PDP X7 add ons?

circlethesky · #1 (**permalink**) 05-02-2009, 11:16 PM

I currently have a PDP X7 Set. I bought it about 5 months ago when i first started playing. I got it with some Sabian B8s and a pearl double bass pedal. Since then I have changed all the heads to Aquarian Preformance II heads and joined a band. I need to start adding on, or changing cymbols and things. If you have any ideas please post. (URL if possible)

I play hardcore and experimental with some electronics and kinda trippy.

Gus · #2 (**permalink**) 05-03-2009, 10:38 AM

isn't it just 7 drums? check the pacific drums web-sight, I might be wrong. Happy hardcore?

don11817 · #3 (**permalink**) 05-03-2009, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by circlethesky

I currently have a PDP X7 Set. I bought it about 5 months ago when i first started playing. I got it with some Sabian B8s and a pearl double bass pedal. Since then I have changed all the heads to Aquarian Preformance II heads and joined a band. I need to start adding on, or changing cymbols and things. If you have any ideas please post. (URL if possible)

I play hardcore and experimental with some electronics and kinda trippy.

So, 5 toms isn't enough? Wow. And here I am with 2... lol

I'd say add some Octabons (by Tama) or some Deccabons (by Ddrum) they're both the same thing--long tubular drums with 6" heads--their pitch made by their depth. This will give you more "voices" around the kit. The Deccabons are cheaper than the Octabons (name is no reason to pay more for an identical product, after all).

As for cymbals-- look at the new sounds coming out from Sabian, like the Ozone crashes. another choice is Factory Metal Percussion with some totally cool cymbal-like sounds and effects. Check em out at this link:

Factory Metal Percussion - Unlimited Sound Potential

If they don't have something cool to add to your kit, no one does....

Check out this vid of their products in use:

YouTube - Gergo Borlai Factory Metal Percussion...

**Der Trommler** · #4 (**permalink**) 05-04-2009, 08:40 AM

Thats a pretty cool sound he has there.

meinl777 · #5 (**permalink**) 09-16-2009, 02:14 PM

the 1 thing that most hardcore bands have is a zil-bel 2 uses right before the breakdown in the song and if i think of anything else i will tell u dude

jimmy · #6 (**permalink**) 09-16-2009, 07:42 PM

If we're talking hardcore, you should buy a 28" china.
Maybe a 24".

jimmy · #7 (**permalink**) 09-16-2009, 07:45 PM

You should get a china, that's a really cool sound effect.
Also, how do you like your kit?
I'm looking into buying that kit.

**skinslapper** · #8 (**permalink**) 02-16-2010, 03:20 AM

I think the key to addig things is to know what you're missing. As you play originals, covers, or improvise around your set, what is it that seems to be lacking, what would sound great to throw in right there. If you can't think of anything, then you're better off saving your coins and your hardware. Says the guy with a "22 china.

mikelthedrummer · #9 (**permalink**) 02-18-2010, 03:39 PM

Yes I agree with the others China has a great sound!I prefere the 22'' one!After that it is on your own what to add!Think what could be usefull for you when you play with your band and what ever you want!I hope that I helped you! Good luck with your band!

MaximusDukusErectus · #10 (**permalink**) 02-20-2010, 04:18 PM

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Originally Posted by jimmy

You should get a china, that's a really cool sound effect.
Also, how do you like your kit?
I'm looking into buying that kit.

Just picked up the "PDP X7 MAPLE LIME GREEN LACQUER" a couple weeks ago.....LOVE IT..LOVE IT!...LOVE IT!!!,I was torn between the TAMA ,PEARL VISIONS...and went with the PDP.I know it is not a high end DW,but for my son's first kit...perfect.