HOW TO SHOP FOR CYMBALS - Crashes & Rides

A good chunk of helpful info for those looking for a little direction and advice before shopping for cymbals. Pt.1 offers tips for choosing the right crashes and rides for your kit. SUBSCRIBE TO THIS CHANNEL for more cool lessons like this one!

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[adamb]

In the pre internet era. I used to love reading drum/cymbal catalogues!!
You'd usually get listed which drummers are using whatever particular set up. I used to find that really helpful as I'd listen to these drummers and get an idea of their sound!!

[isaax]

That's the most oddly satisfying intro i've seen in a while

[bradbianco]

This is good. We can buy a drum set in a day but it takes years to develop a great cymbal set up and the fact is that as we develop in our craft our cymbals evolve with us. Enjoyed your perspective. thanks!

[daviddebuhr]

Man, I wish YouTube existed when I was learning to play!!! These videos are great and much appreciated.

[SpiralstaticXX]

Hey first for something. Thanks for doing what you do Rob. Always look forward to your videos.

[scottshields]

Wow that's really cool that you totally created a rhythm just using your cymbals. Really cool.

[josephmintz]

And THAT, is how you do a drum-less drum solo

[Jimbo]

I've been a drummer for a long time, but this is the first time I'm buying a new cymbal for myself. I really found this helpful!

[ghettostreamlabs]

I wish my OCD would not prevent me from mixing cymbal brands. I just now got to the point I could add K custom hats to all of my other A customs.

[backbaconbluesband]

So many variables in shopping for cymbals. Your point about the same models / size sounding different is so true and a major frustration.
I also find bringing someone with me or (if available) a salesperson play it for you, while you step away a bit and turn your back to it. I find what you hear in the audience isn't the same as when up close and in your face so to speak.
Looking forward to the hh video!

[catfishmudflap]

Your introduction cymbal solo was really nice.

[IFBSal]

Great video, PST7 are best for your money imo, and for like trashier cymbals pstx that are best for money to

[astrozombie]

Rob, you are right on about Paiste having their sound samples online sounding exactly like the types and models that are actually on the market. If you ever have to shop blind online, without testing them first, hands down Paiste is the way to go.

[joetoe]

Most helpful and favourite drummer/educator I’ve watched. Easily.

[bauhausoffice]

This was just the coolest comprehensive video I’ve watched in a long time. Give it a listen. This dude knows what he’s talking about.

[DrGray_Drummer]

For my taste, and after years of playing, can't go wrong with Paiste 2002's, or Signature series. 602's are nice too, especially for jazz.

[Am]

Brass Ride cymbals also make excellent crashes, good examples are the Paiste 101, Planet z, Harpy B, Powerbeat, Any Pearl ride, Camber C-4000, Paiste 302, Sabian SBR, Meinl meteor and Atlas

[rondeangelis]

super video rob. can we get a look at the setup from your view on the throne?

[bonzomio]

Thanks, RB! A lot to talk about.. This is a good primer. Possibly in Part 2 maybe mention hand hammered, small bell, big bell, half lathed, fully lathed and all that other cool stuff in addition to hi hats. Look forward to Part 2.

[hombreenojado]

Your forgot one critical issue: Once you DO decide what you want... your local drum shop is NOT going to have it. Nor are you likely going to really be able to compare several models that you had your heart set on.

But as usual... another great, informative video.