Proof Is In The Pudding (or walls)
So the kit is back setup and the new Evans heads are tuned thanks to Clark and Joseph Kirkwood from Clark's Music Center. Clark and Joe are old friends of mine (well Clark is ha) and are both players and drum set aficionados. I mostly struggle with getting a good...
Drum Set Ergonomics And Studio Setup
Yay.... the walls are painted, the carpet is cleaned and the sound panels are starting to go up. The main kit core is being reconfigured and tested now. After years of sitting at my drums at what I now know is an an incredibly bad posture. I am adjusting the core...
Dammit Jim, I’m A Drummer Not A Contractor
Ok, I went into this project of soundproofing with much excitement. That excitement quickly turned into aggravation as the progress went along and was beset with delays, minor structural issues and unseen issues at every turn. I had to back up and punt several times...
Soundproofing Rocking and Rolling
Finally, my contractor is here and the new 5/8 sheet rock with Green Glue is going in. The process is fairly simple other than cutting the sheet rock out and positioning it. Russell and his helper...
The MXL Drum Cubes Are Here
Got word that my new MXL Drum Cube tom mics have arrived at Clark's Music Center. This is working out great as we still have a couple of days of work on the studio walls and then I can start reassembling the kit and recording equipment. I am getting antsy to get the...
New Bass Drum Heads
During the disassembly of my kit for the studio soundproofing it dawned on my that I have not changed my bass drums since I purchased the kit in 2003, Wow! I have gone through a few tom head changes and many snare heads but for some reason overlooked this key head on...
Home Studio Colors
After much research and digging around the web for images of home recording studio colors, I think I am narrowing down my choice to a safe, neutral color pallet of muted blue and grey. I currently have paneled walls which will be removed (sorry granddad) and replaced...
Happy Drumming New Year 2015
Well off to another year. I am excited about what is to be and hope everyone has a wonderful year in 2015. After several delays due to the holidays and colds I am starting the drum room tear down Saturday in prep for a complete soundproofing so I can record anytime of...
Home Studio Soundproofing Before Pics
Ok, things are getting back on track, I am starting packing up of equipment and the tear down of the walls this weekend. Dang cold going around and hitting everyone has delayed me a few days, my contractor included. Here are a few shots for posterity to show the...
Merry Drumming Christmas 2014
Merry Christmas to everyone and blessings for a wonderful new year. Jesus has been great to me and my family and I am excited to be doing new things with my drumming in 2015. God Bless You and Yours.... Richard
MXL Drum Cube Tom Mic Upgrade
I am excited to have ordered my mic replacements for my toms. I currently use the SHURE PG56 microphone for my toms and I have 4 split across 6 toms. Not a great balance for me. The upgrade will increase the tom count to 6 giving me the full coverage and recording...
Much Needed Home Studio Soundproofing
I am very excited about my upcoming work on my home studio to reduce sound transmission out of the room. It isn't terrible but I like to play at night and some sounds do carry. We are planning to remove the current paneling, insulation and in-wall a/c unit (I think...
Terry Bozzio at Clark’s Music Center
Found these pics back from February of 2014 where my father and I were VIP guests a Terry Bozzio's Clinic at Clark's Music Center here in Jacksonville, Florida. Bozzio is an incredible musician and has polyrythmic skills that most people would hope to achieve in a...
Rich’s Drum Blog
Awaiting something cool soon! I will update the blog with new releases and interesting info as time permits. I would rather be in the studio... 🙂