Corps drums? [Archive] - Pearl Drummers Forum

Mr. Intensity

06-06-2009, 03:15 PM

The Colts have a video up on the DCI FanNetwork that shows them opening up their new drums, a grey sparkle color with chrome hardware, very nice.

Carolina Crown has green bass drum heads, but I'm not sure what the drums are actually gonna look like.

Phantom's drums are a deep blue marble color, the same color as the Blue Stars drums, with chrome hardware- they look SICK!

EDIT:

Blue Devils drums are an old school white marine pearl color with chrome hardware/logo. They look very, very nice.

As far as anyone else, I know nothing. I'll be going down to San Antonio to see Crossmen rehearsing, I've got some friends marching there, I heard their drums look sick, so we'll see.

ChiaPet

06-06-2009, 06:21 PM

Mr. Intensity

06-06-2009, 06:23 PM

Can we at least get some pictures.

You tease. Too Much.

Haha, yeah, give me a minute and I'll get them up here. Well, links to them anyways, if I can't find a photo.

Mr. Intensity

06-06-2009, 06:32 PM

Blue Devils-
http://img3.imageshack.us/img3/7139/bdfinish.jpg

Phantom Regiment-
http://photos-c.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v4459/17/52/26900688667/n26900688667_1967362_4821852.jpg

Carolina Crown's Green heads-
http://photos-g.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs031.snc1/4304_89096039733_501429733_1759598_2606721_n.jpg

ChiaPet

06-06-2009, 06:33 PM

I don't know about you guys but

I LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE

Glassmen's 2008 drums.

God.

Mr. Intensity

06-06-2009, 06:35 PM

I don't know about you guys but

I LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE

Glassmen's 2008 drums.

God.

Yeah, those drums were tight. I wanted one so badly after I saw them.

ChiaPet

06-06-2009, 06:37 PM

Yeah, those drums were tight. I wanted one so badly after I saw them.

Haha, Really?

I own one.

:D

Mr. Intensity

06-06-2009, 06:39 PM

Haha, Really?

I own one.

:D

Grr...I am jealous...haha! I've got a 14" Black with Silver Dynasty. I'm using a Evans Hybrid White over an Evans MX5. What are you running on yours?

Jetpoweredface

06-06-2009, 06:43 PM

You sure Carolinas heads aren't silver and are reflecting the grass?

ChiaPet

06-06-2009, 06:44 PM

Grr...I am jealous...haha! I've got a 14" Black with Silver Dynasty. I'm using a Evans Hybrid White over an Evans MX5. What are you running on yours?

I actually don't have it with me because it's currently being shipped from Toledo, OH to California.

But my heads are Evans Hybrid White and Mx5 are comming on Monday.

I'll be sure to post pictures of the drum for you when it comes in next week.

Hows the combo with the heads sound?

Pictures of your drum?

I love looking at drums. Lol..fetish.

Mr. Intensity

06-06-2009, 06:49 PM

I actually don't have it with me because it's currently being shipped from Toledo, OH to California.

But my heads are Evans Hybrid White and Mx5 are comming on Monday.

I'll be sure to post pictures of the drum for you when it comes in next week.

Hows the combo with the heads sound?

Pictures of your drum?

I love looking at drums. Lol..fetish.

The drum sounds great, once I got the drum sounding great with the snares off, I started messing with the tension on the guts, so I can tune them up high and get a wet BD 2001/2002 sound, or I can tune them down for more of a dry, BD 2006, Bluecoats 2007 sound. I love it.

I have an older pic of my drum, from a few months ago, when I had a Hybrid Grey head on it, I'll throw that up. I haven't gotten a pic of it with the white head on top. It has two Dynasty Logos on it, the white one being the orginal one, I wanted to make it have a Glassmen 06 look I guess, I think it looks cool.

Haha, I have a bit of a drum fetish too I suppose, I love seeing drum finishes.

http://photos-a.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v2242/5/31/748632626/n748632626_2107344_231.jpg

devildrums555

06-06-2009, 06:53 PM

I love what you did with the two logos there, man.

Mr. Intensity

06-06-2009, 06:54 PM

I love what you did with the two logos there, man.

Thanks man, I like it alot as well...it's probably why I did it...haha! I got the idea from the Glassmen, and liked it, so I stole it.

ChiaPet

06-06-2009, 06:55 PM

Haha, from that angle it looks like a Modular.

You actually tune your drum with the snares off?

I never heard that before.

:P

Mr. Intensity

06-06-2009, 06:57 PM

Haha, from that angle it looks like a Modular.

You actually tune your drum with the snares off?

I never heard that before.

:P

Hahaha, I'm pretty sure I hear sarcasm..haha!

Naw, it's a regular 14" snare, I didn't see the benefit of me having the modular system since this is my personal drum.

Yeah, I tune it up with the snare turned off, and then I tune the guts, then I turn the snares on. I think I stole the process from Mike McIntosh. He's got a video on Evans' video library on how to tune a snare drum.

ChiaPet

06-06-2009, 07:00 PM

Mr. Intensity

06-06-2009, 07:01 PM

I can't wait to get my 2008 Glassmen Drum.

I got it for 425.00 plus shipping with Carrier, Stand and Cover.

I was going to go with the whole, White Max/Falam 2k but then I was like "Nah, I been using that combo way to long now. Ooo Evans has the Hybrids. /skeet."

Ps: You got AIM?

That's a great deal man, wow, impressive.

That was my old combo, except I had a Black Max.

And no I don't have a AIM sn, I got rid of it a long time ago, I do have Facebook though.

ChiaPet

06-06-2009, 07:04 PM

That's a great deal man, wow, impressive.

That was my old combo, except I had a Black Max.

And no I don't have a AIM sn, I got rid of it a long time ago, I do have Facebook though.

Oh. I don't have Facebook. I have myspace. Lol...

I feel the Max Series feel somewhat harsh on the hands. Don't get me wrong, they sound great and have a large scale of tuning options but after playing on another high school's drum with a Hybrid on, what a major difference.

Did you get the old batch of Hybrid's Grey when they first came out? They baked in the sun like eggs on a pan.:p

Mr. Intensity

06-06-2009, 07:08 PM

Oh. I don't have Facebook. I have myspace. Lol...

I feel the Max Series feel somewhat harsh on the hands. Don't get me wrong, they sound great and have a large scale of tuning options but after playing on another high school's drum with a Hybrid on, what a major difference.

Did you get the old batch of Hybrid's Grey when they first came out? They baked in the sun like eggs on a pan.:p

I agree with you on the Max's, I never really got comfortable with them. I first played the Hybrid Grey's at the Bluecoats camp last year and fell in love with them. But then I bought a head that pulled on me after a month of very little use, Evans replaced it, and then about a month ago, at around 1 in the morning, it just exploded on me...so I bought a Hybrid White and I'm very happy with it.

My old High School used White Max's over No-Collar Ambassadors, which I loved, but I always wanted to try Evans, and I got my chance after the Coats camp.

ChiaPet

06-06-2009, 07:13 PM

I agree with you on the Max's, I never really got comfortable with them. I first played the Hybrid Grey's at the Bluecoats camp last year and fell in love with them. But then I bought a head that pulled on me after a month of very little use, Evans replaced it, and then about a month ago, at around 1 in the morning, it just exploded on me...so I bought a Hybrid White and I'm very happy with it.

My old High School used White Max's over No-Collar Ambassadors, which I loved, but I always wanted to try Evans, and I got my chance after the Coats camp.

I'm really looking foward to the System Blue products from Evans. I'm sure they'll make Evans top tier like they did with Dynasty and now with Pro-Mark.

I'm going to System Blue Clinics in So-cal next week!

Mr. Intensity

06-06-2009, 07:14 PM

I'm really looking foward to the System Blue products from Evans. I'm sure they'll make Evans top tier like they did with Dynasty and now with Pro-Mark.

I'm going to System Blue Clinics in So-cal next week!

Yeah, they should be interesting. I'm gonna wait for the reviews, and wait till I can test them out before I make up my mind on them, but I think they're gonna push Evans into new era of drumhead making.

And, I'm kinda jealous of you, I met ScoJo at PASIC last year, very chill guy.

ChiaPet

06-06-2009, 07:17 PM

Yeah, they should be interesting. I'm gonna wait for the reviews, and wait till I can test them out before I make up my mind on them, but I think they're gonna push Evans into new era of drumhead making.

And, I'm kinda jealous of you, I met ScoJo at PASIC last year, very chill guy.

ScoJo is a pretty chill guy and he'll jam with you if he has the time too.

But his personal drum is kinda...sad.

Black with Chrome.

I thought he'd have something beastly looking.

Mr. Intensity

06-06-2009, 07:19 PM

ScoJo is a pretty chill guy and he'll jam with you if he has the time too.

But his personal drum is kinda...sad.

Black with Chrome.

I thought he'd have something beastly looking.

But black with chrome is classic, and, in the last 15 year I believe, BD has only won the drum trophy with that combination (of something very, very similar).

Maybe he's a bit superstitious...haha

ChiaPet

06-06-2009, 07:21 PM

I'm quite surprised MAPEX hasn't tried gaining any Top 6 drum corps.

For a big name drum company, their such a little dog in the marching field.

Mr. Intensity

06-06-2009, 07:24 PM

I'm quite surprised MAPEX hasn't tried gaining any Top 6 drum corps.

For a big name drum company, their such a little dog in the marching field.

True, but I mean, most of the corps have staff that are tied to the company (Rennick- Dynasty; ScoJo- Dynasty; Gusseck- Pearl, etc) It'd be kinda hard to get them to switch when they have ties that are that close to those big companies.

That, and I think if a big name corps were to switch, they would wait for all the other corps to tell them whats up first. I personally don't like them that much, but then again, they haven't been time tested like the others have.

ChiaPet

06-06-2009, 07:27 PM

True, but I mean, most of the corps have staff that are tied to the company (Rennick- Dynasty; ScoJo- Dynasty; Gusseck- Pearl, etc) It'd be kinda hard to get them to switch when they have ties that are that close to those big companies.

That, and I think if a big name corps were to switch, they would wait for all the other corps to tell them whats up first. I personally don't like them that much, but then again, they haven't been time tested like the others have.

I mean when BD switched, no one really field testing Dynasty in 2000.

It was pretty much a hit or a miss.

Mr. Intensity

06-06-2009, 07:30 PM

I mean when BD switched, no one really field testing Dynasty in 2000.

It was pretty much a hit or a miss.

This is true, I forgot about that. I think it probably comes down to brand loyalty/ties. I know that BD kinda broke that, since they used Yamaha for so long before they switched. Who knows, maybe something may switch in the next few years, but I don't know for certain. I can't really see any of the top 6 using Mapex. I could see Boston, using them, but not any of the bigger names.

ChiaPet

06-06-2009, 07:34 PM

This is true, I forgot about that. I think it probably comes down to brand loyalty/ties. I know that BD kinda broke that, since they used Yamaha for so long before they switched. Who knows, maybe something may switch in the next few years, but I don't know for certain. I can't really see any of the top 6 using Mapex. I could see Boston, using them, but not any of the bigger names.

Lol. Boston has been with so many companies.

Pearl, Dynasty, Yamaha? Ludwig?

Mr. Intensity

06-06-2009, 07:42 PM

Lol. Boston has been with so many companies.

Pearl, Dynasty, Yamaha? Ludwig?

Haha, true that. I could see them being the jumper for sure.

ChiaPet

06-06-2009, 10:25 PM

Haha.

Totally.

Unless, they march Stingray.

:p

Mr. Intensity

06-06-2009, 10:48 PM

Haha.

Totally.

Unless, they march Stingray.

:p

Hahahahahahahaha, epic win

Mr. Intensity

06-06-2009, 10:50 PM

You sure Carolinas heads aren't silver and are reflecting the grass?

They're green for sure. If you go to the FanNetwork page on DCI's website they have the cameraman running on the field with them and they are green. Kinda fuzzy looking too.

ChiaPet

06-06-2009, 10:58 PM

So you got any more sexy pics of any drum corps snares or personals?

I like to get my skeet..groove on.

:D

Mr. Intensity

06-07-2009, 01:29 AM

So you got any more sexy pics of any drum corps snares or personals?

I like to get my skeet..groove on.

:D

Haha, yeah I do.

Here's a bunch of stuff from PASIC.

http://photos-e.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v369/5/31/748632626/n748632626_1558268_7570.jpg
http://photos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v369/5/31/748632626/n748632626_1558269_7789.jpg

Bluecoats 2007-2008
http://photos-h.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v369/5/31/748632626/n748632626_1558271_8220.jpg
http://photos-c.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v369/5/31/748632626/n748632626_1558274_8890.jpg
http://photos-e.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v369/5/31/748632626/n748632626_1558276_9341.jpg
http://photos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v369/5/31/748632626/n748632626_1558277_9569.jpg
http://photos-g.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v369/5/31/748632626/n748632626_1558278_9806.jpg

Mr. Intensity

06-07-2009, 01:33 AM

ChiaPet

06-07-2009, 01:09 PM

Jeffrey.

06-07-2009, 03:18 PM

Those PASIC pictures are sweet! yamaha has great finishes.

Mr. Intensity

06-07-2009, 03:30 PM

Wow. Your so lucky to go to PASIC.

I can never go because they never put it on the West Coast. :mad:

I love that Dynasty with the orange-ish and chrome. That would look fantastic for any drum corps.

Yamaha, not so much. Never been a fan. Haha..

Those PASIC pictures are sweet! yamaha has great finishes.

Thanks guys, yeah, PASIC was awesome, it was pretty much in my hometown in 2008, Austin, TX, so I went and saw as much of it as I could. Got to meet ScoJo, Gusseck, Rennick, as well as a bunch of drumset artists.

And yes, Yamaha has some insane stuff, I think I spent the first hour of the last day just standing there looking at them, haha

davidrums

06-07-2009, 05:12 PM

They're green for sure. If you go to the FanNetwork page on DCI's website they have the cameraman running on the field with them and they are green. Kinda fuzzy looking too.

they def are green, i know a melo player and all he talks about are the green bd heads, and their show is called "the grass is always greener" so yeeeah

Mr. Intensity

06-12-2009, 10:48 PM

Woo!!! New drums!!!!!

Bluecoats-
http://img5.imageshack.us/img5/1852/49071162522890452526475.jpg

Colts-
http://img8.imageshack.us/img8/7163/49071162502190452526475.jpg

Blue Knights-
http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs113.snc1/4680_216332665178_884660178_7345513_829285_n.jpg
http://photos-e.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs093.snc1/4680_216332685178_884660178_7345516_3184603_n.jpg

ChiaPet

06-12-2009, 10:52 PM

I love the bluecoats finish!

I swear, the colts are always late on finishes. Everyone did that type of sparkle last year.

Blue Knights, not so much.

Mr. Intensity

06-12-2009, 10:53 PM

I love the bluecoats finish!

I swear, the colts are always late on finishes. Everyone did that type of sparkle last year.

Blue Knights, not so much.

I agree, the Coats drums look sick.

Colts are cool, but I agree, kinda been done (Cavies forever)

I actually like the Knights drums, they're...weird. I like it. It fits them.

ChiaPet

06-12-2009, 10:55 PM

I see that the BlueCoats are using the Acoustic EQ this year.

Lets see how that turns out.

Mr. Intensity

06-12-2009, 10:56 PM

I see that the BlueCoats are using the Acoustic EQ this year.

Lets see how that turns out.

Indeed. I hope it works for them.

ChiaPet

06-12-2009, 10:59 PM

I think the EQ is a total waste. It's not that important imo. Waste of money, but they probably got it for free. :D:D

Mr. Intensity

06-12-2009, 11:00 PM

ChiaPet

06-12-2009, 11:05 PM

They probably did, but I tried it at PASIC and I could hear a fairly substantial difference in tone and volume with the EQ stuff. Then again, that was me standing pretty much on top of the drum, but yeah, it's a give or take sorta deal.

I don't know how to work this damn siggy, it won't show up. :eek:

Yeah, I've played on one too. It's sounds nice and gives the head a drier sound without implying the bottom snares but from a far distance like on the field I could barely noticed if it was a tuning method or the drum itself.

Mr. Intensity

06-12-2009, 11:11 PM

I don't know how to work this damn siggy, it won't show up. :eek:

Yeah, I've played on one too. It's sounds nice and gives the head a drier sound without implying the bottom snares but from a far distance like on the field I could barely noticed if it was a tuning method or the drum itself.

Just save the picture to your harddrive, then upload it to the Sig using the little tools in that section. When you want it to go in your sig, press add to sig or whatever. then you can center it or whatever.

And yeah, sometimes it's hard to tell how the sound changes if the drum isn't tuned or whatever.

ChiaPet

06-13-2009, 10:15 AM

And I'm sure they fixed it but back then, the EQ would make the double baring rims vulnerable to collapse

Mr. Intensity

06-13-2009, 10:33 AM

And I'm sure they fixed it but back then, the EQ would make the double baring rims vulnerable to collapse

This is true, but it is still a very strong system. I think when you use the equipment right, you'll have no problems. It's those idiots out there that take the stuff for granted that totally messes things up.

ChiaPet

06-13-2009, 11:24 AM

Like an idiot with a drum key who uses it like a drill bit. :P

Mr. Intensity

06-13-2009, 03:21 PM

Like an idiot with a drum key who uses it like a drill bit. :P

Yes, those guys. I call them "Guitar Center Employee's".

ChiaPet

06-13-2009, 06:33 PM

Funny thing, freshman year in high school we had this reallllllllllly old pre ffx type drum and I slapped a falam head on it and used a drill bit to tune the drum. I cranked it so much, the head was above the rim. Sounded really good, till it imploded.

xscraper

06-13-2009, 08:10 PM

I see that the BlueCoats are using the Acoustic EQ this year.

Lets see how that turns out.

Yamaha updated their site. Under the Acoustic EQ page pretty much listed all the top 12 Yamaha corps. So I am wondering if the corps even had a choice. I too head a difference when Cadets had them a couple years ago. We got to check them out up close.

ChiaPet

06-14-2009, 03:36 PM

Yamaha updated their site. Under the Acoustic EQ page pretty much listed all the top 12 Yamaha corps. So I am wondering if the corps even had a choice. I too head a difference when Cadets had them a couple years ago. We got to check them out up close.

Well, I suppose a Top 12 corp would have the opinion to get whatever they like.

xscraper

06-14-2009, 07:17 PM

Well, I suppose a Top 12 corp would have the opinion to get whatever they like.

For the most part. They do have certain things they are ask to use for testing and advertisement purposes. I am sure it goes hand in hand with the sponsorship.

ChiaPet

06-14-2009, 07:19 PM

For the most part. They do have certain things they are ask to use for testing and advertisement purposes. I am sure it goes hand in hand with the sponsorship.

That is true.

I never liked the EQs but if it's on the new drums, I guess you can't really have a say in it.

davidrums

06-15-2009, 10:20 PM

not exactly drums, but for those that didnt know, cavies finally ditched xl
http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g302/davidrums/4587_84565948995_22770343995_179759.jpg

and theyre using the legit concert marimbas (with field frames of course :p)
http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g302/davidrums/4587_84567678995_22770343995_179768.jpg

ChiaPet

06-15-2009, 10:50 PM

I actually liked it better when Cavies was with XL, they just seemed to have their own style rather than becoming every Yamaha endorsed corps with Randall May. XL carriers are actually quite comfortable if you fit the certain size requirements.

davidrums

06-15-2009, 11:14 PM

and no paint jobs :(
http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g302/davidrums/Cavaliersdci-08_cavies_043.jpg

ChiaPet

06-15-2009, 11:45 PM

Haha. The line isn't full white anymore.

Oh, the world.

Jazzycat1

06-16-2009, 03:41 PM

Does anyone know if the Scouts got new drums again? I loved the finish they had last year. Not so great from the stands but just sexy as hell up close!
http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q167/jazzycat1_album/Madison.jpg

davidrums

06-16-2009, 04:48 PM

heres their drums this year...with covers tho... they are the same im pretty sure
http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g302/davidrums/2348_627753624808_26724137_38886422.jpg

and heres one of their marimbas, like every other corp that uses yamaha Acoustalon ftw!
http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g302/davidrums/n26724137_38886411_6935110.jpg

xscraper

06-16-2009, 10:14 PM

ChiaPet

06-17-2009, 12:01 AM

The new carriers I believed are designed by Pearl themselves, not Randall May.

nab129

06-17-2009, 06:26 AM

Does anyone else know about these carriers. Randall May seemed to have a good thing going with the no j-bar design. But I must say I never remember seeing a set of SCV quads that level!

Jazzycat1

06-17-2009, 08:05 AM

SCV in action, check out the carriers. I love the color, to bad it doesn't go with the uniform green. red would have been better http://i174.photobucket.com/albums/w91/a10er4life/Concord_SantaClaraVanguard_bin_imag.jpg

I agree. Beatiful finish but it clashes with the uniform color. Red would have definitely been better.

xscraper

06-17-2009, 09:48 AM

http://i174.photobucket.com/albums/w91/a10er4life/bluedevils.jpg
Up close BDs drums look sweet. but from the stands they just look white so to me that finish kind of failed.

http://i174.photobucket.com/albums/w91/a10er4life/phantom.jpg
Phantoms drums look sweet (although I am not a fan of kitchen counter tops as drum colors) just still not sure how the blue ties into their show.

http://i174.photobucket.com/albums/w91/a10er4life/glassmen.jpg
Same deal with Glassmen's drums. For the last couple years BASF was painting the shells for them. Doesn't look like it this year.

http://i174.photobucket.com/albums/w91/a10er4life/closescv.jpg
closer look at the drums and uniforms. still wondering about the carriers. If Pearl is trying to design their own. It's a little crazy to go back to J rods after marketing the posto carriers

ChiaPet

06-17-2009, 10:27 AM

Well if you think about it, Randall May was the one to make the carriers not pearl. They just made the carriers for Pearl and Yamaha to use. Just like how XL makes carriers for Ludwig, Mapex and Premier.

I think Pearl is trying to do the whole Dynasty thing. "Make our own drums and carriers." I think it if was a Randall May carrier, it would have the logo sticker somewhere on the carrier.

ChiaPet

06-17-2009, 10:40 AM

If you haven't seen Carolina's drum, you can see it on their fan network page. It's pretty sexy.

doublebasser224

06-17-2009, 10:58 AM

Look at vanguards fan network page, you can see the pearl logo right where the M on the may carriers would be. They look like they are made out of skinny solid tubing. Doesn't look too comfortable.

ChiaPet

06-17-2009, 11:23 AM

Look at vanguards fan network page, you can see the pearl logo right where the M on the may carriers would be. They look like they are made out of skinny solid tubing. Doesn't look too comfortable.

Yeah. That's why I said "I believe Pearl made the carriers"

nofo955

06-17-2009, 12:06 PM

ChiaPet

06-17-2009, 12:32 PM

Well, the colts drums aren't exactly special. I mean any high school line could get that same hardware and finish. It's actually available on their Yamaha's website. Plus, the colt's finish are always a year or two behind in terms of style. IMHO.

davidrums

06-17-2009, 08:24 PM

Im not diggin bks drums...

but heres crowns
http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g302/davidrums/Untitled-1.jpg

doublebasser224

06-18-2009, 04:08 PM

Yeah. That's why I said "I believe Pearl made the carriers"

Ah, I didn't see that you said that!

I see almost all of the pearl corps are going with the inner carbonply with a finish on the outside. I'm especially pleased to see vanguard back with them.

snare4life

06-18-2009, 04:57 PM

Not corps drums, but we just got our brand new battery,

http://i174.photobucket.com/albums/w91/a10er4life/misc095.jpg

http://i174.photobucket.com/albums/w91/a10er4life/misc073.jpg

http://i174.photobucket.com/albums/w91/a10er4life/misc087.jpg

davidrums

06-18-2009, 05:26 PM

^very nice! the bass looks odd with the fade on one side.

My schools buying new drums apparently, i from what ive heard were getting marine blue fade (like phantoms from 07') ill post some pics when, or if we get them

ChiaPet

06-18-2009, 06:37 PM

The fade seems so...light.

Shouldn't it have more tone quality?

snare4life

06-18-2009, 07:44 PM

The fade seems so...light.

Shouldn't it have more tone quality?

we thought the same thing. it is weird. in direct light. like flash of the camera and sunlight. the fade looks light. but in the shadow or like inside it looks black. pretty sure its the flash making it look light. When we put them together I'll take more like outside.

WRiddell83

06-18-2009, 07:56 PM

and theyre using the legit concert marimbas (with field frames of course :p)
http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g302/davidrums/4587_84567678995_22770343995_179768.jpg

And extended range (4 oct.) vibes from the looks of it. Yum....

http://www.cavaliers.org/images/photos/2009/979/cavie_22688.jpg

ChiaPet

06-19-2009, 03:16 AM

We really need to resize these pictures..

davidrums

06-19-2009, 11:11 AM

and what is this i see??

http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g302/davidrums/4962_89074613995_22770343995_185127.jpg

http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g302/davidrums/4962_89074648995_22770343995_185128.jpg

http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g302/davidrums/4962_89074628995_22770343995_185128.jpg

http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g302/davidrums/4962_89074868995_22770343995_185131.jpg

and new wheels on the marimbas
http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g302/davidrums/4962_89074583995_22770343995_185127.jpg

Mr. Intensity

06-19-2009, 12:20 PM

and what is this i see??

Wow, I really like that finish. Did you get those shots off of their Facebook page?

ChiaPet

06-19-2009, 12:41 PM

I'd hate to say it but those XL carriers would have really matched their new drums this year. :)

davidrums

06-19-2009, 04:19 PM

Wow, I really like that finish. Did you get those shots off of their Facebook page?

ya got me :rolleyes:

Mr. Intensity

06-19-2009, 04:34 PM

ya got me :rolleyes:

"Book-em Dan-o!!"

I kinda figured that's where you'd get 'em.

davidrums

06-19-2009, 05:26 PM

"Book-em Dan-o!!"

I kinda figured that's where you'd get 'em.

yeah, as much shows and rehearsals (never any around va) i try to go to, im not a picture taker

Mr. Intensity

06-19-2009, 06:21 PM

yeah, as much shows and rehearsals (never any around va) i try to go to, im not a picture taker

Ahh, yeah, I tend to take pics, but I really like taking video in the lot. That's the best show right there.

davidrums

06-19-2009, 08:49 PM

crowns, you know where from ;)

http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z15/davidraouf/4952_107183967640_21330342640_18599.jpg

http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z15/davidraouf/4952_107183962640_21330342640_18599.jpg

http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z15/davidraouf/4952_106887787640_21330342640_18561.jpg

http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z15/davidraouf/4952_106887752640_21330342640_18561.jpg

ChiaPet

06-19-2009, 09:29 PM

For some reason, every time I look at Crown's drum. It makes my mouth feel all sour inside. 00**

twister12

06-22-2009, 12:52 AM

so i got to see the blue devs tonight in riverside, ca. man that drumline is tight! the drums look absolutely beautiful, but i did notice some warping in the marine wrap! but anyways, here are some shots of the tenors.

ChiaPet

06-22-2009, 10:32 AM

Yeah it's pretty noticable.

The last drum on the right, 2nd drum. Bah!

Jazzycat1

06-22-2009, 11:17 AM

I'd be pissed if my brand new drums had wrap problems this early in the season.

twister12

06-22-2009, 02:22 PM

does anyone know who the tenor section leader for the blue devils is? he looks a lot like tim jackson. :confused:

ChiaPet

06-22-2009, 04:41 PM

does anyone know who the tenor section leader for the blue devils is? he looks a lot like tim jackson. :confused:

Brandon Zachey.

Blue Devils and RCC.

twister12

06-22-2009, 08:09 PM

Brandon Zachey.

Blue Devils and RCC.

thanks.

Redeye

06-23-2009, 01:02 AM

Jazzycat1

06-24-2009, 03:51 PM

Cavaliers 2008
http://photos-a.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v369/5/31/748632626/n748632626_1558280_278.jpg

Madison Scouts 2005
http://photos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v369/5/31/748632626/n748632626_1558285_1450.jpg
http://photos-h.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v369/5/31/748632626/n748632626_1558287_1919.jpg

Cadets I think....
http://photos-a.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v369/5/31/748632626/n748632626_1558288_2167.jpg
http://photos-d.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v369/5/31/748632626/n748632626_1558291_2901.jpg
http://photos-c.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v369/5/31/748632626/n748632626_1558290_2659.jpg

I just purchased one of those green 2005 20th Anniversary Madison Scouts snares today. Still new in the box! Should be here next week. Like I need another drum!

Pretty sure the one on the bottom is the Cranberry Fade the Scouts are using this year - last year also.

Mr. Intensity

06-24-2009, 04:01 PM

I just purchased one of those green 2005 20th Anniversary Madison Scouts snares. Still new in the box! Should be here next week! Like I need another drum!

Not gonna lie JC, I'm gonna be kinda jealous...I demand pics when it comes in!!!!

You can never have too many drums, I just got two marching snares right after spring break to compliment my other snare, the Dynasty. But these drums are from '74, so they're awesome in their own special way.

Jazzycat1

06-24-2009, 04:11 PM

Mr. Intensity

06-24-2009, 05:05 PM

You bet I'll post pics. Check your messages.

Just checked it, and my email. Thanks again man.

Jazzycat1

06-24-2009, 07:34 PM

Not gonna lie JC, I'm gonna be kinda jealous...I demand pics when it comes in!!!!

You can never have too many drums, I just got two marching snares right after spring break to compliment my other snare, the Dynasty. But these drums are from '74, so they're awesome in their own special way.

I also have a beautiful late 80's model Ludwig Challenger that I restored. Awesome drum from a time when Ludwig was the best marching drum manufacturer. Sounds great and looks even better!

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q167/jazzycat1_album/Challenger10.jpg

I'm sure this SFZ will be the best drum in the collection..... Except for Possibly my Rogers Dynasonic, which sounds like Sex!

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q167/jazzycat1_album/IMG_1764.jpg

Mr. Intensity

06-24-2009, 07:47 PM

I also have a beautiful late 80's model Ludwig Challenger that I restored. Awesome drum from a time when Ludwig was the best marching drum manufacturer. Sounds great and looks even better!

I have a 14" Dynasty that I posted on an earlier page, and then I was given two Ludwigs from '74. Both were used by drum and bugle corps in New York, The Squires and The Gauchos. I have a cousin who marched with the Squires and he gave me his drum that they used during their last season and he also gave me his friends drum from The Gauchos.

The Squires drum is a standard white wrap, the other is a black marine pearl color. Both are 15"ers.....wooo! No pictures though, I'm in the process of restoring them.

ChiaPet

06-24-2009, 08:42 PM

Actually, can we all get pictures when you receive your Madison Scouts sFz?

Curious, how much did it cost you?

I happen to own a 2008 Phantom Regiment snare.

Jazzycat1

06-25-2009, 07:03 AM

Of course I'll post pics - Cost was $525.

ChiaPet

06-25-2009, 12:58 PM

That's not a bad price considering chrome and custom shell!

Congrats!

Jazzycat1

06-25-2009, 04:20 PM

That's not a bad price considering chrome and custom shell!

Congrats!

That's what I was thinking. I was going to order a custom SFZ in Blue Fade but when I found out they had leftover Corps drums I took a look at the list and decided to order that Madison Snare. I had a hard time deciding because they had one in Cranberry gloss (this years finish) that I thought was beautiful. They also have Cadets, Bluecoats, Crown, Cavies, Crossmen, and Colts drums available. I'm a huge Madison honk so I chose the 2005 Green drum. If it's Madison - it really SHOULD be green! Bye the way, pics of that 2008 Phantom Snare would be great!
Anyway - No 6 month wait, and I get a drum made for my favorite corps' 20th anniversary with Yamaha.

ChiaPet

06-25-2009, 07:47 PM

Yeah, if you did order from Yamaha to place a Custom Order, you would probably have to wait 6 months. Same thing with Pearl.

I know the quickest custom order would be from Dynasty. 2-4 weeks.

I will definitely post pictures when I get my Phantom drum.

:D

At least, yours will be brand new. :D

Redeye

06-25-2009, 11:52 PM

That's what I was thinking. I was going to order a custom SFZ in Blue Fade but when I found out they had leftover Corps drums I took a look at the list and decided to order that Madison Snare. I had a hard time deciding because they had one in Cranberry gloss (this years finish) that I thought was beautiful. They also have Cadets, Bluecoats, Crown, Cavies, Crossmen, and Colts drums available. I'm a huge Madison honk so I chose the 2005 Green drum. If it's Madison - it really SHOULD be green! Bye the way, pics of that 2008 Phantom Snare would be great!
Anyway - No 6 month wait, and I get a drum made for my favorite corps' 20th anniversary with Yamaha.

where are you finding these drums at?

ChiaPet

06-26-2009, 12:27 AM

where are you finding these drums at?

From illegal dealers, duh. :eek:

Mr. Intensity

06-26-2009, 12:44 AM

From illegal dealers, duh. :eek:

Yeah. What he said. :D

ChiaPet

06-26-2009, 01:03 AM

Yeah. What he said. :D

He should know. He got his drum from a place called Boom Boom.

:p

Mr. Intensity

06-26-2009, 01:22 AM

He should know. He got his drum from a place called Boom Boom.

:p

Dude....don't give out my sources....haha.:eek::p

Jazzycat1

06-26-2009, 06:13 AM

where are you finding these drums at?

All I did was contact Yamaha percussion. percussionquestions@yamaha.com

I got the address from their Custom Marching Percussion page

http://www.yamaha.com/yamahavgn/CDA/ContentDetail/ModelSeriesDetail.html?CNTID=559089&CTID=5041146

Initially they sent me this list by mistake but when I contacted them they said anyone can purchase these leftovers.

ChiaPet

06-26-2009, 04:18 PM

Did they ship it yet?

Jazzycat1

06-26-2009, 04:59 PM

Did they ship it yet?
Shipped yesterday - Waiting to hear from the Yamaha rep with a tracking number. He says it went out yesterday. He's in LA so I'm hoping to hear from him today. You know I'll be checking that tracking number every 2 hours till it get here! :cool:

ChiaPet

06-26-2009, 05:10 PM

Shipped yesterday - Waiting to hear from the Yamaha rep with a tracking number. He says it went out yesterday. He's in LA so I'm hoping to hear from him today. You know I'll be checking that tracking number every 2 hours till it get here! :cool:

Whoa, that's fast!

I wished my drum shipped but most of the Dynasty Reps are traveling to Drum Corps checking out the groups.

What type of heads are you planning to stick on that beauty?

Jazzycat1

06-26-2009, 05:41 PM

Whoa, that's fast!

I wished my drum shipped but most of the Dynasty Reps are traveling to Drum Corps checking out the groups.

What type of heads are you planning to stick on that beauty?

To be honest I really don't know yet. I have actually never played on a kevlar head (yes- I'm an old fart). I will probably replace the factory heads with new Remos but not sure which ones yet. SUGGESTIONS ANYONE?

My Ludwig has Ludwig mylar heads and sounds so damn good. Remember, in my days we cranked them, but they didn't sound like floor tiles. I imagine I'll take it a bit tighter than the challenger, but nowhere near as high as the DCI drumlines do. Just personal preference. This drum will probably see very little playing time - at least right now but I still just had to have it.....

Mr. Intensity

06-26-2009, 05:52 PM

To be honest I really don't know yet. I have actually never played on a kevlar head (yes- I'm an old fart). I will probably replace the factory heads with new Remos but not sure which ones yet. SUGGESTIONS ANYONE?

My Ludwig has Ludwig mylar heads and sounds so damn good. Remember, in my days we cranked them, but they didn't sound like floor tiles. I imagine I'll take it a bit tighter than the challenger, but nowhere near as high as the DCI drumlines do. Just personal preference. This drum will probably see very little playing time - at least right now but I still just had to have it.....

You could always do a Remo Black or White Max over a Collarless Ambassador. You'd be able to tune the bottom head just like you would on your challenger but you could still get a wonderful tension from the top head all the same.

Right now on my Dynasty I have a Evans Hybrid White over the Evans MX5, white is similar to a White Max over a Falams 2. Sounds great, but it probably wouldn't be the sound you want.

ChiaPet

06-26-2009, 06:14 PM

Redeye

06-26-2009, 06:18 PM

I would recommend a Evans Hybrid White with Mx5.

It's more easier on the hands than compared to the White/Black Maxes and you can tune the head to a lower/softer feel without risking a nice sound from the head itself.

I don't have any experience with the hybrid whites, but I LOVE the greys. And I'd say the same comments about the greys!

ChiaPet

06-28-2009, 01:52 AM

Oh Jazzy, I just remembered...

Usually, Yamaha's Marching snares come with a Stock Falam Batter head. So that should give you time to figure out which heads/combo you would most prefer.

Mr. Intensity

06-28-2009, 02:04 AM

Oh Jazzy, I just remembered...

Usually, Yamaha's Marching snares come with a Stock Falam Batter head. So that should give you time to figure out which heads/combo you would most prefer.

If he's lucky he'll actually get a white max. At Pasic all the snares had yamah branded maxes on the drums.

ChiaPet

06-28-2009, 02:11 AM

Ah.

Well, I'm sure either one will be fine.

Jazzycat1

06-28-2009, 11:27 AM

Just hoping it gets her soon - The rep didn't get back to me Friday with the tracking number. I'm sure He'll get with me Monday.

ChiaPet

06-28-2009, 12:58 PM

Just hoping it gets her soon - The rep didn't get back to me Friday with the tracking number. I'm sure He'll get with me Monday.

I can be possible he's busy checking out Corps and seeing if the Corps needs anything, like replacements.

ChiaPet

06-29-2009, 09:48 PM

So any updates on that Madison Scouts snare?

Jazzycat1

06-30-2009, 08:32 AM

Email from Yamaha rep. He's sure it went out but his shipping dept is very busy so no tracking number yet. It should have been shipped Thursday. My bet is when I get the tracking number it will say it was shipped Monday or Tuesday... Hope not, but I just have a gut feeling.:(

ChiaPet

06-30-2009, 12:45 PM

Well you have to realize that it is drum corps season so a lot of companies will be extremely busy.

This is the season of money making!

Jazzycat1

06-30-2009, 07:06 PM

OK - Just like I thought - Drum was sent yesterday but is scheduled for delivery on Thursday. Pictures will follow immediately after delivery! The Yamaha rep is incredibly cool - Ex Cavie Bass drummer 2002-2004 The young man has 2 DCI rings! Great Guy!:cool:

ChiaPet

06-30-2009, 07:34 PM

Jazzycat1

07-01-2009, 07:07 AM

Did you have to call them or did they call you?

Congrats!

My drum is scheduled for Friday or Monday.

The Yamaha rep emailed the tracking number yesterday afternoon. As I thought the drum wasn't actually shipped until Monday but that's not his fault. It will be here before the weekend at least.

Jazzycat1

07-01-2009, 10:53 AM

Mr. Intensity

07-01-2009, 12:00 PM

Back on topic - I found this closeup of the Cavaliers snareline. Got it in an email from drum foundry - I guess they did the Cavies' custom finish this year. I wonder if those pretty brown drums from last year are under the gold wrap?

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q167/jazzycat1_album/Cavies.jpg

I don't think so jazzy; those drums have the May EQ system installed on them, last years drums didn't have that.

By all means, I could be wrong, but from how I see it, in order to do that work they'd have to replace the FF collar, remove all the airvents, wrap the drum, put new vents on, re-assemble the collar with the down tubes, and then put the drum back together.

On a side note, I think those drums last year were a one year deal, the Cavs turned 60 that year, so it's possible Yamaha did a one off for them to commemorate their successes.

Jazzycat1

07-01-2009, 12:55 PM

Either way - I wonder how many groups use Drum Foundry for their finishes. I know Yamaha used to work with JIWI drums for custom finishes and they were bought out by Drum Foundry.

Mr. Intensity

07-01-2009, 01:03 PM

Either way - I wonder how many groups use Drum Foundry for their finishes. I know Yamaha used to work with JIWI drums for custom finishes and they were bought out by Drum Foundry.

That's a good question. So far we know Cavs are using them, but they might be one of the only ones. Xmen, Coats, and Cadets all have semi-stock finishes that Yamaha did, but Crowns weird green could have been custom.

Jazzycat1

07-01-2009, 02:55 PM

That's a good question. So far we know Cavs are using them, but they might be one of the only ones. Xmen, Coats, and Cadets all have semi-stock finishes that Yamaha did, but Crowns weird green could have been custom.

Maybe I'll ask my new Friend at yamaha... I bet he knows!

Mr. Intensity

07-01-2009, 03:00 PM

Maybe I'll ask my new Friend at yamaha... I bet he knows!

You should Jazzy, new friends are the best!!!!

Stefan Ray

07-01-2009, 05:33 PM

Mr. Intensity

07-01-2009, 05:38 PM

Do all of these guys have knee problems already? :confused:

Probably not, usually they use them just as a brace to prevent injuries or soreness. I used to use a brace on my knee in HS for rehearsals. But, those pics were taking during spring training and whatnot, so there's bound to be some injuries and soreness when you jump back into such a demanding activity.

ChiaPet

07-01-2009, 05:58 PM

Nope, the Cavies "Samurai" drums were only a one year deal with Yamaha.

That's why their for sale...!

twister12

07-02-2009, 01:58 AM

am i the only one that thinks the cavies new drums look aweful?

Jazzycat1

07-02-2009, 06:53 AM

UPS tracking shows my new snare has arrived in town - should be delivered today! :D

Mr. Intensity

07-02-2009, 11:43 AM

UPS tracking shows my new snare has arrived in town - should be delivered today! :D

Woo!!!! Jazzy's getting the hookup!!

You must take pictures of the guy when he delivers it, and then take pics of the box, and then.....

Fuzzy Rocker

07-02-2009, 11:59 AM

Jazzycat1

07-02-2009, 12:28 PM

I don't really like BD's WMP wrap. I think they could have done way better.

I actually like Crowns' new drums! I think the combo of the uniform and drum really looks good.

Jazzy, let's see that snare! :D

I guarantee pictures when it arrives! I'm probably even going to leave work a bit early today - day before a 3 day weekend and all!

ChiaPet

07-02-2009, 12:35 PM

HOLY CRAP.

Their based in LA?

If I bought one, it'd be here in like 2.5 hours!

Blast!

Jazzycat1

07-02-2009, 01:04 PM

HOLY CRAP.

Their based in LA?

If I bought one, it'd be here in like 2.5 hours!

Blast!

Or even better - maybe you could pick it up and get a look at the rest of the inventory!

ChiaPet

07-02-2009, 02:04 PM

Did it come? Did it come? Did it come?

Mr. Intensity

07-02-2009, 02:12 PM

I don't really like BD's WMP wrap. I think they could have done way better.

I actually like Crowns' new drums! I think the combo of the uniform and drum really looks good.

Jazzy, let's see that snare! :D

I think BD's choice was a good one, if fits the show perfectly.

And, I agree, Crowns drums look great with the unis.

Jazzy!!!! PICS!!!

Jazzycat1

07-02-2009, 03:17 PM

OK - I did get the drum today. It is indeed new - pristine in fact. I will need to address the head choice today as it came with none! I am a little pissed because the shell does not have the Madison Scouts 20th anniversary badge on it. I was specifically told it did - in fact it's the reason I chose this drum. Here are a couple of pictures - I'm waiting to hear from the Yamaha rep to see if he can locate one of those badges and send it to me before I go buy heads for this.

EDIT - YAMAHA GUY EMAILED - HE HAS THE MS LABEL AND IS MAILING IT TODAY!

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q167/jazzycat1_album/Box.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q167/jazzycat1_album/Box2.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q167/jazzycat1_album/Shell.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q167/jazzycat1_album/Wholekit.jpg

This is what I was expecting it to look like:

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q167/jazzycat1_album/Madison05Snare.jpg

I hope this guy can locate the badge - I know it's not a big deal but I'm a huge Scouts fan and would love to have that little extra history attached. By the way - I'm fairly sure this is a Maple shell. Doesn't look like Birch to me. I read somewhere that Yamaha made custom Maple shells for DCI corps. I'll ask when the Yamaha guy gets back to me. This sucks - I'm over 40 and have been feeling like a teenager this week waiting for this drum to arrive. :(

EDIT - YAMAHA GUY EMAILED - HE HAS THE MS LABEL AND IS MAILING IT TODAY!

EDIT NUMBER 2 - IT IS A MAPLE SHELL... HE SAYS ALL OF THEIR DCI CORPS DRUMS ARE CUSTOM MADE WITH MAPLE INSTEAD OF BIRCH

More Pics later - I'm off to buy heads.

ChiaPet

07-02-2009, 03:40 PM

Holy....I think I just skeeted to a new dimension!

Congrats!

It looks EXTREMELY nice!

Do you think it is well worth the 525?

ChiaPet

07-02-2009, 03:46 PM

Unlike your drum, my phantom snare isn't new.

It's the exact drum used by Phantom and the price tag was 500.

:(

Mr. Intensity

07-02-2009, 03:54 PM

Wow!! That looks amazing, glad you're getting that Scouts badge to go with it. The finish on that drum is so rich and wet looking, my god....I want it.

What heads did you decide to get for it?

ChiaPet

07-02-2009, 03:56 PM

Mr. Intensity

07-02-2009, 03:58 PM

Your raining on my skeet parade.

Why do you always do that..:(:p

I'm sure he'll go with Evans, if he loves us that much.

:D

Lol dude, lol...

I want to see THAT drum with Remo's though, that's the way the scouts do it up. White Max over Falams 2.

ChiaPet

07-02-2009, 04:00 PM

Lol dude, lol...

I want to see THAT drum with Remo's though, that's the way the scouts do it up. White Max over Falams 2.

True. I wonder if Jazzy will buy a carrier for it or put it on a stand.

A drum of great stature needs the complete set!

Mr. Intensity

07-02-2009, 04:04 PM

True. I wonder if Jazzy will buy a carrier for it or put it on a stand.

A drum of great stature needs the complete set!

I have a feeling it'll have a nice sturdy stand to sit upon, gazing across its new domain like a lion king. (Cue Banished Beyond)

ChiaPet

07-02-2009, 04:05 PM

I have a feeling it'll have a nice sturdy stand to sit upon, gazing across its new domain like a lion king. (Cue Banished Beyond)

Don't wanna make Simba [Ludwig] jealous now, would he..:p

Mr. Intensity

07-02-2009, 04:07 PM

Don't wanna make Simba [Ludwig] jealous now, would he..:p

Haha, true that.

Jazzycat1

07-02-2009, 04:50 PM

You bought one of those gold-ish wrapped snares? Talk about a peice of history! DCI Champs and High drums! cool! I'm back from the music store - I'm going with a White Max on top and an Ambassador on the bottom. Now - if I can just figure out exactly which lugs to put the bottom feet thingies on!:D

Jazzycat1

07-02-2009, 04:53 PM

Wow!! That looks amazing, glad you're getting that Scouts badge to go with it. The finish on that drum is so rich and wet looking, my god....I want it.

What heads did you decide to get for it?

White Max and Ambassador on the bottom. They didn't have the Falams and I'm not about to drive in Houston rush hour. I'd rather have a cold beer and assemble the drum. I do actually have a stand ready for this - My Dynasonic is going in the drum closet for a while.:p

Jazzycat1

07-02-2009, 05:00 PM

Don't wanna make Simba [Ludwig] jealous now, would he..:p

After feeling the professional finish on this Yamaha I may have to take the Ludwig apart and have it professionally finished. I got the blue stain just right and it looks good but my lacquer job sucked badly. Looks good till you get up close...

ChiaPet

07-02-2009, 05:26 PM

They actually have White Max in music stores? Haha. They never have them here.

When you put the drum together, take pictures for us!

ChiaPet

07-02-2009, 05:32 PM

Oh by the way, Jazzy, do you have a high tension drum key? Those little set keys won't do a thing for a drum like that.

Jazzycat1

07-02-2009, 05:37 PM

Oh by the way, Jazzy, do you have a high tension drum key? Those little set keys won't do a thing for a drum like that.

I do actually. I bought one a couple of years ago when I was refinishing the Ludwig challenger.

ChiaPet

07-02-2009, 06:06 PM

Have you put it together yet?

Jazzycat1

07-02-2009, 06:14 PM

Have you put it together yet?

Getting there - had to stop and make dinner for my daughter but I'm back on it. More pictures to come.

tenor man 36

07-02-2009, 06:20 PM

Oh by the way, Jazzy, do you have a high tension drum key? Those little set keys won't do a thing for a drum like that.

haha funny thing when i got my snare i busted my key in half trying to tune it

Jazzycat1

07-02-2009, 06:36 PM

OK - Bottom head and snares are on now. It turns out that todays marching snares are much more complicated than in my day!

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q167/jazzycat1_album/Bottomfeet.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q167/jazzycat1_album/BottomheadReady.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q167/jazzycat1_album/ScoutsMousepad.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q167/jazzycat1_album/Snareson1.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q167/jazzycat1_album/Snareson2.jpg

Jazzycat1

07-02-2009, 06:49 PM

More Pics:

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Batter head is next. Glad I don't have to work tomorrow!

ChiaPet

07-02-2009, 07:02 PM

Wow. That thing is a beauty. You are one lucky man. Keep her around and down the road she can be worth way more than the 525 tag!

*Drools*

Jazzycat1

07-02-2009, 07:49 PM

OK Guys - Final pics of the night. She Sounds great (Big Surprise) and looks even better. Here we go....

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Jazzycat1

07-02-2009, 07:50 PM

Wow. That thing is a beauty. You are one lucky man. Keep her around and down the road she can be worth way more than the 525 tag!

*Drools*

I will never sell this one.

Mr. Intensity

07-02-2009, 07:59 PM

I will never sell this one.

Jazzy, that is a b-e-a-u-tiful drum. It looks so good. Good choice for heads too, I bet that baby sings.

You know we're going to have to ask for family shots of the Luddy with its new little brother.

I think we need to start a new thread; PDF Members and our personal marching equipment....haha.

ChiaPet

07-02-2009, 08:02 PM

Jazzy, that is a b-e-a-u-tiful drum. It looks so good. Good choice for heads too, I bet that baby sings.

You know we're going to have to ask for family shots of the Luddy with its new little brother.

I think we need to start a new thread; PDF Members and our personal marching equipment....haha.

Go. Do ittttttttt.

I dare you.

Jazzycat1

07-02-2009, 08:56 PM

Tomorrow - I will do it. Now It's bedtime! You young guys need to go out and have fun tonight... Tell me all about it tomorrow!

Mr. Intensity

07-02-2009, 10:27 PM

Tomorrow - I will do it. Now It's bedtime! You young guys need to go out and have fun tonight... Tell me all about it tomorrow!

Haha, true that Jazzy.

But I think in Texas there is no real "late night"....I mean, I live right near Austin; there's always something going on, haha.

ChiaPet

07-03-2009, 12:39 AM

Don't get me started on California..

Jazzycat1

07-03-2009, 06:41 AM

OK, here they are together.

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q167/jazzycat1_album/Twodrums.jpg

I'll have to beat the cat for leaving his toy under the table :D

Fuzzy Rocker

07-03-2009, 08:33 AM

Ahhh! That drum is so sexy! I'd kill to have it!

In fact, it would go perfectly with my band's uniforms.

Jazzycat1

07-03-2009, 10:26 AM

Ahhh! That drum is so sexy! I'd kill to have it!

In fact, it would go perfectly with my band's uniforms.

There's one more available!

Fuzzy Rocker

07-03-2009, 10:30 AM

Haha, I wish I would be able to get it. I'd so totally buy it! Since I'm still in high school, my parents would hurt me if I put another drum in my room! Although, it would make quite the practice drum!

....Hmmm :D

Mr. Intensity

07-03-2009, 12:37 PM

OK, here they are together.

I'll have to beat the cat for leaving his toy under the table :D

Ooooh...Jazzy, they look awesome. You own two of the finest marching snares ever made. I love that Ludwig.

Jazzycat1

07-03-2009, 01:18 PM

Ooooh...Jazzy, they look awesome. You own two of the finest marching snares ever made. I love that Ludwig.

Thanks! I'm serious about having the Ludwig refinished. I need to find someone local that can do a professional gloss laquer over the blue stain. My laquer job is really bad compaired to the Yamaha.

Mr. Intensity

07-08-2009, 12:03 PM

Woo, guess who has new pictures?

If you guessed me, then you are correct.

ChiaPet is serving a ban at the moment so he sent me pictures of his newly acquired 2008 Phantom Regiment snare.

Sorry about the size, that's how he sent the photos to me, so if you want bigger shots I'll have to ask for them.

And here is his review from another site-

Hello. Look what the cat dragged in early this morning!

To start off, I must say that this drum is a BEAUTY. Pictures do not serve any justice to this drum.
One thing I must tell you is that the laminated shell finish is not actually GOLD or BROWN, it's yellow! That's right! You must see it in person to notice the hint of yellow it gives off.

When I first wanted to buy a used corps drum, I purchased a 2008 GLASSMEN Snare drum but due to Columbus Percussion and one of their Glassmen Representatives, they got my order mixed up and they couldn't sell me the drum because another school had already purchased it. However, I did purchase the drum before the school but since the school bought the whole set, they figured it was easier to let all the drums go rather than one by one. So I was told that my "glassmen" snare would come in about 2 weeks, I ended up waiting a month for it until I heard that it was never going to be shipped in the first place. So then Dynasty apologized to me about the mix up, this and that and offered me two choices. Blue Devils 2008 or Phantom Regiment 2008. Growing up in California, I am in love with the Blue Devils but their drums weren't really that special to me. So I chose the Phantom Regiment snare because well...they did win a Championship and High Drums! So I waited another month and finally..it came!

Now...Pros and Cons of buying used drum corps equipment!

Pros:
Custom Finish and Hardware[Depending on what corps you buy from or brand]
Free drumheads..? [My Phantom drum came with a Black Max and a Falam II already on the drum]
Cheap pricing compared to an exact replica.
HISTORY! The drum comes with DCI HISTORY! CHAMPIONSHIPS!

Cons:
Used [Depending on which Corps or Brand you buy from, gear used by drum corps are known for being abused, heavily used, etc.] I was lucky enough to get one of the better conditioned snares.
Scratches N' Dings [It won't be scratch or dinged free]

Enjoy!

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Jazzycat1

07-08-2009, 01:28 PM

Mr. Intensity

07-08-2009, 01:44 PM

Now THERE'S a piece of DCI History!
What did he get banned for? Is he banned or on a suspension? I got a 3 day suspension a while back for telling that Alex Murray guy where to stick it. Well worth the suspension, I might add.

It is isn't it, a lovely drum worthy of a place in DCI history.

I guess he was being really annoying in the Chit Chat section or something, he called me and told me the mods banned (suspended) him for a month or something like that.

Haha, I'm sure it was quite gratifying to tell someone off like that.

Jazzycat1

07-08-2009, 03:00 PM

It is isn't it, a lovely drum worthy of a place in DCI history.

I guess he was being really annoying in the Chit Chat section or something, he called me and told me the mods banned (suspended) him for a month or something like that.

Haha, I'm sure it was quite gratifying to tell someone off like that.

It was in that thread where Thudpaw was showing us is carbonply from Iraq - he was spouting crap about American troops.. Had to let loose! Wonder if Thudpaw has returned yet.

Mr. Intensity

07-08-2009, 03:45 PM

It was in that thread where Thudpaw was showing us is carbonply from Iraq - he was spouting crap about American troops.. Had to let loose! Wonder if Thudpaw has returned yet.

Ahh, haha, nice.

I was wondering the same thing. He and I talked a little about Crossmen in his snare thread. I've got a few friends marching there right now, one on snare and the other on tenors; it's pretty cool that he marched for X-men during what a few would call the "Golden Age" the corps and the drumline; those guys could play some beats.

Oh, in other news, I bought my ticket for DCI San Antonio; woo, this'll be the third time I've gone.

Jazzycat1

07-08-2009, 04:02 PM

Ahh, haha, nice.

I was wondering the same thing. He and I talked a little about Crossmen in his snare thread. I've got a few friends marching there right now, one on snare and the other on tenors; it's pretty cool that he marched for X-men during what a few would call the "Golden Age" the corps and the drumline; those guys could play some beats.

Oh, in other news, I bought my ticket for DCI San Antonio; woo, this'll be the third time I've gone.

Well, If you feel like meeting an old fart, his Mom, Sister, and another short girl stop by and say hi. We'll be in Section 112, Row 26, seats 11-14... At the top of the lower section - right on the 50. We'll all be wearing Crossmen Polos - courtesy of my sister who sells them their logo apparel. I'll be the chubby guy with glasses accompanied by three really Short women...:D I'd love to shake your hand! This is my 4th time in SA. Lot's of folks don't like the sound inside a dome but I'm willing to compromise because AC is a right in Texas!

My Nephew's freind Clayton has marched snare with the Crossmen the last 2 years I think - not sure if he's marching this year or not. They both graduated from Ronald Reagan High this year.

Mr. Intensity

07-08-2009, 04:13 PM

Well, If you feel like meeting an old fart, his Mom, Sister, and another short girl stop by and say hi. We'll be in Section 112, Row 26, seats 11-14... At the top of the lower section - right on the 50. We'll all be wearing Crossmen Polos - courtesy of my sister who sells them their logo apparel. I'll be the chubby guy with glasses accompanied by three really Short women...:D I'd love to shake your hand! This is my 4th time in SA. Lot's of folks don't like the sound inside a dome but I'm willing to compromise because AC is a right in Texas!

My Nephew's freind Clayton has marched snare with the Crossmen the last 2 years I think - not sure if he's marching this year or not. They both go to Ronald Reagan High.

I will have to do that for sure, I'm in 110, row 10 seat 18 if I remember correctly. I'll probably be wearing a Bluecoats shirt. And I agree, AC is a must when it's 105 out like it is today...sheesh.

Crossmen polo's shouldn't be that hard to spot...unless someone forgets to send the memo that everyone is wearing them that day. Haha

And I've got some more stuff from ChiaPet; new pics and a video review of his drum.

Video- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XGN1Rfk0f7M&feature=channel_page

Pics- Go to the site, the pics are a bit too big to put here, haha
http://img199.imageshack.us/gal.php?g=43651700.jpg

Jazzycat1

07-08-2009, 05:32 PM

I will have to do that for sure, I'm in 110, row 10 seat 18 if I remember correctly. I'll probably be wearing a Bluecoats shirt. And I agree, AC is a must when it's 105 out like it is today...sheesh.

Crossmen polo's shouldn't be that hard to spot...unless someone forgets to send the memo that everyone is wearing them that day. Haha

And I've got some more stuff from ChiaPet; new pics and a video review of his drum.

Video- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XGN1Rfk0f7M&feature=channel_page

Pics- Go to the site, the pics are a bit too big to put here, haha
http://img199.imageshack.us/gal.php?g=43651700.jpg

Cool! It would be nice to meet you - I'd buy you a beer but they won't be serving any!

Mr. Intensity

07-08-2009, 05:51 PM

Cool! It would be nice to meet you - I'd buy you a beer but they won't be serving any!

I'd like to meet you too, I don't think I've met anyone on the PDF in person, haha.

It is unfortunate though, there is no beer...and I'm underage. No big, we can sit and drink a...tea or something, haha.

Jazzycat1

07-08-2009, 06:46 PM

I'd like to meet you too, I don't think I've met anyone on the PDF in person, haha.

It is unfortunate though, there is no beer...and I'm underage. No big, we can sit and drink a...tea or something, haha.

OK - stop by if you have the time!

Mr. Intensity

07-08-2009, 07:55 PM

OK - stop by if you have the time!

Haha, will do. Between me running to the lot and to see performances, I'll make time to visit a fellow drummer and PDF'er.

drumminbum101

07-10-2009, 06:54 PM

. Lot's of folks don't like the sound inside a dome but I'm willing to compromise because AC is a right in Texas!

Oh my god the AC in the Alamodome is sweeeet. I remember rolling my rack towards the tunnel after our warm up and I could feel the cool air just rushing out out of it. soooo good. inside was even better. it wasnt as boomy as i expected. still a tough listening situation, but it was not bad compared to the georgia dome. f that place...

The alamodome is huuuge too. I stood on the sidelines after encore and just looked up in amazement. After the fans cleared out it was just us inside the dome, so i hit one of the concert bass drums as loud as i could. it was balls. it echoed forever.

Jazzycat1

07-11-2009, 04:28 PM

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Got the Scouts Anniversary Label. Later Guys, I've drum corps to watch tonight!

Mr. Intensity

07-11-2009, 04:43 PM

Got the Scouts Anniversary Label. Later Guys, I've drum corps to watch tonight!

Very nice Jazzy. Lemme guess; Drums along the Rockie's tonight?

Dynastydrummer95

07-12-2009, 05:31 AM

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Got the Scouts Anniversary Label. Later Guys, I've drum corps to watch tonight!

Wow! Nice!
But this Phantom Regiment Dynasty is also very nice!

tenor man 36

07-12-2009, 01:08 PM

that looks amazing:)

Mr. Intensity

07-15-2009, 12:41 AM

Jazzy!!! Ready for the Southern Showdown this weekend? I know I am.

Jazzycat1

07-20-2009, 10:26 AM

Jazzy!!! Ready for the Southern Showdown this weekend? I know I am.

Sorry I missed this post - YES! I really enjoyed seeing all the corps. I didn't do any lot visits this year. Just basked in the AC and watched the show. Not a fan of the synthesizers, but enjoyed the performances anyway. Can anyone tell me why Phantom isn't up there with BD and Cavies? They were incredible! I've not been much of a Cadets fan the last several years but I was impressed with them on Saturday. I think Cavies and BD are going to fall. Crown is just to artsy fartsy for me but they have a great hornline.

Mr. Intensity

07-20-2009, 10:49 AM

Sorry I missed this post - YES! I really enjoyed seeing all the corps. I didn't do any lot visits this year. Just basked in the AC and watched the show. Not a fan of the synthesizers, but enjoyed the performances anyway. Can anyone tell me why Phantom isn't up there with BD and Cavies? They were incredible! I've not been much of a Cadets fan the last several years but I was impressed with them on Saturday. I think Cavies and BD are going to fall. Crown is just to artsy fartsy for me but they have a great hornline.

I think Phantoms toil in the lower ranks is due to their loss of their color guard caption head and their visual designer. If I remember correctly, both of them went to Crown at the end of 2008; at least the CG caption head did.

Whoever they brought in isn't cutting it apparently, for some reason PR's suffering from a case of Champion's Fever; they want the Gold again but things just aren't working right for them.

Jazzycat1

07-20-2009, 02:10 PM

I think Phantoms toil in the lower ranks is due to their loss of their color guard caption head and their visual designer. If I remember correctly, both of them went to Crown at the end of 2008; at least the CG caption head did.

Whoever they brought in isn't cutting it apparently, for some reason PR's suffering from a case of Champion's Fever; they want the Gold again but things just aren't working right for them.

That all makes sense I guess. Since I tend to zone in on the drumlines when I'm at a drum corps show I usually am oblivious to what the color guard is doing unless there's some incredibly hot young lady out front (See Phantom last year)..... Still thought they were better than Bluestars and Bluecoats.

What's with taking off the uniforms (Bluecoats)... Looks too damn WGI for me!

Mr. Intensity

07-20-2009, 05:10 PM

That all makes sense I guess. Since I tend to zone in on the drumlines when I'm at a drum corps show I usually am oblivious to what the color guard is doing unless there's some incredibly hot young lady out front (See Phantom last year)..... Still thought they were better than Bluestars and Bluecoats.

What's with taking off the uniforms (Bluecoats)... Looks too damn WGI for me!

I have no idea what the idea behind it is....I'm a 'Coats fan through and through and it doesn't make much sense to me at all.

They look cooler in uniform than they do wearing the sky on their Under Armour shirts, haha.

MapleRidge Drummer

07-21-2009, 05:12 PM

Jazzycat1

07-22-2009, 06:50 AM

Would anybody know if this finish on the ex Phantom Dynasty snare is a Wilson Art finish? The Wife (aka the Warden, or ball & chain) is giving me a Dynasty snare for my 50th birthday and I am somewhat frustrated by the finish selection thus far.

Why not go with a Yamaha? They still have snares that were custom made for DCI lines. They are all maple shells, chrome hardware, and they have used and new ones. Email percussionquestions@yamaha.com for a list of what they have left. They have MTS and SFZ models, and best of all, no waiting. I got mine in less than a week after ordering it. They are a little more $$ but they are far better quality drums than the Dynasty's and you'd be buying a piece of DCI history.

ChiaPet

07-22-2009, 03:32 PM

Why not go with a Yamaha? They still have snares that were custom made for DCI lines. They are all maple shells, chrome hardware, and they have used and new ones. Email percussionquestions@yamaha.com for a list of what they have left. They have MTS and SFZ models, and best of all, no waiting. I got mine in less than a week after ordering it. They are a little more $$ but they are far better quality drums than the Dynasty's and you'd be buying a piece of DCI history.

Jazzy, you hating on my Phannie? :p:p:p

Mr. Intensity

07-22-2009, 03:41 PM

Jazzy, you hating on my Phannie? :p:p:p

Hahahahaha....someone's a little testy now!! Haha

Either way, the guy's gonna get a good drum

Jazzycat1

07-23-2009, 06:29 AM

Jazzy, you hating on my Phannie? :p:p:p

Of course not but Yamaha does make a better product. :cool:

ChiaPet

07-26-2009, 08:45 PM

Of course not but Yamaha does make a better product. :cool:

I beg to differ. :p

Mr. Intensity

07-26-2009, 09:03 PM

I beg to differ. :p

You love to argue don't you, hahaha.

I personally like Yamaha a little more; I think they make awesome marching drums.

Dynastydrummer95

07-27-2009, 04:12 AM

yeah, Yamaha Snaredrums are amazing.
Yesterday at the WMC in Kerkrade there was a Mexican Marching Band with Yamaha drums and i played them.
whoa....awesome sound.

Jazzycat1

08-15-2009, 04:08 PM

Another wonderful thing about Yamaha snare drums is that their boxes have many many uses...

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q167/jazzycat1_album/IMG_1893.jpg

Mr. Intensity

08-15-2009, 04:22 PM

Another wonderful thing about Yamaha snare drums is that their boxes have many many uses...

Hahaha...that's awesome. Your cat looks pissed though; maybe it's that ribbon there.

Jazzycat1

08-15-2009, 05:46 PM

Tommy is a big wuss but he's every bit of 12 pounds so he can put a hurtin' on ya if you put your hand in "his" box.

Mr. Intensity

08-15-2009, 06:59 PM

Tommy is a big wuss but he's every bit of 12 pounds so he can put a hurtin' on ya if you put your hand in "his" box.

That's awesome, he sounds like my aunt's cat...you invade his space, he takes your hand.

AJH123

08-15-2009, 08:13 PM

I like how you spelled "Lair" wrong, and crossed it out lol

Mr. Intensity

08-15-2009, 09:49 PM

I like how you spelled "Lair" wrong, and crossed it out lol

AJH, did you post in the right thread? Haha...maybe I'm just tired, but I have no idea what you're talking about.

hairmetal90

08-15-2009, 11:47 PM

AJH, did you post in the right thread? Haha...maybe I'm just tired, but I have no idea what you're talking about.

He's talking about on the yamaha box. "Lair" is written on it.

Mr. Intensity

08-15-2009, 11:53 PM

He's talking about on the yamaha box. "Lair" is written on it.

Ahh, yeah, I'm tired then.

Good catch.

Oh, you should PM a mod and have them sticky your DCI tryouts thread, there's some good info there that people should have access to.

Jazzycat1

08-17-2009, 09:59 AM

I like how you spelled "Lair" wrong, and crossed it out lol

Ah yes - the artwork and the cat belong to me daughter!

The Dreaming Tree

08-24-2009, 12:55 AM

So, where do you guys go to get your actual corps drums?

I'd love to get one of the '09 SCV drums. Or the '08 Cavies with the Wedge.

Wait, no... the Boston Crusaders '09, ooohhh.

Jazzycat1

08-24-2009, 08:17 AM

So, where do you guys go to get your actual corps drums?

I'd love to get one of the '09 SCV drums. Or the '08 Cavies with the Wedge.

Wait, no... the Boston Crusaders '09, ooohhh.

One of the other guys will have to help you with the Pearl's or Dye-Nasties. To find out what Yamaha DCI drums are available just email percussionquestions@yamaha.com and they'll give you a list of whats left.

Mr. Intensity

08-24-2009, 10:15 AM

One of the other guys will have to help you with the Pearl's or Dye-Nasties. To find out what Yamaha DCI drums are available just email percussionquestions@yamaha.com and they'll give you a list of whats left.

Aww...Jazzy's hatin' on the Dynasty's...hahaha.

PM member ChiaPet; he owns one of Phantom's drums from 2008; he'd be the guy in the know as far as Dynasty goes.

(I know deep down inside you love Dynasty, Jazzy. I have a love for Yamaha that Chia yells at me for; oh well, I love those drums.)

Jazzycat1

08-25-2009, 09:21 AM

Aww...Jazzy's hatin' on the Dynasty's...hahaha.

PM member ChiaPet; he owns one of Phantom's drums from 2008; he'd be the guy in the know as far as Dynasty goes.

(I know deep down inside you love Dynasty, Jazzy. I have a love for Yamaha that Chia yells at me for; oh well, I love those drums.)

I've never even played on a Dynasty drum. I just haven't heard anyone but Phantom sound good on those drums. Just my opinion though.

Mr. Intensity

08-25-2009, 09:59 AM

I've never even played on a Dynasty drum. I just haven't heard anyone but Phantom sound good on those drums. Just my opinion though.

Nothing wrong with that. I like my Dynasty, but I'd rather have a Yamaha; it's what I played in high school and I've always liked the way they sound.

I agree about Phantom though; Rennick knows how to tune a drum.

The Dreaming Tree

08-25-2009, 02:58 PM

Nothing wrong with that. I like my Dynasty, but I'd rather have a Yamaha; it's what I played in high school and I've always liked the way they sound.

I agree about Phantom though; Rennick knows how to tune a drum.

Just curious, since Dynasty is the only marching snare I haven't played, does the "not-as-good" sound possibly come from the hardware being drilled directly into the shell?

Mr. Intensity

08-25-2009, 03:13 PM

Just curious, since Dynasty is the only marching snare I haven't played, does the "not-as-good" sound possibly come from the hardware being drilled directly into the shell?

No, the "not-as-good" sound comes from people assuming that people who own Dynasty's always tune them to sound like tabletop snares. Think 00-03 Blue Devils. When they became the big Dynasty group they had their snares cranked to the max and people hated it, so Dynasty got stuck with a bad rap that they sound horrible.

At the tensions these drums are under drilling or making the drum free floater is more of a personal design than anything. Yes, there are slight differences, I won't deny that, but you're essentially going to get the same sound regardless of the drum; it all comes down to who's actually tuning the drums themselves.

Jazzycat1

08-25-2009, 06:15 PM

Nothing wrong with that. I like my Dynasty, but I'd rather have a Yamaha; it's what I played in high school and I've always liked the way they sound.

I agree about Phantom though; Rennick knows how to tune a drum.

Well here's a new picture of my Madison Scouts 20th anniversary drum - complete with a properly applied Yamaha / Scouts anniversary label. (Thanks to Doug Steinmetz at Yamaha for sending me more labels!) He rocks!

Go ahead and drool Guys!

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q167/jazzycat1_album/MadisonSnare.jpg