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Re: [DTXpress] Re: Are the pads harsh?

2004-11-25 by Stuart McConaghy

I'll go with the same recommendation, 5A is a good allround model, not 
too light, not too heavy. And hit lightly, try to stay relaxed, 
especially when playing Motown. Like Ed said, let the module do the 
work.

Stuart McConaghy

On Nov 25, 2004, at 12:21 PM, emf wrote:

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> --- In DTXpress@yahoogroups.com, john@j... wrote:
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>>> Gloves won't help at all. Try some Ahead sticks, those are
>>> shock-absorbent, and really help alleviate stress from the wrists.
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>> <http://www.bigbangdist.com/ahead_st.htm> Goodness me what a lot
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>> are. How do I choose between them? Assume I know nothing (you'll be
>> pretty much correct) and am playing lively bluesy motown stuff thru
> to
>> Red Hot Chilli Peppers.
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> Unless Stuart comes back with a specific recommendation, I'd go with
> light sticks, maybe 5As or lighter. You don't have to hit electronic
> drums hard; the law of diminishing returns with force happens pretty
> quickly. Let the module settings do the work. Light sticks may help
> to alleviate any extra stress.
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> Ed
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