Go for it, Ryan. Treat yourself. I don't
consider myself "middle aged" (even though I may technically be...)
but I've been playing since I was a kid, took a long break, and then picked it
up again when I decided to get a DTXpress over a year ago. I haven't looked
back.
I'm completely satisfied with the performance
(I'm not gigging, so I'm not trashing it), and my playing has improved quite a
bit because I can play almost any time. As others have said, it's not completely
silent, but it seems tolerable to my family. My 8 year old has picked it up and
is doing really well. Completely her idea. I bet your kids do as well (looks
like you have some). It's not hideously complicated to operate unless you want
it to be (it's fun to customize the kits). Get yourself a nice set of closed
headphones (like DJ's use) as they are louder with this unit, and block out the
pad/stick sound.
You shouldn't have to pay more than $1000, even new.
Have fun,
Rick
-----Original Message-----
From: ryanbrow2001 <gemini@recorder.ca>
To: DTXpress@yahoogroups.com <DTXpress@yahoogroups.com>
Date: Thursday, December 20, 2001 12:28 PM
Subject: [DTXpress] new to drumming
I am a middle aged guy who has taken a few drum
lessons which i From: ryanbrow2001 <gemini@recorder.ca>
To: DTXpress@yahoogroups.com <DTXpress@yahoogroups.com>
Date: Thursday, December 20, 2001 12:28 PM
Subject: [DTXpress] new to drumming
enjoyed. I need to buy some equipement if i am going to stay
motivated to explore this new interest further. A regular drum set is
too loud for my family. I have been looking into a DTXpress kit
through ebay, and other dealers. As a new comer to drumming should i
take the plunge with a kit like this or should i be starting with
something simpler, easier? Also, if this is the way to go, how much
should i expect to pay for an electonic drum kit?
Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Ryan
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