Mick - It's been a couple of years, but time flies when you're having fun! Let me tell you, I'm a jaded mofo when it comes to drums. It takes a little something to get my attention. Yesterday, when you were warming up downstairs, your playing - got my attention! Not just me, Beverly was also impressed, we were both commenting on how great you're sounding. That's what motivated me to offer you a 'drummer to drummer' handshake. If it walks like a duck and quacks like a duck... you've turned into a drummer bro, and a good one.

I have taught a few guys over the years and I've always been lucky to get motivated students who really pay attention/listen and who are willing to work hard to get good - and do it consistently. That's what it's been like coaching you. It's been a pure pleasure for me and more of an excuse for us to just hang and chew the fat more than anything else. It's been great watching and listening to you grow as a player. Now, if I can get you into a band playing drums, the transformation will be complete and your journey to the Dark Side a done thing!

I wish you a speedy recovery from all the Kidney BS! Keep in there wailin' bro, you're really starting to sound like something on the drums. There are plenty of drummers around, not many good ones though. You have the potential to make some truly joyous noise on the drums.

So what did you think of the trans badge kit and my new/old cymbals? She's a MONSTER kit isn't it?

John

Good for you! I'm wanting to become a drummer also.

You must be kidding! I've seen the work you do on drums plus you play in a band, don't you?

Yes, I play in a band, a basement band that is slowly progressing. But I still have a lot of work/practice to do to be a drummer that can handle a three hour gig, or a drummer that can substitute for another band. Yes , I can call myself a drummer because I play the drums but I have a long way to go to be considered a real drummer that can do the stuff I have mentioned.

It sounds to me like you are a person like me that wants to be a really good drummer who plays in a respected band and having a ton of fun doing so. All it takes is practice, and some private lessons (in my case) along with patience and time. You can do it and so can I. I think in two more years I will be there.

Wow! I couldn't have said it better! Your description fits me to a T. Sounds like we're in the same boat playing wise so don't hesitate to email me for whatever.

Cool stuff! If you get stuck and don't feel progress.

Time for another kit :-)

Creighton

LMAO - The poor bastard has no idea what his wallet is in for! I think it's too late with Mick, he's already 'got the bug!' :p

Jeff - You're in the best possible situation to learn and grow fast as a musician. Between the sessions with the band, the lessons and your desire, you'll progress in leaps and bounds. Hang in there with it. It only gets better with age...

Mick - You wrote: The trans badge kit and the goodwill cymbals sound like they were made for each other. Both very powerful and refined. Standing 6 feet in front of them gives you a great spot to listen from. Also the Capri Wrap looks 10 times better in person than it does in photos. See post 84 in this thread.http://www.vintagedrumforum.com/show...t=49633&page=9

That's vintage, well-aged 3-ply African Mahogany you're hearing. As great as the kit sounds, the reason why I love it so is because it sounds just like the Luddy kit I learned on in 63'. That kit is the one I have compared all others to in my head. Now I have that deep, warm, resonant sound back and I'm loving every minute I spend at the kit. The hollow logo cymbals is a sonic bonus with these drums.

John

Louie Belson said when asked if he was a good drummer "every day I learn something new "

"next to my wife drums are # one"