| Remove emotion from purchase. Buy gear that won't devalue and that will last. Save more money to do this. Don't buy a Reference kit if you plan on banging it in and out of vans, cars etc as its not designed for this. In other words think really carefully, research everything and listen to people who know what they are they talking about. Plan ahead as in years ahead. todays crap gear is still tomorrows crap gear. Don't be fooled by marketing, tried and tested is way better value for money.
A little secret is ask to HIRE a drum kit with cymbals. Do this from a reputable pro hire outlet. What are they offering? Chances are it will be decent. In my opinion thats a starting point. |