Got it thank you.. @ 10:45 something flipped my lid so to speak.. looked easy enough but.. there must have been a loose wire in my head because it was tricky to get down and then get that feel you nailed.. Drumming is the only thing in my life that never got boring.. and the best part is that I have been a beginner for 56 years.. played with the best yes but it's the yearning to learn anew that keeps the heart beating.. Now don't get me going about the next licks on the vid.. very cool and thanks again.
Hey David! This video you made inspired me to do this to my crappy drum kit. Thank you for making the video. My drum kit now looks much better than before.
