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givemethebeat · #1 (**permalink**) 03-16-2007, 09:05 AM

Hi and what a great forum this is. I have been 'lurking' around for a bit, posted a few things here and there and got a bit of a feel for the forum.
A little bit about me:
I am male heterosexual.
I am married to a super model.
I am expecting her to have a baby in October, though there is a rumour its twins.
I am 35 years young.
I am not ugly.
I don't spell very well
My mother is not Medusa.
My father was SAS Red Beret.
I have a high degree in jujistsu thanks to my father.
I have had my jaw broken 2 times in the same place.
I currently have a broken wrist that is about 6 weeks away form being functional
I am a member of Mensa.
I really don't like to talk about myself.
I believe Jesus was a normal person. He also played drums well.
I have traveled the world playing drums.
I have also been in bed with more than one girl at a time.
I have no fillings in my teeth.
My favorite food is Chicken Caeser Salad with anchovies.
I am lactose intolerant.
I have a degree in musicolgy (so good for me huh)
I don't not eat chocolate
I despise ignorant people
I think people who live in Idaho have potatoes growing behind their ears
I am about to unleash the power of my long overdue pearl reference drumkit
I have starred in a movie
I was endorsed by Yamaha
I only play, recommend regal tip drumsticks
My students hate me but they are very very good musicians.
My Rottweiler is the best dog I have ever owned
I love my wife almost as much as my drums. I also love her girlfriends when they come over to 'play'
My wife beats me when I say that.
I am not famous. repeat. I am not famous.
I am very critical, pedantic and caustic.
I am very happy with my life.
I practice creative visualisation successfully
I do not take drugs.
My cousin is a world famous tattoo artist.
My great great great grandfather discovered gold in Australia.
I like fishing
I have no freinds
I do not eat lamb
I am in my 20th year of professional drums.
I hope my new baby(s) is(are) not a guitarist.
Slap me and I will break you.
If you guess who I am I will deny it....

So there is a little bit about me......
Thanks for the invite into the forum and I hope everyone is well and having good time....

UPSTROKE · #2 (**permalink**) 03-16-2007, 08:31 PM

I'm truly sorry to hear that you like anchovies.

givemethebeat · #3 (**permalink**) 03-23-2007, 09:56 AM

LOL, Anchovies are the most important ingredient in Caeser Salad.....They are also amazing when lightly crumbed, shallowed fried and caught in the Freo region.....

Drumsticks1 · #4 (**permalink**) 03-23-2007, 05:33 PM

Hey! New here in the forum. 36y/o from Eastern PA. Married to a true hottie and have two children. Daughter is 5 and son is 10. I've always loved the drums and finally broke down and got a set (witht he wifes permission of course). It was only like a $500.00 new set and I plan on changing out the heads to Remo pinstripes with the Powerstroke coated snare. Also plan on adding Zildjian Planet Z cymbals. Not going to go all extravegant. I'm only doing it as a hobby. 14" high hits, 16" crash and a 20" ride. It's a beautiful 6-pc wine red set. So, I'm up for some input on the heads I plan on getting in the very near future and also on the cymbals. It gets to be an expensive hobby (as you all know). I've been hitting the set everyday in my basement and now my wife is wondering on what she thought when she allowed me to get them. But hey, the kids love them and my daughter is picking up the roll on the toms quite well! Rock on!

**skinslapper** · #5 (**permalink**) 03-23-2007, 08:00 PM

Cool man. Who's that in your avatar?

Drumsticks1 · #6 (**permalink**) 03-23-2007, 08:03 PM

Neil Peart. It's set as my wallpaper. I think he's a great drummer and I like the $60,000.00 DW set.

UPSTROKE · #7 (**permalink**) 03-24-2007, 05:39 PM

Drumsticks; Good to have you aboard. Lot's of good guys here. It's really a crying shame that you weren't able to get a photo of a decent looking drum set for your wallpaper. Pretty good try though.

UPSTROKE · #8 (**permalink**) 03-24-2007, 05:43 PM

Mr. Give-me-a-beating--the problem with anchovies is they smell like---never mind,---you know what they smell like.

Drumsticks1 · #9 (**permalink**) 03-24-2007, 07:26 PM

I'll try and get some pics of the new set in a few days. Been working way too much and it's time to relax and hit the drums. Relaxing for me. Craziness for the wife. All is good in life

Just ordered my Remo pinstripe heads for my toms and the Powerstroke III coated for my snare. Looking forward to getting them. I need some input on cymbals here. Sabian or Zildjian. I've been looking at the Zildjian Planet Z cymbals but I see alot of people are using the Sabians. Any suggestions?

AvengedDrummer · #10 (**permalink**) 03-24-2007, 07:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Drumsticks1

I need some input on cymbals here. Sabian or Zildjian. I've been looking at the Zildjian Planet Z cymbals but I see alot of people are using the Sabians. Any suggestions?

Planet Z's are alright for beginners, but you will most likely grow sick of them after a short while. If you want to start off good, you could try buying pro gear used, (cymbalcellar.com or ebay for good prices) or go for a more mid-level line if you dont want to drop the dough for pro-level gear. IMO though, one good cymbal is far better than an army of B8's, Zxt's or Planet Z's....Let us know what you eventually pick.

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