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I have a small bucket list of obscure cymbals that I’ve been after for years and today I got to check one off. I’ve loved my Paiste Signature Crystal square-bell crashes for years and I’ve always wanted to find a set of the Crystal hats. I just missed a set on Hazelshould a few years back and...

Last night I was pulling out a bunch pf Paistes, trying out some different setups for some interesting upcoming gigs. It got me thinking, in the past, Paiste were THE innovators. Flats, square bell crashes, novo chinas, rudes, sound edge hats, B15 metal, B8 metal for pro cymbals, etc...

So, what happened to the list of drummers on the Drummerworld.com site? I used that resource all the time, it seems to be gone. All searches from Google for drummers that return Drummerworld pages just redirect to a very basic generic front page. It has a search box, but returns no search...

I primarily consider myself a drummer but also can hack some keys and guitar if needed. I musical direct, write all the arrangements, hire and rehearse the band for a ballet company. First show of the year this weekend. I’m on keys for this show out of necessity. Due to time constraints, the...

Did an orchestra sub gig tonight which seems like it will turn into around 3 shows/year with them. This was kinda last minute so I didn’t have much time to rehearse and try out different cymbals. I’ve only played with an orchestra once before many years ago. I used my Paiste 15” Big Beat...

What fluffy beaters do people like these days? I’ve been using the Ludwig L1285 for years. Love the feel of them, but they are expensive and don’t last so I go through a lot of them. Don’t say Vater Bomber, that is not it.

Are you enrolled in the Paiste Signature ride program? Have you collected all 13 rides yet? I admit I am a little behind. Only 4 so far. The others I am after are the Bright, the Dark Dry, and the Heavy Bell. Let’s see your roster!

Wife and I in NYC for one night in a few weeks. First time in town for both of us, celebrating our anniversary. Where’s the good jazz on a Tuesday night? Bonus points with her for a killer horn player (she blows a mean trumpet, have to hype her up!). She loves trad, I’m more of a fusion guy...

I don’t play a lot of traditional jazz, I’m much more of a fusion guy but when I do occasionally get a call for a trad gig, I’ve always just used my Ks by default because that’s what you’re supposed to use, right? A few years ago I switched from Z to Paiste for my main gig, which I have been...

Like many, I have never quite found my stick since the demise of Regal Tip. I’ve mostly been using Vic Firth Steve Jordan or their 7A Freestyle. Recently I got on a kick of ordering sticks from a few other brands just to see what else is out there. My preference is a stick that is around...

Due to multiple UCL surgeries 25+ years ago, I have somewhat specific stick requirements. I can't extend my arms fully, so I need something a bit longer than standard, around 16.5 inches works well. I also like something that is fairly lightweight with a small tip. Around 0.53" to 0.55" is a...

I’ve had this Premier kit since the early 2000s. I bought it used as a house kit for a venue I used to own. Sizes are 8x10, 10x12, 12x14, 16x20. There is no indication of a series anywhere. The shell interiors are black. The drums have a “Recording Custom” birch sorta sound. I have used them on...