I have some of the new genghis dial splash cymbals and they have the new logo. Also an sh China with it, so all the cymbals will eventually have this. I think jt looks great?

Thanks!

Will do!

No, the dude who came up with this saw other pedals and thought “I can do better”.

Thanks dude! Good to be back!

Thanks for watching!

Thanks!

@@TomDrummer95 in all honestly, they took a little while to get used to. Especially coming from wooden sticks. I have to say I’m really pleased that I stuck with them. If you’re going between them and wooden sticks then you’re probably going to be constantly feeling the difference instead. I’d say try only them for a month and see how you get on. The different series are also worth trying so that you can find what works for you as well. Ive settled on the colossus models, but don’t get on as well with the hammer of the gods. They’re great, but not for me - and if I’d started with those, it could have turned me off the sticks. I rarely drop sticks because of less hand fatigue now and they’re pretty much rimshot proof so instead of a pair of sticks lasting me a show or two, I’m getting 6 months out of a pair of sticks. In fact, I still haven’t broken the colossus 2B that I first got from them in October.

@@James-Chapman-Drums Nice, cheers. I appreciate the thorough response. My friend loaned me a pair of X-Carb 2Bs that I found to be too light. I've got a Black Diamond 2B that I do quite like, just struggling to adjust to the rebound. I really like the way the Vigil 2Bs feel in the hand, but I'm yet to try them on the kit. I think I'll try out what you said and go with them 100% for a month or so. They're getting some really big-name artists now, so they must be doing something right!

@@TomDrummer95yea at the end of the day, Virgil and Billy don’t exactly have bad technique! And they could get a deal with any company they want. So they are making amazing sticks. And the customer service is also excellent. The X carb is their weight relieved line and I feel like it’s more like using a maple stick than a hickory. I’d give the colossus a go! I like the black diamond, but for some reason the colossus just seem to sit better with me in feel. They’re more expensive, but given they’re practically indestructible, it’s not that bad haha! The Virgil 2B is fantastic because it’s the exact dimensions I prefer, but it’s also an X carb. Nice and light and I really enjoy them, but so far they’re the only Techra I’ve broken in 9 months of playing them. I use X carb when I want the feel of a normal sized stick, but have to play a little softer.

@@James-Chapman-Drums I'll absolutely take your advice James, appreciated. Thanks for taking the time to spell it all out for me, too! I've not long ordered a pair of Darwins, too, so your setup guides will be getting a few more clicks when they arrive.

Yep, I should have caught that before I uploaded - will change it for future uploads.

Says the person who spells “project” with a “k”. 😂😂 Just enjoy the video. No need to become the spelling police.

I’m not sure actually! I got mine directly from Stagg so I would guess that any shops that sell Stagg would be able to order one in for you.

Well, never mind haha. You covered that at the end of the video 🤘🏼

Haha all good! Yea it doesn’t take long as all and there are no downsides!

The sensa are definitely warmer sounding and won’t have as much projection as some of the other series’. The new Myra are SUPER loud!

I’ve spoken to Stagg years back saying that rebranding could have been a good idea, but they’ve put a lot into getting people to recognise how good these cymbals are, so it’s probably not possible anymore. But I agree, sometimes people don’t give them a chance because of their earlier reputation.

Honestly you could do either. I’d probably lean toward the 13, but for that type of thing I’d probably go with the 14x5 aluminium

Thanks, it’s an awesome drum!

I haven’t tried, but I would think so. I’ll give it a go next time I’ve got the direct drives on and let you know.

Wow, thanks!

Worth it though! The AQ line are worth checking too. Great drums and more affordable

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I appreciate that! I’m working on more at the moment, so there’s plenty coming!

Thanks!

I always tune by ear and tune to the note where I hear the most fullness coming from the shell. The reso is higher but not cranked.

Thanks, it is!

Thanks!

Thanks! They’re great sounding mics!

No it’s not an active ribbon mic. It’s more of a classic design

Haha!

Doooo it!!

Thanks! Lots more cymbal demos coming soon with a bit of a surprise!

Thanks man!

Thanks! Yea I’ve been super busy but will definitely be finishing this when I get back from shows over the next little while.

Thanks!

Treat yourself!

@@James-Chapman-Drums Well, after giving it more thought, I ordered the 14 x 8 Alu one - can't wait for it to arrive!!!

@@ericBcreatorexcellent! If you haven’t seen it already, go and check out my video of that drum too!

Thanks!

Awesome, thank you!

If you’re meaning the double spring part I have in the Darwin in this video, then not really. The Darwin and phantom spring geometry already do that by making the spring travel more distance during the stroke. The double spring really keeps the efficiency of the spring. It’s more that when one spring is no longer working at its more efficient, the other spring sort of takes over and keeps it there. The result is response like nothing I’ve ever tried. I’ll be doing a video on this part soon!

Been using mine regularly since the demo with no problems