| Depends on the gig need. I often use hi hats, ride and one crash which is plenty, these are general purpose not too dark, bright or loud. I can use hats and ride as crashes if needed. Sometimes less is more, if i have too many set up i have to watch i don't overplay and keep things musical and in context with the song (hard for a drummer with toys).
It is handy to have a second crash to the left, and then there are the effects china,splash etc which embellish to add. If your music calls for them and are needed as they are a main feature of a song, i would use them.
Cymbals are amazing instruments in themselves and a lot of fun, but be warned Cymbalitis can be expensive. |