I’m doing a recording soon and I’m really looking forward to it! Some tunes are very much in the jazz tradition, while others require more of a pocket-oriented drumming approach. So, bring two drum sets? Well, if I was paying for the recording then, yes! However, I think I’m going for more of a “hybrid” drum set. I’m really enjoying my Yamaha PHX kit, but the bass drum isn’t what I’d prefer to play for the jazzier stuff. I’m thinking that the band could record all of the funk stuff and then take a break. During the break, I’ll swap out the bass drum for a smaller bass drum without a port in the front head. I’ll also change a few cymbals, and possibly the snare drum. If we start with the jazz tunes, then I’ll simply do this in reverse.
I’m calling the recording engineer to go over this first. I’m sure the “no surprises” clause applies here! It shouldn’t take too long to make these few changes, and then I’ll end up with a different sounding kit without too much of a hassle. I’m still playing around with this at my teaching studio, and it’s coming together nicely. Fun will be had!
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