Best products from r/MetalDrums
We found 4 comments on r/MetalDrums discussing the most recommended products. We ran sentiment analysis on each of these comments to determine how redditors feel about different products. We found 4 products and ranked them based on the amount of positive reactions they received. Here are the top 20.
1. Whirlwind IMP 2 Standard Direct Box
- Inexpensive direct box with a fantastic footprint and the sound quality
- The IMP is an in-line transformer that converts a line or instrument level unbalanced signal to a low impedance mic level balanced signal
- Converts a line or instrument level unbalanced signal to a low impedance mic level balanced signal
- An ideal direct box for anyone requiring professional quality and durability in an economical package
- Uses Whirlwind's TRHL transformer that's riveted, not glued, to the chassis
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▼ Read Reddit mentions2. Pearl JJ1365 Joey Jordison Signature Slipknot 13 x 6.5 Inches Steel Snare Drum with Black Hardware
Brand: PearlProduct Code: JJ1365SR-017 snare strainer provides ideal snare-to-head contact with minimal tensionMasters double-ended lugs compliment the all black shellDecorated with Slipknot logos in each section around the drum's shell
▼ Read Reddit mentions3. Evans Genera Dry Drum Head, 13 Inch
- 13" white snare drum head made using a single ply of 10mil film
- 2mil overtone control ring on the underside that "floats" with the head, eliminating excessive overtones and controlling sustain
- This single-ply reacts with the fat spread of a double-ply
- The Dry version features small vent holes around the edge that eliminate stray harmonics and tighten the sound
- All Evans drum heads are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA
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Summary
1. Whirlwind IMP 2 Standard Direct Box
- Inexpensive direct box with a fantastic footprint and the sound quality
- The IMP is an in-line transformer that converts a line or instrument level unbalanced signal to a low impedance mic level balanced signal
- Converts a line or instrument level unbalanced signal to a low impedance mic level balanced signal
- An ideal direct box for anyone requiring professional quality and durability in an economical package
- Uses Whirlwind's TRHL transformer that's riveted, not glued, to the chassis
Features:
▼ Read Reddit mentions2. Pearl JJ1365 Joey Jordison Signature Slipknot 13 x 6.5 Inches Steel Snare Drum with Black Hardware
Brand: PearlProduct Code: JJ1365SR-017 snare strainer provides ideal snare-to-head contact with minimal tensionMasters double-ended lugs compliment the all black shellDecorated with Slipknot logos in each section around the drum's shell
▼ Read Reddit mentions3. Evans Genera Dry Drum Head, 13 Inch
- 13" white snare drum head made using a single ply of 10mil film
- 2mil overtone control ring on the underside that "floats" with the head, eliminating excessive overtones and controlling sustain
- This single-ply reacts with the fat spread of a double-ply
- The Dry version features small vent holes around the edge that eliminate stray harmonics and tighten the sound
- All Evans drum heads are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA
Features:
▼ Read Reddit mentions
A DI box converts unbalanced, high-impedance signals into balanced low-impedance ones, physically it will take the 1/4" output of your DM5 and convert it into an XLR input to the front-of-house mixer. Basically it's there so there isn't volume problems when connecting electronic instruments into a mixer. In terms of relatively cheap DIs I have experience using the Whirlwind IMP 2 which are relatively basic in terms of features, but should work well enough for your setup.
https://www.amazon.com/Pearl-JJ1365-Jordison-Signature-Slipknot/dp/B0009WAXWE
I didn't learn anything until the end. At the end he tuned his snare another half-turn. I like it. I like really tight snares all the way around. I have a cheap snare: http://www.amazon.com/Mapex-Steel-Piccolo-Snare-13X3-5/dp/B004WBOA68/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1427605276&sr=8-3&keywords=steel+snare+drum
However, I made it tight as hell with this as the top snare head: http://www.amazon.com/Evans-Genera-Drum-Head-Inch/dp/B0002RZZCE/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1427605346&sr=8-3-fkmr1&keywords=mapex+dry+snare+head
It does NOT sound like a pop...but it sounds aggressive as fuck. A flam sounds like a gunshot and anything else sounds awesome...to me. Let me know what you shredding metaldrummits think!