Stuthumper Posted October 16, 2001 Share Posted October 16, 2001 hey guys i need some help with a sanre i'm considering buying. its a 13" pearl brass piccolo,i am wondering what kind of sound it will have,i want it to cut through a band and have loud ghost notes,sort of like david silveria from korn i guess, has anyone had experience with this drum or similaar drums if so please comment on there performance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sidereal Posted October 16, 2001 Share Posted October 16, 2001 I haven't tried this particular drum, but what you must do is try it out for yourself. It's the only way. btw, when you're talking about a snare sound from a particular recording, especially in modern pop-metal, it often has little to do with the drum and more to do with compression, verb, EQ, mic choice, the preamp, mixing technique and playing technique. I could make a coffee can sound like a Noble & Cooley, with the right combination of the above. But all bragging aside http://www.musicplayer.com/ubb/smile.gif I understand what you're asking. If you're looking for a loud, bright sound out of a drum when you play it live (i.e. with none of the above), brass generally works well. It's just not as versatile a material. This message has been edited by sidereal on 10-15-2001 at 07:26 PM Just for the record. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rlhubley Posted October 16, 2001 Share Posted October 16, 2001 Think VERSATILITY!! Your tastes will change, so I recommend getting a drum that is will work in numerous situations. Personally my 5.5X14 Yamaha Bamboo is great at this(and is less than $400), N&C are also great. However a decent brass or bronze shell will also be quite versatile. Whatever shell material you go with, I think that the size is, well the most important when trying to achieve versatility. 5.5,6, and maybe 6.5 inches deep, and 14 inches in diameter. With different head combos and a little effort, a drum of this size will get you through the bulk of your situations. WHEREAS, a piccalo is a rather limited choice. I mean you get either a bright crack, a bright wet crack, or a timbale! http://www.musicplayer.com/ubb/biggrin.gif Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
felix stein Posted October 16, 2001 Share Posted October 16, 2001 I actually had three piccolo's at one time. I sorta grew out of them. I have a 6.5 Yamaha Brass that is my fav now. My band has nicknamed it the "skull cracker"...pretty funny...it has lots of volume on tap and is plenty sensitive enough for me. I have always liked the Pearl free floaters...they are alright I guess. felix's band Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jazzman Posted October 17, 2001 Share Posted October 17, 2001 Hi Stu, I am currently using a 14" X 4" Remo, brass, Master Touch, with fiber head in my studio and love it. Very crisp, a lot of action, and I'm happy with it. If your like most players you'll own a couple more in the years to come. I'm using this with my Pearl Export set. Jazzman http://www.musicplayer.com/ubb/cool.gif Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scream187 Posted October 18, 2001 Share Posted October 18, 2001 David use a 3 1/4x14 bronze piccolo snare I also like his sound... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
felix stein Posted October 19, 2001 Share Posted October 19, 2001 David Garibaldi? I had one of those things...nice drum. felix's band Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scream187 Posted October 19, 2001 Share Posted October 19, 2001 uh no... david silveria from KoRn... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djarrett Posted October 22, 2001 Share Posted October 22, 2001 A pic is a nice alternative snare for special effect snare needs. It is used less as a main snare these days. Along with pics are the new rage ... side snares. These are (much like piccolos) a specialty snare that is often used as part of the set-up and many times on the left of the hihat. The side snare is usually a 5x10 or 5X8. The piccolo is usually thinner 3 or 4 inches deep and anywhere from 8 to 14 inches in diameter. DJ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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