Friday, June 4, 2010

A Different Kind of Band Instrument: The CB Drum Set

Some drum sets are used for other purposes than personal use and in private bands. There are also the innumerable students that are learning to play their drums in school. For those drummers there is a different expectation in the drums that they use. The kits are comprised of different drums; the quality of the drums is different in a number of instances as well. In some cases the student may choose to purchase a drum from one of the manufacturers that specialize in educational drums. Among the list of manufacturers that do just that are CB Educational Percussion by KMC Music. This company has been producing drums that are suited to educational purposes for over twenty-five years.

A CB drum set is quite different than the five piece sets that you may have seen on the performance stage while typical private bands perform. A CB drum set may include a single drum in some cases. This is because in a school band that is the typical instrument of an individual student. One student may play a snare drum, while another may play a bass drum. Because of the practicalities of practicing at home and playing at school CB offers an adapted set for students. You can expect to find a drum, a carrying case and a number of accessories in each snare drum kit by CB.

The company also offers a number of practice pads to choose from as well. These are standalone practice pads that are used to practice without the sound of the actual drum. Each CB drum set that includes a snare drum also includes a practice pad that can be placed over the drum. It is different than the standalone pad.

Being a percussion company, CB also offers a number of kits that include bells in the kits. These bells are basically what many call a xylophone. They are tuned to particular keys, and the come with multiple bell bars on the same mounting. There are multiple sized mountings available as well as different kits that include them.

CB is also known for their marching percussion kits. These CB drum sets come in a number or varieties. Some of these sets include a bass drum as well as snare and tenor drums. Each set may be different. The particular combinations are customizable making it possible to get the particular drums that you want in the set. There is also an assortment of carriers that are available for individual purchase.

These CB drum sets can supply the student in your life with the instruments and accessories that they need to begin their musical path. While not every band student will go on to hold a lasting interest in music they can each have a quality beginning with quality instruments. A CB drum set can help to make that happen. In most cases you should consult the band director prior to purchasing the student's equipment though. There may be specific considerations for the student's equipment. In addition some of the equipment may be made available by the school.


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Thursday, June 3, 2010

Getting Cheap Electric Drums: The New and the Used

Electric drums are among the newest things in the drum market. Cheap electric drums remain relegated to basically two categories. Those two categories are the used cheap electric drums and the new ones that are either low-quality or high value. These two categories offer a lot though. You will likely find that you can find a number of options that are suitable to you for a price that you can afford. You should keep in mind though that electric drums are more expensive than acoustic drums on average.

The simplest approach is possibly to begin reading reviews of electric drums. Before you consider the prices and before you make a choice about a drum set read the reviews. Quality reviews can provide you with the important facts about the sets that you are considering. In addition, reviews can also provide you with some indispensable information about electric drums in general. The considerations are different between an electric set and an acoustic one. Even if you are familiar with the acoustic drum sets you will need to learn about these instruments prior to making a selection. Reading professional reviews can help you to get that information.

Once you have read the reviews you will hopefully know what you want in your cheap electric drums or possibly even the brand or model that you want. Either way now is a good time to begin looking at the particular models that are out there. One of the best sources at this point is the internet. Use the sites that return multiple listings. That is a certain way to get a picture of the prices and the models that are available. You should note specifically the least expensive models and at least three of the models that you are considering. Once you understand some of the average pricings and what to expect in the models you can begin searching for where to purchase your cheap electric drums.

There are some stores that are carrying cheap electric drums already. You may find that the electric drums that you find in the stores are rather expensive though. Returning to the internet may offer you some much better deals on comparable equipment. You can search for low prices and for information about shipping. You should also take a look in the classifieds (print and online). There are not a lot of electrics available here yet, but there may be some. This is one of the most likely sources for used equipment as well. Purchasing used can provide you with a much better deal in many cases. Shipping and handling will likely be less expensive for electric drums than it is for acoustic ones, but the fees may still be significant. Consider it in the cost and find the best deal for your cheap electric drums.

It is important that you verify the quality of the seller prior to purchasing. In most instances the seller may be reputable and supply you with what you thought you were getting. However, you don’t want to be disappointed when you’re looking forward to receiving those cheap electric drums you thought would be such a great deal.


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Wednesday, June 2, 2010

Kid Drum Set: Perfect for Little Musicians

Music is something that many indulge in. There is a certain culture to it even today, and even in rock 'n' roll music. It is inescapable if you know where to look for it. For those that are interested in making music there is the reality of needing an instrument. In some cases the impression may be that musical instruments are very expensive, perhaps inaccessible to some people. This is not always true. It does depend on the instrument that you are hoping to play, but even a drum set can be affordable. In fact a kid drum set is one of the most affordable drum sets available.

A kid drum set is specifically designed to match the smaller size of children. This allows them to practice and refine their technique without any unnecessary difficulty. In addition it is the smaller size that allows for the lower costs. There are lower costs involved in the making of the instruments and thus lower costs involved for those that purchase the sets.

Despite the smaller size however there are a number of options that remain included in a kid drum set. There is the option of selecting the pieces that you want. For instance you may begin with a five piece set, but then add other pieces to create a much larger set. This can allow the kid to create a greater range of sounds. In other instances they may prefer to remove some components of the standard five piece set. This can allow them to refine their sound and technique. They may find that later on they want to increase the number of drums and further develop their ability.

The appearance is yet another option that a kid drum set maintains options for. There are a wide variety of designs and patterns that are available in kid drum set kits. These include rather exaggerated effects. In some instances, these may include the stereotypical pinks and blues of boyhood and girlhood. They may also include quite different designs and patterns. A number of designs are based on popular characters and ideas at the time. These may prove to increase the level of excitement that the child enjoys. In other cases, they may prove to make for a short-lived interest.

Determining which of these sets is best can be difficult. It involves attempting to measure a kid's interest. In most cases buying an inexpensive quality set is the best start. If the kid's interest grows or continues then it may be fitting to make the next set of a somewhat higher quality. If you are aware the child already has a strong commitment, consider beginning with a higher quality set.

Development depends on the drum set that the kid practices on. A low quality drum set is typically not helpful when the child begins to develop their skills. They may find that after they begin playing on a quality drum set that they have to develop their listening skills from the ground up. This may actually make their overall development time much longer.

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Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Used Electronic Drum Sets for Sale: One Way to Save Money

Electronic is the newest of what is available in drum sets. Electronic drum sets are pretty exciting in their potential and what is already being done with them. Electronic technology has already changed music and has become an essential part of music in the mainstream. Because of this more and more musicians are making an effort to use electronic technology in their music. Some of the electronic drum sets for sale and some that are to be released in days do a lot to make that process of integration simple and painless.

Basically there are a couple of different styles that you can choose from in the used electronic drum sets for sale. At one end of the spectrum is the very electronic drum set of electronic pads. At the other end there is the very acoustic drum set of what amounts to acoustic drums with electronic pads. It is important to realize that there are a large number of sets in between. Even the most acoustic electronic set to date which is scheduled for release in weeks has options for rubber cymbals or brass.

Each set can be assessed using the same basic criteria though. The first is appearance. You will see the set before you sit at the set. If you are not comfortable with the appearance you likely will not be comfortable sitting at it. Similarly consider the appearance of the set on stage if you are planning to perform. The visual aspect of a performance is one that has become integral in many bands. Appearance is especially important when considering the used electronic drum sets for sale. Used sets may have scratches or other visual mars.

You can expect to find electronic pad sets that look very similar to practice pads. This can create a futuristic or decidedly electronic appearance in the stage presentation. Similarly the sets designed to perform like acoustic sets are typically more traditional in their appearance. Some of the audience may not be able to distinguish between an acoustic and an electronic set.

The feel is very important as well. Once you sit down at the set you have to be able to play on it. Among the major considerations is placement. Pads may have notably different placement that your acoustic drums. Sets designed to resemble acoustic drums may have very similar placement. Size of the head is another factor. In some cases the pads may be smaller than the head of your acoustic tom. Again, sets designed to resemble acoustic drums may have very similar sizes. Lastly the feel of the head is something will likely be at least slightly different than acoustic heads in all the used electronic drum sets for sale. Even those designed to resemble acoustic sets use electronic heads. The result is a variation in the feel and the bounce many times.

Each of the used drum sets for sale will be different. They were different when they were made, but even sets of the same model have been owned by different people at the time they are sold in used condition. These are considerations when you choose the best set for yours.

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