Sound Percussion Hickory Drumsticks - Pair Nylon 5A Review

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(More customer reviews)I got a Sound Percussion drum set for Christmas (2006) and a pair of these drumsticks came with it and THEY ROCK! I have been using the same pair for over a year and they have not "died" yet! These sticks ROCK!

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Vater Percussion 1A Drumsticks, Wood Tip Review

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(More customer reviews)Sam Ash for the longest time has been a music retailer with an impeccable reputation for offering merchandise at unbeatable prices, accompanied by outstanding customer service. Any musician would be wise to patronize Sam Ash for all their music equipment needs!!! I value my relationship with Sam Ash and look forward to many more years of doing business with them. Thanks Sam Ash!!!

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Vater Percussion Hammer Review

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(More customer reviews)I wasn't expecting much from these sticks... I mean, c'mon, no tip? How good could it sound? Well, the answer is AMAZING! Granted, it's not as precise a sound on a ride cymbal, but it's a huge sound, especially on my Ping ride.
Yes, these sticks are loud, compared to tipped sticks, and the tone you get is much more concentrated in the fundamental pitch, rather than the overtones (that can be a good thing, or a bad thing, depending on what you're looking for). I've found, however, that I have to work a lot less at playing at higher volumes - I can lighten up on my technique and still get a full tone and plenty of volume to cut through an amplified band.
The feel is something different, as well. Since there's no taper in the shoulder, the balance point is at exactly the midpoint of the stick. I had some trouble with double strokes and rolls at first, until I learned to choke up a bit more. What's nice is that I can dramatically change the feel (and tone/volume) just by changing my grip location; choke up for lighter and more precise work, slide back to really lay into it. I found the difference to be much more than with any tipped sticks I've tried.
One other note: I don't these sticks will ever break. I play pretty roughly in one band, and there are nicks galore in the last quarter of the stick, but since there's no taper, there's no weak point! If you want economy, these will redefine it for you.
These are definitely rock sticks, or for any high engergy/high volume music. One of the bands I play in covers a lot of stylistic ground, and I've found while I *can* use the Hammers for anything, some styles (especially more jazz/funk oriented) do come out better with a lighter, tipped stick. I've got to say though, right now the Vater Hammer is my absolute favorite stick!!

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Vater Percussion Color Wrap 5A Drumsticks, Black Optic, Wood Tip Review

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(More customer reviews)These replaced my Rock Band drumsticks that succumbed to an overenthusiastic rendition of 'White Wedding'. I was concerned about their compatibility, as they do not have the Rock Band logo on them, but they work fine. On a plus note, they are painted with some reflective, multi-color paint, that sparkles nicely. Quite fabulous.

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Vater Percussion Power 5B Nylon Tip Review

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(More customer reviews)I was expecting 4 sets of drum sticks according to the pictures. If I had known it was only one set of sticks, I would have opted for one of the cheaper multi sets. just a warning to all interested.

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Carbosticks, Carbon Fiber Drumsticks, 7ACTR, Light Weight, Red, Jazz & Pop Review

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(More customer reviews)I ignored a couple of earlier reviews because every drummer is different and treat their sticks differently. I have had my sticks for 2 weeks and the tip broke right off. Trust me, I am not an abusive drummer and the tip broke right off as it was dancing on my Ride Bell. The sound was excellent as I gave them at least two stars, but every drummer looks for a strong stick. That is all.

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Rhythm Tech RT 7350 ProTorq Drum Key Review

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(More customer reviews)I purchased this key on a whim. When it arrived the instructions were not clear, but I sat the dial to #2, loosened all of the lugs on my floor tom and went around my lugs using opposing lug patterns, and tested the first cut of tuning. Too loose and deep, so I increased the setting to #3 and repeated. Almost the sound I wanted, so I used a regular key and went an eighth turn using the same pattern. Perfect. I then started on the next largest tom, working back to the smallest. Using the #3 setting plus an eighth turn I got my toms 1/2 octave apart.
Next I worked on my snare drum, starting with the snare side, then the batter side. I used #4 on the batter side and #5 on the snare side, and managed to get the crisp, yet warm, sound I wanted. The bass drum came next - I set the batter side tension 1 notch below the resonant side and achieve a great tuning. From there I went back and set the resonant sides of each of my four toms one notch higher than the batter side and marveled at the perfect tuning I attained.
This is an easy device to use - with the lever facing you move it to the left, loosen all of your lugs, then tighten each starting with one or two. When the lever clicks and moves to the right position you have reached the torque setting. Test, increase a notch if necessary, and repeat until you get the sound you want. Set the resonant heads either one notch higher or lower to make sure the batter and resonant heads do not cancel each other (and to your desired sound), and you will have a perfectly tuned set.
I'll never go back to tuning by ear! You'll be amazed by the results if you tune with this key, and don't forget to write down your optimum settings.

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Vic Firth American Classic? 3A Review

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(More customer reviews)Look, I'm not going to actually review these sticks because if you're going to buy drum sticks, you should already know how they feel.. If you've never tried these sticks before I would recommend going to a store and trying a few pairs out to make sure you like them... That being said, the sticks arrived when they were supposed to from the seller, and in perfect usable condition. Again, I already knew that I loved these sticks because I had played with them before, I was simply buying them online for the savings...

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HQ Percussion Products SoundOff SO-16 Practice Pad Review

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(More customer reviews)I can't express how happy i have been with the SoundOff mutes. They deaden the noise soooooo much. My neighbors in the apartment complex were hating me for a few weeks until i got the full set.

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Vic Firth American Classic? 5BN -- nylon tip Review

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(More customer reviews)I really only play Rock Band and GH, but I love to drum. I have the Ion drums with modifications. I have only used a few sticks, but not just the ones that come with the games. I love these sticks. They are by far my prefered set out of about 6 different sets I have so far. They feel nice. They are heavier and bigger around than the ones from the games, which for me is good because I have gained a little control. I don't hit as hard now because the sticks feel substantial enough to get a good trigger. This means I can use a softer touch and this has made me more accurate. I am an adult with average adult male hands. These may not be the right sticks for your kids who also play the games.

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Carbosticks, Carbon Fiber Drumsticks, 5ACTLW, Large Tip, Medium Weight, White, Rock Review

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(More customer reviews)This was a replacement for a pair of Carbostix I have had for a number of years. One of mine finally broke and I wanted another set. I use these sticks on a set of Roland TD-6's and they are the only thing that seem to hold up on the rubber pads. They feel and look great and hold up really well in all playing situations.

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Vic Firth Nova 5A Drum Stick Brick (Nylon Tip, 12 Pair) Review

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(More customer reviews)Twelve pairs of this Nova drumsticks lasted to me the same of one pair of regular Vic Firth 5AN. They broke easily in ways you could never imagine like in 10 seconds of playing a simple rock groove they cracked cleanly about 1 inch from the tip with no reason. I think there is no quality control at all for these things (because definitly they aren't drumsticks). Believe me, never buy Nova sticks (unless you want them to set a fire). I am a guy who read profoundly every opinion people leave in the products I'm interested to in amazon and is really useful for my pre-buying selection process. When I bought this 12-pack there was no customer reviews so I decided to take my risks and buy, it appears to be such a bargain but it was not. I will try to take some pics of the sawdust this sticks turn to to provide you with a forceful reason to not buy them.

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Zildjian 5BND 5b Nylon Dip Drumsticks Review

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(More customer reviews)Lately, I've been dropping my sticks too often, so I picked up some of these. Didn't drop my sticks once, and they felt great.
However, I agree with the other reviewer that they're almost too grippy. I thought I had some pretty decent drum callouses going, but these sticks tore right through them. Maybe if you play every day and you've got leathery hands, it won't bother you.

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Sabian Ride Cymbal Mute Review

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(More customer reviews)It does exactly what it says it will: it mutes the cymbal, and it mutes it completely. Apply it to the bottom of the cymbal so the playing surface isn't affected. This is what you want if you're looking to practice by yourself in an apartment or any other place where noise is an issue. If you're looking to reduce the noise level but keep the sound then go for the Sabian Sound Shapers.

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Vic Firth American Custom? Timpani -- General Review

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(More customer reviews)We have a full size timpani, non playing, which serves as a conversation piece in the middle of our living room. The timpani sticks were a perfect addition.

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Zildjian 5AWB 5a Wood Black Drumsticks Review

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(More customer reviews)I got these and they broke the same day they look very good and shipping was alright but the tone and quality produced by these were not the greatest and they chip very easily.

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Vic Firth prepack w/ 10, 12, 14(2), 20, hi-hat and cymbal (2) Review

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(More customer reviews)Great product. Only downside is size. Bought these for a junior set. Had to cut to fit. Easily done with compass and blade.

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