1. The Ching ring is awesome 2. I was surprised by how suttle the cymbal bacon was, I never got one because I thought it would be overpowering 3. Where is the big fat snare drum? That thing is (admittedly way overpriced) but amazing and I think it is $20(?) 4. The Vic Firth marching stick bag (i think it is called) is super awesome, it straps right onto your floor tom #staytrue my dudes
I was definitely surprised by the cymbal bacon as well! Super awesome. I wanted to include BFSD on this list, but it didn’t come in the mail in time unfortunately. But those are sick for sure!
PS one can recreate the cymbal bacon for around $1.25-$1.50 at any hardware store by going in and purchasing a length of light bulb pull chain. You basically make a loop of it and hang it over your cymbal post/wingnut/speedfelts. you can use varying lengths as well as multiple chains to get anything from a barely noticeable sound to a super ridiculous sound, not to mention you could make one for every symbol you own(if you are so inclined) for the price it would take to purchase one cymbal bacon.
I started using those quick releases a few months ago and they are life savers. If you have 3 or 4 cymbals, it makes gigging so much easier, and the other bands and venue love it because you can get broken down in no time and get the kit off the stage with time to spare. It ends up helping your credibility as a serious musician.
yo I'm the kid from your post on Facebook about Vic firth and how I found the site all by myself. I love what you do and I was pretty exited when you respond to my comment no matter how silly I was. I've been drumming for 2 years. I recently got a 10x.5 snare drum and I needs a bit of dampening and If slap-klatz are as good as you say they are, then hit me up. Don't stop what you're doing, 'cause people like me are watching and you inspire them to drum...
Drum Beats Online I started to play in my church and from learning all your tips and pointers, I’m now playing in three different churches thanks you because my progress has been just watching your videos and practicing them on my kit at home thank you so much for these videos man you’re the best and I hope to everyone else watching these you become a better talented drummer
Glad to see the Black Dot heads making a comeback! That's all I ever used back in the 70's, lol. The real question I have is: why do you have one of those nasty, half melted, residue depositing moon gels on your rack tom when you're pushing the cool green ones? FWIW, today is my birthday and I just crossed over to the 65+ bracket!
Yeah I tried them out on tour and they haven't left yet! Haha fair question! It's been on there since tour and I haven't even thought to take it off. I'll probably switch over once I change my heads.
Best products I’ve used is the Ching ring, promark raddler, Evans g2, Remo coated ambassador, promark foward 5a , fire grain sticks, Evans calf tone heads, promark broomsticks, Steve gadd wire brushes, Vic Firth practice tips, Vic Firth marching stick bag, and last but not least, Vic Firth Ralph Hardimon sticks!!!
Hey Gabe, Just real quick, I’m gonna open up about your channel. You have helped me be such a more confident drummer since I’ve come across your videos. You are what youtube needs and I’m sure you have changed other peoples lives throughout the drum community. Keep on being the same and I wish you a wonderful drumming year as well. BTW! #staytrue
I had a huge road trip over Christmas break and used all that time to listen to every single one of your podcasts! I loved them! Happy New Year to you! Those SlapKlatz look awesome!
I really like the sound of that mini closed hi hat you have next to your snare. What cymbals are you using on those? On topic with the video, I love cymbal toppers. Makes breakdown and setup that much easier at gigs.
It’s not cheap but I love the zildjian spiral stacker because it adds a dry sound to a lot of cymbals while also being bright and rich. Definitely adds sizzle to a cymbal as well
I've been a synth player for over 30 years, and been getting into drums the past 5. I have a basic 5 piece kit and I'm learning how expensive drums can be :-). When you buy a high end synth like a Korg or Yamaha flagship model, you can spend $3k-$4k, but once you've bought it, unless it breaks down, the cost is over. A $5k drum kit can always have more money thrown at it with different hardware and cymbals, different pedals and so on. Not to mention, cymbals and even more so drum heads, can break and need replacing. I haven't had to replace too many broken keys, well, not from playing them at least so it's nice to see some accessories that won't break the bank of a beginner. The Drum Tortilla sounds really interesting. I've seen videos about putting towels over drums to get the "Beatles" sound but they slip and slide without some way of securing them. I'm gonna get me some of those tortillas. I really like the tone they add to the snare.
Great video! I would have to say my favorite new product that I discovered this year was the cympad moderators, those things saved my ass on many small venue gigs this year.
I really like the knee mount for my pad because i don't have any support... you did me discover that new product ! thanks for the video. see you soon !
Here goes my top 5 list: 1. Evans Genera G2 coated heads They just made my life soo much easier. I've got quite cheap drums, and I've always been struggling with the tuning, but these heads just helped a lot. They make everything sound great and they're extremely easy to tune. The durability is just unreal too. I'm used to Remo heads on the snare drum, and I always loved them, but the coating just doesn't stick that well on those. and I've been bashing on my G2-s for quite a long amount of time, and the coating is still just perfect. 2. Cotton pads Not really drum accessories, but again, they made my life so much easier. they're just the best things in my opinion to control the overtones on your toms, and you don't have to put a lot of stuff on your batter heads in order to get a controlled sound. I'd recommend it to anyone especially on the floor tom. Also they can really help you out with the protection of your bassdrum heads if you don't want to invest some money in patches. 3. Contact paper Again, not really a drum accessory, but contact paper can make any drumset look great if you do it right. I've got a burl finish on my drumkit with this method and it's just rad. 4. Meinl 6" practice pads I've never really used practice pads for some reason, but I can't really get on my drumset that often, and I started bashing on my bed with my sticks to do a little practicing. Recently I've been working a lot on my technique, so I thought it would be a great investment to buy one of these, and it made practicing a lot more fun. And I also find great, that they're so small, because they kinda force you to play in a little area, which I think is a good thing. 5. LA Special 5A nylon tip sticks #staytrue guyz
I watched a couple of your videos but I never knew that you are iPrevail's drummer, I love you guys! :D I'm just not really a type of guy who searches what every bandmember looks like, I'm more the type that enjoys the music ^^
One of the green Slap Klatz dots left a big green spot on my schools white snare head. It needs to be changed anyway, so not a huge deal, but if it matters to you, there you go.
Slowly upgrading my kit which I've bought used at the end of 2016. Recently changed my snare batter to Remo PS3. Bought the wrong one with the white dot. Decided to try it out and it turned out pretty interesting at low tuning. Thx for the intro re the p77s will check it out!
Gimme those dampeners, Gabe! Great recommendations here, and, for once, reasonably priced, unlike most drum gear. Thanks for helping us save some money!
Yeah the "Professional" one is also very cool, since it also has a striking ring on the top....but as this was a $20 and under video, can't go wrong with the Headliner version. It'd be cool to see you do a review video on those - I have plans on making a review under a new channel I am putting together. Keep up the great work with all your videos and with I Prevail!
I have a few of those Tama quick set cymbal mates. They definitely save you some time from spinning wing nuts! I'm planning on checking out the Remo P 77 14" head the next time I have to change one of mine.
That transition ride tho...👌 Also thanks for everything you’ve done not just in this year, but in all your time on this platform, I’ve learned a lot from you, so thank you very much 😁🙏🙏
That’s a tough question! I just got a brand new transition ride (the one in this video) that I LOVE. But the 24” big apple dark ride and the 15” dual hats have been a huge favorite this year as well.
Cracked up at Cymbal Bacon XD personally I’ve used Mardi Gras beads to add that little sizzle to my cymbals (only problem is when, not if, but WHEN you hit them they go flying). Love your videos!
1. The Ching ring is awesome
2. I was surprised by how suttle the cymbal bacon was, I never got one because I thought it would be overpowering
3. Where is the big fat snare drum? That thing is (admittedly way overpriced) but amazing and I think it is $20(?)
4. The Vic Firth marching stick bag (i think it is called) is super awesome, it straps right onto your floor tom
#staytrue my dudes
I was definitely surprised by the cymbal bacon as well! Super awesome. I wanted to include BFSD on this list, but it didn’t come in the mail in time unfortunately. But those are sick for sure!
Hi Tommy! You won the giveaway! Send me an email with your details at gabe@drumbeatsonline.com
Drum Beats Online did u get the email my dude
Drum Beats Online I dare you to sizzle the cymbal with the cymbal bacon on it
PS one can recreate the cymbal bacon for around $1.25-$1.50 at any hardware store by going in and purchasing a length of light bulb pull chain. You basically make a loop of it and hang it over your cymbal post/wingnut/speedfelts. you can use varying lengths as well as multiple chains to get anything from a barely noticeable sound to a super ridiculous sound, not to mention you could make one for every symbol you own(if you are so inclined) for the price it would take to purchase one cymbal bacon.
LOL I thought the tambourine went flying off @ 7:58
Josh Same lol
It flew off into an alternate dimension.
I started using those quick releases a few months ago and they are life savers. If you have 3 or 4 cymbals, it makes gigging so much easier, and the other bands and venue love it because you can get broken down in no time and get the kit off the stage with time to spare. It ends up helping your credibility as a serious musician.
I totally agree Sam!
To win a 4 pack of SlapKlatz make sure to subscribe, turn notifications on, and comment! Let's have some fun conversations down here!
yo I'm the kid from your post on Facebook about Vic firth and how I found the site all by myself. I love what you do and I was pretty exited when you respond to my comment no matter how silly I was. I've been drumming for 2 years. I recently got a 10x.5 snare drum and I needs a bit of dampening and If slap-klatz are as good as you say they are, then hit me up. Don't stop what you're doing, 'cause people like me are watching and you inspire them to drum...
Drum Beats Online please can I get those dampeners dude I need a new pair
Drum Beats Online I started to play in my church and from learning all your tips and pointers, I’m now playing in three different churches thanks you because my progress has been just watching your videos and practicing them on my kit at home thank you so much for these videos man you’re the best and I hope to everyone else watching these you become a better talented drummer
Ben Ferris me too
Drum Beats Online slapklatz be have because im so try gaff tape currently on drum please help me my friend
Glad to see the Black Dot heads making a comeback! That's all I ever used back in the 70's, lol. The real question I have is: why do you have one of those nasty, half melted, residue depositing moon gels on your rack tom when you're pushing the cool green ones? FWIW, today is my birthday and I just crossed over to the 65+ bracket!
Yeah I tried them out on tour and they haven't left yet! Haha fair question! It's been on there since tour and I haven't even thought to take it off. I'll probably switch over once I change my heads.
I love to watch you demonstrate each product because when you play you can really tell you are fully enjoying yourself! God Bless!
Thanks Kelly! It’s hard not to, drums are too fun!
Rdavidr
Except not as cool.
Or the badass beard
But its not just a cabasa ring
Only difference is he doesn’t have the beard and he doesn’t drill holes in everything lol
Best products I’ve used is the Ching ring, promark raddler, Evans g2, Remo coated ambassador, promark foward 5a , fire grain sticks, Evans calf tone heads, promark broomsticks, Steve gadd wire brushes, Vic Firth practice tips, Vic Firth marching stick bag, and last but not least, Vic Firth Ralph Hardimon sticks!!!
Dang thats quite the list! I love it!
What is up with all the food names Drum Tortillia and Cymbal Bacon xD
Wait till you hear about the drum egg drum bacon drum grits and drum orange juice
Hey Gabe,
Just real quick, I’m gonna open up about your channel. You have helped me be such a more confident drummer since I’ve come across your videos. You are what youtube needs and I’m sure you have changed other peoples lives throughout the drum community. Keep on being the same and I wish you a wonderful drumming year as well. BTW! #staytrue
Man this is so incredible to hear. Thank you so much for sharing. I’m honored to guide you along this drumming journey!! #staytrue
My favourite drum product is deffinetly the pearl mounting piece, you can attach anything to it, and it is really portable.
Lots of drummers forget to or never put rests in there playing. Rests can make a huge difference! Great playing
I had a huge road trip over Christmas break and used all that time to listen to every single one of your podcasts! I loved them! Happy New Year to you! Those SlapKlatz look awesome!
No way!! That’s so amazing! I’m so glad you liked them!
I really like the sound of that mini closed hi hat you have next to your snare. What cymbals are you using on those? On topic with the video, I love cymbal toppers. Makes breakdown and setup that much easier at gigs.
It’s not cheap but I love the zildjian spiral stacker because it adds a dry sound to a lot of cymbals while also being bright and rich. Definitely adds sizzle to a cymbal as well
Those things look fun for sure!
I just bought an Evans HD dry because of you and it really has grown on me better than what I used to have so thanks :)
Those are killer heads! So glad you like it!
Hello!! Following you from Venezuela! Keep drumming bro, you are really good! God bless you!
That’s so amazing!! I appreciate the kind words!
I've been a synth player for over 30 years, and been getting into drums the past 5. I have a basic 5 piece kit and I'm learning how expensive drums can be :-). When you buy a high end synth like a Korg or Yamaha flagship model, you can spend $3k-$4k, but once you've bought it, unless it breaks down, the cost is over. A $5k drum kit can always have more money thrown at it with different hardware and cymbals, different pedals and so on. Not to mention, cymbals and even more so drum heads, can break and need replacing. I haven't had to replace too many broken keys, well, not from playing them at least so it's nice to see some accessories that won't break the bank of a beginner. The Drum Tortilla sounds really interesting. I've seen videos about putting towels over drums to get the "Beatles" sound but they slip and slide without some way of securing them. I'm gonna get me some of those tortillas. I really like the tone they add to the snare.
Yeah, it's definitely not a cheap hobby overall! Thats awesome Dennis I hope they work out for you!
nothing better than seeing a Drum Beats Online video in my sub box
🙏🙏 that means the world!
love the way you talk about all those drumming things, gabe! happy 2018!
Thanks Nick! I hope it’s a great year for you!
I tried the Vic Firth practice tips because of your review and I absolutely love them
That’s awesome Rachel!
I think I need some of this stuff. Cool vid 👍
All the links are in the description! Thank you!
Vic firths extreme sticks legit make you a little better, the best sticks I’ve had for sure.
Haha dang! Yeah I dig them for sure!
Great video! I would have to say my favorite new product that I discovered this year was the cympad moderators, those things saved my ass on many small venue gigs this year.
Yeah those are great!
I liked the Ching ring especially on the crash. It gave the cymbal a nice shimmer sound that I really liked
I feel the same way!
Congrats on this past year man. Keep killing it
Thanks friend!
I really like the knee mount for my pad because i don't have any support... you did me discover that new product ! thanks for the video. see you soon !
Yeah it's pretty awesome! So glad I could introduce you to them!
Always great to finish the night with your videos!
Yes!!👌🏽
Love the P77 so much. Favorite snare head!
I feel that!
Here goes my top 5 list:
1. Evans Genera G2 coated heads
They just made my life soo much easier. I've got quite cheap drums, and I've always been struggling with the tuning, but these heads just helped a lot. They make everything sound great and they're extremely easy to tune. The durability is just unreal too. I'm used to Remo heads on the snare drum, and I always loved them, but the coating just doesn't stick that well on those. and I've been bashing on my G2-s for quite a long amount of time, and the coating is still just perfect.
2. Cotton pads
Not really drum accessories, but again, they made my life so much easier. they're just the best things in my opinion to control the overtones on your toms, and you don't have to put a lot of stuff on your batter heads in order to get a controlled sound. I'd recommend it to anyone especially on the floor tom. Also they can really help you out with the protection of your bassdrum heads if you don't want to invest some money in patches.
3. Contact paper
Again, not really a drum accessory, but contact paper can make any drumset look great if you do it right. I've got a burl finish on my drumkit with this method and it's just rad.
4. Meinl 6" practice pads
I've never really used practice pads for some reason, but I can't really get on my drumset that often, and I started bashing on my bed with my sticks to do a little practicing. Recently I've been working a lot on my technique, so I thought it would be a great investment to buy one of these, and it made practicing a lot more fun. And I also find great, that they're so small, because they kinda force you to play in a little area, which I think is a good thing.
5. LA Special 5A nylon tip sticks
#staytrue guyz
Dang what an awesome and detailed list! Thanks for sharing and #staytrue
Thanks for creating awesome content dude! Cheers
I haven't been able to play my drums much lately, but all these products sound really awesome! Gonna have to pick some up for my kit
That’s the worst, but it will feel good to get behind them again I’m sure! I’ve got all the links in the description!
Such a great video, I hadn't heard of any of these before! All the best for 2018!
That’s awesome! I’m glad I could introduce you to some great stuff!
So excited to try these products especially the backbeat tambourine! Great video!!!!
I love that one! Thanks Isabella! I’ve got all the links in the description if you wanted to check it out!
Dude I’m definitely looking into these products! So simple, but so needed!
Agreed!
Dude the drum tortilla looks cool definitely have to check that one out!
Those X55A’S are my go to sticks
I love them!
I really like the Vic firth practice tips.
Same!
Congrats on the Endorsements, your a super duper drum ! Keep Making awesome vids
🙏🙏
#StayTrue and congrats on signing with VicFirth and also the tours!!!!!
Hey thanks Charles I appreciate that!
I watched a couple of your videos but I never knew that you are iPrevail's drummer, I love you guys! :D I'm just not really a type of guy who searches what every bandmember looks like, I'm more the type that enjoys the music ^^
That's awesome! Glad you dig the music.
The Remo Quicklock Hi-Hat Clutch has done me wonders in 2017 haha no more falling hats!! Great vid man!
I’ve heard great things about that! Your package is in the mail by the way!!
Drum Beats Online ahhh sweet thanks a lot man!!!!!
I have the Gibraltar quick release clutch. Same thing as the remo one just different brand but it's really nice.
I know right? Won't go to a gig or rehearsal without it!
Jonathan Ceballos thanks, I was wondering if a brand other than Gibraltar made this
Those little auxhats sound sick
Thanks Nick! I'm digging them as well!
One of the green Slap Klatz dots left a big green spot on my schools white snare head. It needs to be changed anyway, so not a huge deal, but if it matters to you, there you go.
Great video, as always! Congrats on signing with Vic 👊🏻🎉
Thanks Andrew!
Slowly upgrading my kit which I've bought used at the end of 2016. Recently changed my snare batter to Remo PS3. Bought the wrong one with the white dot. Decided to try it out and it turned out pretty interesting at low tuning. Thx for the intro re the p77s will check it out!
Very cool! You are welcome, I've got all the links in the description so check them out there!
I haven’t watched your videos in a while and DAMN your vids have improved!! Keep up the Good work !!!
Haha well thanks! And welcome back!
Ordered the practice tips tonight! It's about time I work on my rudiments...
Haha heck yeah dude! They are a good time.
Gimme those dampeners, Gabe! Great recommendations here, and, for once, reasonably priced, unlike most drum gear. Thanks for helping us save some money!
Absolutely Ray, glad you liked the video!
One thing I like off rip about the tortilla is that you can still rim click where a towel covers everything
Yeah man I totally love the x55a I use them all the time
Definitely my favorite!
What brand is that kit. Its beautiful
Enjoyed the products - my fav new (to me) accessory under $20 is the Meinl Headliner Hi-Hat Tambourine.
I haven't checked that out yet! I'll have to do that soon!
Yeah the "Professional" one is also very cool, since it also has a striking ring on the top....but as this was a $20 and under video, can't go wrong with the Headliner version. It'd be cool to see you do a review video on those - I have plans on making a review under a new channel I am putting together.
Keep up the great work with all your videos and with I Prevail!
Had never heard about SlapKlats. They look great! Love the channel btw!
I like them a lot! Thank you!
Please do more drum product videos!! Love these
You got it!!
Thank you for ideas on what to get for my drum set
Glad I could help!
I have a few of those Tama quick set cymbal mates. They definitely save you some time from spinning wing nuts! I'm planning on checking out the Remo P 77 14" head the next time I have to change one of mine.
Yeah I love them!!
thanks for the info Gabe. im ordering those practice tips now.
Niceee
Slap Klatz are really cool, nice video!!
I agree! So glad you liked it!
I have just got my Remo p77, it sounds awesome!
Niceee
I love this. I currently use moon gels or tape for dampening my heads when I need to. I am going to use Slap Klatz real soon. Thanks for videos!!
That’s awesome!! It’s my pleasure.
Great video Gabe. Keep up the great work
Thanks so much!
This is honestly really good content good job man
So glad you liked it!
My favorite product of this year are The meinl pure alloy line dude!!
that cymbals souds really good
Oh man, I feel that!!
Awesome vid man. Can you make more like this because I’m loving all of these cool products.
Yeah I’d love to! I had a lot of fun making it!
I want the slap clacks!
Very nice upload...some cool products!
Thanks dude!
thanks for inspiring me to play drums each day !
I’m honored to do so!
That transition ride tho...👌
Also thanks for everything you’ve done not just in this year, but in all your time on this platform, I’ve learned a lot from you, so thank you very much 😁🙏🙏
It's a new one so I'm loving it! Thanks for the kind words I really appreciate it!
nice editing. Whats with the jump cuts with the ching ring?
Whoop whoop this was super helpful THANKYOU!
Idk why but the ching ring sounds like something I'd want to jam to some led zeppelin with, very helpful video!
Heck yeah!
like the look of the slapklatz, something i do need.
🤘🏽🤘🏽
Hello Gabe the only things I've bought was jazz drum stix can't remember by who tho but it's start with a G
Donald Simpson Jr. You should figure out what brand it is and then try to find the stick on the website
definitely gonna check out those sticks, thanks!
Links in the description! You got it!
One of my favorite videos!
That’s so awesome! Glad you dig it!
Nice video! I think the Big Fat Snare Drum is a great one too.
Totally!
Hey Gabe, Your channel is great!
That means a lot thank you!
Loved the video and your enthusiasm towards drums. I have always been curious how the ching ring sounds on crashes. Now I need to get one.
I'm so glad you liked the video! Haha that's awesome, I hope you like it!
Thanks for the recommendations those moongels are driving me nuts
You’re welcome!
Love your stuff man! Keep it up brother 🤙🏻
Thanks so much!
What is your favorite Meinl cymbal you own currently?
Amun 14" powerful hi-hats. They're just awesome
That’s a tough question! I just got a brand new transition ride (the one in this video) that I LOVE. But the 24” big apple dark ride and the 15” dual hats have been a huge favorite this year as well.
Awesome video, I'm about to go on a shopping spree
Haha links are in the description! Have fun!
What hats are those??? I’m obsessed.
I just love how your toms sound what heads are u using
Thanks! Right now I have the remo controlled dot clear heads on.
Well done. Look forward to seeing more.
🙏🙏
Great video! I am considering buying most of these products now!
Haha that’s awesome! I have all the links in the description.
Super sweet video man
What notes do you tune your snare drum to? It sounds really cool
Cracked up at Cymbal Bacon XD personally I’ve used Mardi Gras beads to add that little sizzle to my cymbals (only problem is when, not if, but WHEN you hit them they go flying). Love your videos!
Haha oh man, overall that’s a pretty good solution though! Thanks so much!!
hey, can u share how to DIY a glass baffles for drums? u know, for the lower volume in some particular situations.
Yep those cymbal toppers are a life SAVER
Agreed!
The P77 is definitely a favorite
I feel that!
P77 and HD dry have to be the best snare heads on the market right now :D
Agreed!
Hey bro I like your tutorial very much, it is very much useful for me and many other too
I’m so glad!
all these videos are super helpful as im fairly new to drumming
I want that, and I love your videos. Thanks for everything
It’s my pleasure! Thanks for the love!
7:57 i thought the ching ring went flying when he hit the crash cymbal
Haha that would be amazing
Keep up the good work man, you're doing amazing!
Thanks so much!
Great video brother 👍🏼 congrats on your success in 2017
Thanks so much Oscar!
Excellent advice