Recent content by Ron_M

Alright, this one has to be a scam. Too cheap w/free shipping. Anyone seen this posted elsewhere? I can't find where it might be lifted from. If it's a legit first ad, someone's getting a steal. I can't see it, though. Gretsch Brooklyn Bop Kit, Burnt Orange

You're a chef of resto, meaning that I could follow your recipe, but the meal wouldn't taste nearly as good :)

I don't understand how some of you guys buy your sticks. You look at the specs, right? Stick material, length, diameter, taper. I mean, who gets a stick and thinks, "Christ, I had no idea..."? Does anyone care about the artist's name tied to a stick?

I don't know if it qualifies, but there's a lot of decent americana rock where the ride is still used, and some nice hand-hammered stuff that works well on medium to low volume material. I've also seen it in some pop scenarios.

Mike, just to add some detail to this thread, what specifically was the problem you were experiencing when using ambassadors (on a square-sized floor tom)?

Agree 100% with bpaluzzi, and I would add that, if your friend’s expectation is that Yamaha would cover that type of damage under warranty, they might someday be disappointed.

It was a spectacle, and the guy's talented. Just not my cup of tea. I wish they would bring the marching bands back. Let them do their thing. Talented individuals/groups that wouldn't otherwise get that kind of exposure.

No more books, unless it's full of graphics. Love the paperwhite, easy on the eyes and to use in bed. Saves space and resources, and has increased the amount I read many-fold.

What varatrodder and Seb said. Using cord will change the endplate angle for the better so the wires will have better contact across the ss head. At least that’s my experience with Ludwig snare drums.

It’s 100 pds shipping

If you want a proper 1/2" hole, use a t-handle reamer, and run it through. I've done this many times with vintage As, and it works like a charm. I use a deburring tool to finish the edges, but it's not necessary...

Definitely interested in hearing your opinions on this.

Just saw this one, online, a week or two ago. Not sure if the head is interchangeable, but it looks like you could pop the nut and fender washer off, and replace with a head of your choice. A bit spendy though.

I use the same, but brush it on. Works like a charm. I honestly don't care for the feel of the Regal Tips I've tried. Vic Firth is my stick, and I've found many models that play and feel the way I like. The finish is my only complaint (I have dry hands), so started applying the Bullseye a...

Yes, I mentioned this as a fave, a page or 2 back. Great footage, and I love the matter-of-fact commentary from those who were there. I also recommend, "The Cold Blue", if you haven't seen it. Some (to me) surprising facts revealed; for example, the average temp in a B17 flying at altitude was...