Posted on Jun 23, 2016
What do you consider the pros and cons between acoustic and electronic drum kits?
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Acoustic drums give you more of a "live" feel. Electronic heads (unless you go with the high end kits) don't give you the same response. Volume in enclosed spaces (apartments, dorm etc..) will always be an issue with an acoustic kit. You can use headphones or run the electronic drum kit through a mixer or small amp to monitor the sound. My opinion only.
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SSgt Boyd Welch
SM 57s are the tried and true mics for live gigs but I like the Audio Technica , CAD mics for recording. They aren't expensive and you get great frequency response.
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SSgt Boyd Welch - I've heard them mentioned occasionally. I've never used AT myself, though. You have audio recording experience ?
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SSgt Boyd Welch
Down through the years I've done some live work and studio. I am on a budget like most non-commercial folks so I listen, shop, and depend on the opinions of people I respect. I've heard $199 tube mics that are indistinguishable from $1000 mics on the recording unless you have 200-20K hearing. A good flat response on a mic to me is key. Most live stuff I've done are Sennheiser and Shure mics(the old dependable workhorses). Sometimes it's just a matter of your personal taste and what you feel works best for you.
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You don't even have to go with a high end electronic kit to get a good feeling ekit. My church has a high end Roland TD-25kv and I can't stand it. I personally own a TD-11 and I love it. It does everything I need it to do... From silencing cymbals, to not having difficulties opening and closing the hi hat. It feels just like an acoustic kit just not as big.
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Every pro I know prefers acoustic drums. They have a better sound and the feedback from the drum head is more precise... especially when using different types of sticks and brushes. The electronic kits are good for practice -- especially if you live somewhere where noise could be a problem for family or neighbors. I know a couple pros that play a mix of acoustic and electronic so that they can get more sounds...
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Volume and ease of recording definitely favor electronic kits, at least for home recording. I'm primarily a guitar player, and when playing out, I prefer a tube amp and individual effects pedals, but for recording, it's hard to beat a multi-effects pedal with amp and cab sims and effects plugged into a DAW for simplicity and consistency. Same thing with drums: electronic drums eliminate the need for multiple mics and the associated headaches.
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