How to Make an Emergency Kit for your Drum Set

[@rdavidr]

Comment what you carry in your emergency kit for a chance to win a sticker! If you are interested in anything that I talked about in the video, be sure to check out this link! www.amazon.com/shop/rdavidr

[@BeastOfSoda]

rdavidr good stuff, hoping the kit won't need to see much use to begin with. But what's with the posh moongels? I thought you only used sticky letters instead of those? :D

[@jamesfranco7060]

I have the same kit!! I am just like you!

[@parkerbytnar3034]

rdavidr when u get to 100k subs do a unboxing of the play button please my dude

[@williamhart6062]

I’m addition to what you mentioned, I keep guitar straps (2), picks, and instrument cables just in case. (The straps were already needed.) Using a soft-shell tackle box works wonders ;)

[@swccbakersfieldca2076]

I carry a water bottle holder Because it’s simple ya get thirsty and this way my bottle is mine.

[@RoeShamBoe]

in my drum hardware bag i also carry a set of acoustic and electric guitar strings, set of bass strings, some guitar picks, a tuner, a capo, a guitar strap (or two), and a pack of 9 volt batteries. if the guitarist you're playing with had a dead 9v or broke a string on his guitar and you pull out the lifesaver from your drum hardware bag, you're getting a call when the next gig or project comes up.

[@ChaosPootato]

Good guy drummer having the back of his stage mates. That's beautiful.

[@tubbydrmmr]

Yeah, great tip. I used to carry an extra instrument patch cable and short speaker cable with me. My guitarist band-mates were ALWAYS forgetting speaker cables for their cabs!

[@maprow]

Same here. Extra instrument cable, plus a universal power cord, small extension cord and power strip.

[@daletajfrederick9235]

Roe Sham Boe I also carry those stuff. But more so because I also play other instruments.

[@rydergrimes6696]

Roe Sham Boe never seen a drummer do that,that's great that you care about your other band mates

[@ArborGeist]

A flashlight has saved my ass on tour so many times. Loading in/out of a venue during night, dropping a clutch inside the venue, fixing the van's exhaust at 2 am. Yeah, pack a flashlight!

[@iQuincyboy]

Extension cords, adapters, batteries, a razorblade, bandaids, picks, a multitool, extra tips for headphones, rubber bands, a lighter, a charger, some paper for notes and a USB key/SD card. Wipes also never hurt.

[@man12stepsrocks]

I usually carry a few band-aids. I’ve knocked my knuckle on rims too often, and don’t like slinging around blood.

[@elkayezs8wslkwaterfountain826]

Sean Cook whats ironic was i knicked my hand on my snare and it started bleeding all over my kit without me knowing.... while i was playing raining blood by slayer

[@erraticboss168]

TrackDayIsBae thats so metal

[@elkayezs8wslkwaterfountain826]

The Erratic Drummer indeed🤘

[@elkayezs8wslkwaterfountain826]

The Erratic Drummer i was headbanging at the same time... explains why i never saw the blood on my drums

[@nickolaipantallano1612]

You mean whiplash

[@uoleo]

I carried rope with mine. Sometimes the floor of the venue was slippery (tiles and the like) and the kick drum had nothing to grip to, so I would tie it to my throne to stop it from going away on its own. Also paper.

[@uoleo]

I sewed an exterior pocket (actually a back pocket from a pair of jeans) to my very first stick bag to carry extra stuff (felts, wings, snare ties, tape, etc) and actual tools I put in my hardware bag, together with the rope.

[@grandolddrummer]

That's why I bring my own rug to every gig. Plus, it's all marked out with tape to make setup faster. It's color-coded so other people can help.

[@erinwright7104]

Mom: What do you want to be when you grow up? Me: rdavidr

[@Ilovekghimothy]

Erin Wright FAKE ID

[@nullswarm]

I would also put an extra spring for the bass drum pedal in my bag.

[@magrildz]

mrespman there is an "Emergency Kit" sold by a company named Torelli here in Brazil that includes a spring! Pretty cool stuff. Bought one for myself this week.

[@DrBackBeat]

Great advice, both in the vid as well as in the comments. I did some rearranging a few weeks back with the stuff I bring, and this is the current inventory (WARNING: BIG LIST) In my stick bag (which I bring to rehearsals and some short gigs where I don't set up my own gear), I have the following: - Sticks, mallets, brushes, etc - Small digital metronome (mostly for songs I have to sightread) - Voice recorder (to record rehearsals and sessions) - 2 drum keys (can't have enough, take my word on this) - SlapKlatz (gel dampening, like them better than Moongel) - Multitool (foldable pliers, also include a knife, flat and phillips head, beer/can opener etc) - Pencilcase with pen, pencil, eraser, sharpie, scissors etc etc (all the stuff I need to write out sheet music, quite a regular activity for a session musician) - Blank sheet music in a folder - Earplugs In my gig bag (which supplements my stick bag for actual gigs and lengthy rehearsals): - Practice pad (for warm up or dressing room rehearsals) - Spare drum key - Kickdrum patch (life saver!) - Drum tool (with typical drum set tools) - Thin cotton sheets (pillowcases) for dampening/effects - Flashlight - Music stand light (don't EVER think the stage lighting will be enough) - Batteries for said lights - Clothes pegs (you learn why the first time you have a sightreading gig in the open) - Spare kick beater - Hi hat clutch - Drop clutch (for twin pedal gigs) - Spare parts of every part on my kick (rods, washers, snare straps, felts, cymbal washers, screws, kick pedal springs, you name it) - Earplugs spares - Single use earplugs (for every single singer alive, they never think of their ears) - Water bottle - iPad (for sheet music or to watch porn during a gig) - Powerbank (for iPad) - Towel and deodorant (making an impression that lasts isn't always a good thing when you're a drummer getting off stage) - Duck tape, WD40 silicon oil spray, tie wraps, rope and string (not for naughty stuff, just to be able to fix anything ever) - Band aids and painkillers, just in case - Spare multi clamp, to fix anything onto anything (drummers know what's up) I also bring spare heads for any drum head, save my bottom tom heads, packed in the cardboard sleeve my kick drumhead came in. Also includes o-rings for my toms and a Big Fat Snare Drum I usually also bring a foldable music stand, a pillow for my kick if it's not already in there, and sometimes an extra kick pedal. Excessive? Absolutely. Until you need one of these things. My philosophy is that I want to be able to fix anything that could break and ruin a gig for me (which are quite a lot of things when you think about it), and it makes me feel very secure. Hope this helps anyone wanting to come prepared. All the best.

[@lanksart]

thanks for putting in the time! My kick pedal broke AND snare stand fell apart at my first gig, this will help me be more prepared for next time.

[@CBRansom]

I carry a wife with me...she has EVERYTHING for the whole band. Let's face it, if one member can't play due to equipment failure, we all suck. As always, GREAT video Dave!!!

[@danbailey8182]

I always used a multitool that has pliers, a knife, various screwdrivers, a ruler, and even a file. It takes up less space. Also for a case .... say what you want but I use a makeup bag. There is three compartments with open areas, some compartments are divided into smaller compartments etc. It also has a clear plastic front where I put the tools I use often so I can get at them quickly.

[@332nd_collectibles]

You could possible keep all of the stuff in a stick bag. Like the one that vic firth makes. That leather one. It has a lot of pockets so it doubles as a stick bag and an emergency bag! :)

[@mikebarker9187]

Five gallon bucket with pocketed insert works well, more or less, for sticks and everything else.

[@elijahmccormick3360]

Fun tip. I’m a drummer and a motorcycle rider and i learned that motorcycle chain lube works great on the threaded parts of the drum set. Particularly the wax kind of chain lube. Dip your threaded wing nuts in it and thread them. The wax kind of lube drys in about 30 minutes so you get the lubrication factor of grease or oil but it’s dry to the touch.

[@micahwmoran]

I keep a screwdriver 2 or 3 drum keys Extra cymbal felts and snare straps Mints And of course Vic Firth stickers to put on everything I own .

[@scottshields3054]

Gaff tape, an allen wrench set, spare sticks, sunglasses, spare beater, drum key ratchet, moon gel, and some sort of painkiller like advil or excedrin. Headaches can totally kill your groove and I've done enough shows with headaches to know that I don't like it. A towel comes to mind too. And a can of Axe or something. And a spare shirt for those shows that are really hot. Love your vids Dave, keep them coming.

[@peterpiper1027]

yessss another rdavidr video, i havent watched any vids in a couple month but last night i binged it all

[@TonyVazquez8265]

Got all of those things carried inside the front pocket of my old VHS Video Camera bag. The bag itself can fit all of my extra pairs of drum sticks, and my DW 5K Accelerator double-kick pedals (with linkage bar unattached, but included), and my kick drum straps (to prevent kick drum creepage). I wear glasses during a show; sometimes I don't; but for those sweaty hot stage gigs I keep a couple of straps for my glasses so they won't slip off my face during a show. Extras: several D-RINGS, two Dog Leashes, and a few Bungee chords... I gotta have those on hand in case I ever forget my kick drum straps. I keep larger tools (vise grips, drill, rasping file, gorilla glue, double-sided tape for use as drum stick grips, and a mallet) inside a gym bag, which I also bring along with me to gigs. All the rest of my drum hardware, mounts, throne, cymbal stands go into my wheeled carry-on luggage case. lol I used to use my old US Army duffel bag, until I lost a hihat rod. So then I started using a luggage case. As a substitute for a Sharpie marker, I use a black or blue dry-erase marker... I'm usually in a mad rush to set up my drum kit before a show, and I don't always have time to write a paper copy of my band mates' Set list, soOo I grab my dry-erase marker and quickly write the song titles (abbreviated) onto the batter head of my floor tom. After the show, I use rubbing alcohol to wipe the set list away with a paper towel... my floor tom batter is a Remo clear pinstripe batter, so I can see my set list against the background of my drum shell even under dim or color-changing stage lighting. A coated batter is okay, but then I'd have to sand the set list off after a show, LOL. An emergency kit is a Must-Have, it's always covered my ass before or during a show. Of course, every situation is unique. In case of an emergency when drum gear suddenly falls apart during a show, the best thing a drummer can do is Do NOT Panic, and calmly deal with the situation as best and quickly as possible; or just ask another drummer at the show to let you borrow an item, say, a hardware stand or a kick pedal. But, hopefully none of that would be the case. We've all been through it, we just gotta be prepared to roll with the punches. ;-)

[@Gretschnut]

Thanks David. Another highly informative video. I've been playing 54 years and learned some stuff. Very cool.

[@tubbydrmmr]

Great video! I've discovered over the years that carrying enough cymbal sleeves for the total number of cymbals you want to use is super important. I can't count the number of times on tour that I was using borrowed or backline setups with NO cymbal felts or sleeves. On that note, I also keep a few different diameters and lengths of sleeves as well as 6mm and 8mm wingnuts to fit any brand of cymbal stand I might encounter.

[@auzyfrio]

David can you just hit 100k already? You genuinely deserve it

[@rdavidr]

yup, over hear patiently waiting... I have a lot lined up when I get to it, but youll have to wait to see!

[@CLoi8]

Very valuable video for gigging drummers. Thanks for sharing. In my case i bought a zip up tool set off ebay for like $10 and it’s got everything i need. Between that and a few spare parts, evverything fits in my meinl deluxe stick bag.

[@Rhythmic1]

Don't forget a backup snare drum and a bass drum pedal next to you on stage! You can adapt to any other gear not working, falling apart or drum head breaking but those are essential and you need them next to you so you can do a quick change. It's probably a good idea to have a spare head for your bass drum and snare stashed in your car so you can change them between sets if need be.

[@marcusbrown87]

In my experience, the most important things to have with you at a gig are cymbal felts and plastic cymbal sleeves. I can't stress how important it is that you have these in your stick bag! and of course, gaffer tape

[@olafbraakman4118]

I just like to carry a secondary drum kit in my emergency kit

[@half-gram-dab]

Ølf Braakman same bro😂

[@Schwa_Iska]

I like the new lens in the first shot. It makes your kit look huge

[@TheDarkivist]

I have most of that stuff including the hi-hat clutch. I was really surprised how much I actually take when I watched your video. I think it's a subconscious thing. However there is one thing that I do take that you don't, a pad of paper. Just in case someone forgets to print off a setlist you're the life saver.

[@jonathankelley4837]

if you ran out of cymbal sleeves but have your duct tape you can wrap a few pieces around where the cymbal goes. its not ideal and you'll have to clean it off later but at least you won't have the horrible metal on metal sound.

[@ThoseLittleVoicesSEVRUN]

Lucky for me everyone always wants to use their kit for the whole show and im decent enough to play any other kit and feel at home on it. Really interesting to see what our set sounds like with different makes. Played a pork pie last night, fell in love with that kit. This is all entirely besides the point haha

[@zulumagoo1]

the drum hack playlist was my first of your videos. I found it before I bought my set. You saved me lots of money. Which matters, with me on limited income. get that bit. you may need it on the car one day out on the road.

[@sofiiamarusyn]

David, i love your channel so much! Actually it's my favourite drum channel. I love how you actually care about your subscribers and how simple and fun your videos are. You are really underrated. Maybe you are not as professional and virtuose as some other drummers at KZbin, but it just makes you better, because you're closer to people who are watching you. I love this friendly vibe in your videos and that random funny stuff like hammering sounds that are matching the music in the background. Keep it up! Love ya

[@tylergamache883]

Extra drum keys, felts, cymbal wing nuts, cymbal sleeves, skins, bass beaters with pedal nuts, extra tension rods, mini drill and bits, philips and flat screwdrivers, electrical tape, duct tape, extra pedal, extra pedal springs, pliers, microphone clips, hi hat clutch, box cutter, zipties, and snare string (or plastic strips).

[@BatManWayneCorp]

Props to Dave for deciding not to do what most other youtubers do and aim for maximum usefulness, instead

[@Gannithedrummer]

With regards to tools, I carry a multitool, a leatherman charge titanium. Can't count the times it saved my life. I also love to carry a micro-fibre cloth, I like to give the kit (especially the bassdrum from all the drumstick sawdust from playing cymbals) a good wipe to look clean.

[@CyberChrist]

I need felts on top of my cymbals because I tighten them up until they all have similar sustain times. It also avoids overpowering the kit with the cymbals. You also had a good lifehack to avoid paying for moongels, using sticky plastic letters for children :P

[@alanduncan1980]

Pliers are great when you're using someone else's hardware and they've tightened the crap out of the wingnuts for some reason.

[@trumanarma]

I am one of that guys lol. I do it because my hardware is very old and used

[@elijahmccormick3360]

That is one of my biggest pet peeves!

[@mont.gomerie]

i do that on the tom-to bass parts cos i cant tighten with my hands enough. dont like them slipping.

[@hiqwertyhi]

that drumstick wingnut trick is probably the most important thing i learned in high school, our band teacher was a percussionist

[@anderjl276ps]

Great vid David. The drummer world needs people like you. ☺

[@toomdog]

You can use moon gels on cymbals too if you need to pull back the cut or sustain.

[@chasependleton1161]

Is that the $20 Walmart cymbal?

[@cactusland88]

Hi Dave, fun video. I carry all my tools and gadgets in a small Craftsman tool bag made of canvas. It's tough yet small and holds all the spare parts I need. Even a full roll of duct tape fits in.

[@detentionroompunishment5491]

I am obsessed with 3,5 inches deep piccolo Snare Drums with Remo Ambassador Coated drumheads

[@ljdunsmore1]

I usually always carry a leatherman multi tool in my bag-o-stuff and that covers your knife or scissors, pliers, flat and philips head screwdrivers. Pretty much any of the tools you may need short of Allen wrenches and drum key. But I also have one of the pearl drum tech tools and it's invaluable. Has screw drivers and Allen keys that fit all pearl equipment (obviously) Long hauls on the road I'll carry a bigger bag that contains pedal springs, hihat tension springs, snare straps, snares, extra lugs, leg casings and screws in the case something would inevitably break I love being my own drum tech!! because I'm waaaaay to broke to afford one 😆 and also jealous of another man touching my drums 😡

[@peterhlinka4789]

I've done production work for television and motion pictures for a good long while well before wearing my current stage/sound reinforcement rigging and monitor mix eng hats. And there is no better method in deciding what's essential and works best for the fast paced, constant momentum and adaptive flexibility needed to be an integrel and valuable 'hand in a contemporary stage or production crew. Whether on a soundstage/location video/film shoot, venue in house stagehand, union local event load in/out, riding a road circuit, world class touring or maybe a house of worship on Sunday morning, never forget to bring your best crew work ethic. Aside from open toed shoes not having much of one or not using it is the single most reason people don't get call backs or are escorted off stage. It's been my experience that even. At times, even a technical skillset and journeyman experience fall in second place to personable positive and unifying comraderie that draws a crew in just as a bandmember does not just by technical virtuosity but encouragement and an awareness of how vital it is for individuals to desire and contribute towards an inspiring, high-functioning work environment for everyone. Let's face it, the hours and conditions of doing what we love can be long, not always pleasant and at times frustratingly unavoidable. The only thing you can change is attitude. and contagiously could be the difference between a memorable gig or a miserable one. Oh yeah, don't forget some cortisone aerosol spray or cream and a change of clean underwear o because sweaty monkey butt ass rash is the worst, ANSAIDS like ibuprofen relieve headache and tense, sore muscles and joints. I only need one multitool for drums or anything short of soldering. The Leatherman Skeletool everything you need along including half a dozen on board bits of your choice. No bigger than a gerber folding knife. Indispensable. That, two drumkeys (one always on your keyring) and a mini-phono to 1/4" stereo phono adapter (aka headphone adapter) someone always will need one and you'll never get it back so buy a dozen. And last, if you possibly can ( or save in advance and tuck it in a stick bag pocket) $50 to better expect the unexpected, hire a cab or help out that bass player who always seems to come up short at restaurants....

[@weehudyy]

@@peterhlinka4789 " you'll never get it back , so buy a dozen ... " Ba-Doom tishhhhhh ... Truth Brother . I ran PA for bands I played drums in for ***kin years ... We're practical people ... I had adapters that would convert anything to anything , spare 1/4 in jack to jacks , 9 v batteries , those ' jug cord ' power cables . My brother the bass player used to set up my tubs while I set up the sound ... Despite being an arty farty academic , I spent a lot of my musical downtime in construction , my mentor told me ' anticipation is the name of the game ... ' Thinking about what might happen next is a rewarding strategy in all fields on endeavour

[@chrisggoodwin777]

I prefer to carry a tackle box because it's set up for emergencies with the 3 instruments I play (with mediocre proficiency 😉). I carry allen wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, a couple of knives, cymbal felts and wingnuts, beaters, beater felts (by DW MDD can replace the beater itself apart from the rest of the assembly), guitar picks, guitar and bass strings, a patch cord, speak-on cable, power cable, mic, memory locks, pen, sharpie, moon gels, drum keys, a small socket set, truss rod tool, a flashlight, 9v batteries, an extra set of IEMs, and a phone charger. I also have some miscellaneous replacement parts I've accumulated over the years. My tackle box is pretty compact; a top tray with 3 compartmentalized drawers. It's no bigger than my double bass pedal case. I know I carry a lot of stuff, but I prefer to be over-prepared, especially when both my guitar player and bass player have taken advantage of my extra strings and picks lol

[@captain_dsz6049]

a few things i would add are the drum multitool it has 3 different drum keys a bunch of common drum hex/alan keys as well as a phillips mini screwdriver and on the other side is a hole you can use to quickly tighten/loosen wing nuts, as well as a flat head screwdriver for parts like the china cymbal mount amongst others, earplugs which wether you are playing or watching a gig they will become invaluable, and maybe a special drum key such as the one that tightens/loosens 4x instead of one, or the drum key drill bit for quick head replacing, what i use as my emergency kit is usually the pouch of eithre my cymbal bag or stick bag, otherwise fantastic suggestions david! also another common reason for allan/hex keys is for drum racks

[@Drummerpocket]

Good Video David- I have been carrying a similar bag of useful items. In addition I carry a medium-small size crescent wrench (adjustable wrench) in addition to pliers. Now having seen your video I will now add the hi hat clutch. Thanks!

[@drumsNstuff79]

Here is what I carry to every show: 1. Tools: I have a tool bag I throw in my car. It is fully loaded with wrenches, screwdrivers of every size, hex/allen keys, a small hammer, a utility knife, tape measure, and some pliers. The tape measure is helpful for winning fights with guitar players over stage space! lol.. 2. Leatherman multitool and swiss army knife 3. Small drill with drum key bit. It makes quick changes a breeze. 4. Various drum keys: An old 90 degree angle key with allen key on other end (from Gibralter pedal I had), Evans magnetic key, Evans spin key, Rhythm Tech torque key. These keys also help me change heads and tune quicker. I leave the magnetic key on my floor tom for quick access. 5. Drum Dial tuner. I use this more at home before the gig and use the torque key for speed, but sometimes I have more setup time and can double check with the dial. 6. Moongels 7. A roll of Gaffer tape, for muffling, etc. 8. spare plastic snare straps, snare cords, felts, rubber cymbal sleeves, tension screws, velcro strips, screws and washers (for lugs) in a zip lock bag. 9. Spare clutch. I use a Gibralter quick release clutch and my spare is a normal one with a washer that can come loose, but at least I have it anyways. 10. Spare bass drum beater 11. Hearos musician ear plugs. A must for me. 12. Milwaukee Inkzall marker. Like a Sharpie but better! Writes on anything! 13. A good small flashlight 14. Pens, pencils, highlighters, my daily planner, and small notebooks. For networking, notes, phone numbers and saving last minute dates that may come up. 15: Power strip. Your bandmates will have several , but if they forget, yours will come in handy. Trust me. 16: Chapstick, Deodorant anti-perspirant, Asthma Inhaler, allergy pills, tissues, mini first aid kit, band-aids, sunglasses, bug spray and sunscreen (both in summer only) because Maine is awesome for outdoor playing in picturesque places. Island boat party? Check! 17: iPhone and charger cable. I put all from number two down in my favorite LL Bean backpack, which is my gig pack I take on every show. It has a huge pocket underneath for a pair of shoes, I keep my Teva sandals in it in the summer. It has a bungee net for jacket or sweatshirt, and many pockets for all my little items. Plus my stick bag fits in it too.

[@drumsNstuff79]

Also I just remembered. I have so many sticks and brushes, I keep a full spare stickbag in my car. But a spare pair under the seat will do too.

[@ShaolinLambKiller]

I used my cymbal bag that also included an extra pair of shoes. Hammer. And 3 sets of sticks. Aside from felts. Drum keys and screw/nut drivers

[@lceminf]

I don't even play drums, why i like this channel so much

[@mikerotch4946]

I carry an extra mic cable because in my experience they love to crap out right during the soundcheck. I also carry a cigarette lighter even though I don't smoke because someone might ask you for it and they might be a good contact to have.

[@avgdrummer]

I usually always have a multi-tool (Leatherman, Gerber) in my vehicle, so that would also be at the gig with me. I put everything in my stick bag pockets.

[@joerico9461]

More for recording, if you have a floor tom that won't stop ringing. Use three or four cotton balls mesh together and flattened out. Take off the top head and drop it in the center on the bottom head and put top head back on this will stop the ringing.

[@johnvanboolen7820]

Hi David, thanks good video, I carry a spare pedal spring but also a spare cheapo pedal. I've found the thread on the hi hat clutch can loosen and the top hat flaps around, I use PTFE tape on the threads and in an emergency you could use cellophane from a cig packet! I once had my pedal spring break and used a load of elastic bands from the beater and attached it to the stool !

[@robynkingswood3216]

I use a toiletry bag, like what you might use when camping or traveling. It's durable and small enough, but you can also use a small messenger bag like I used to a year ago. I don't know which I prefer. Both work great.

[@sethdavis459]

Sweet vid. Love the new place!

[@alank.c.3822]

When I saw the title of the video I thought you were running out of ideas, but the video was actually pretty good!

[@rdavidr]

I aim to please!

[@alank.c.3822]

You never fail, man, cheers!

[@Hannibu]

Instead of cymbal sleeves, I also use small plastik hoses. An assortment of cable adapters is also good to have. I prefer the slapklatz damper over the moongel. They have different sized pads and the packing is better.

[@joshcrum570]

A crescent wrench is a really nice thing to have as well I also like to have some stuff for other members of the band like picks capos mike covers cords and some strings

[@bertweyeb]

I carry it in a small toilet bag. At the time I was putting all those things together i didn't find a proper box, so I took a toilet bag :P Apart from all the things you said, it also contains a Triangle (+ Holder from K&M I can mount to any stand), a Shaker, Eggs, Claves and a mount for my cowbell.

[@teretubby]

"So..." -every rdavidr video's intro

[@johnpaulmills3467]

During summer in australia i carry talc or climbers chalk for my hands haha. also a spare shirt/hoodie for obvious reasons, but if you get to the gig and your kicks too boomy you can shove it in the kick or drape it where the beater smacks to head to chill it out a bit

[@itsn0g00d]

Instead of a flashlight I have a headlamp, which is fantastic for setups and teardowns. I usually have a Leatherman-style multi-tool in my stick bag on top of the pliers and screwdrivers in the crash kit. And band-aids - I've lost count of the times my fingers have gotten dinged up setting up or tearing down, and they also work for extra muffling!

[@gracielol9342]

You educate me on drums more than all of my drum teachers combined.

[@Fresh_I.S.C.]

i carry pretty much all of the same exact stuff with the addition of pedal springs and assemblies. and it all fits in the accessory pouch of my cymbal bag.

[@Bradwick1]

You could replace the square bit with a hex wrench for bass drum pedal fine adjustment. Old Trixon hardware on the drum lugs will break off instantly with the first attempt to turn. There is no alternative but to drill them out, best to leave them be. Wing nuts always get dropped in setups over or near water or other impossible places to look for them or they are commonly stripped out on the house drum kit :) I carry 2 sharpies, one black, one gold or silver for dark surfaces, also snare strainer string or plastic strips to keep snare wires on. ya never know.

[@gingernproud9089]

I have a drum multi-tool, a knife, some pliers, extra felts and tension rods, and a pencil as well as dampening material (electric tape included) all in a little tackle box with removable dividers in it. I keep my extra bass drum beater in my stick bag because it has a separate holder for it.

[@gingernproud9089]

And of course you can’t forget your cymbal sleeves

[@olivercox3013]

I add a couple extra little things - not tools for the drum kit specifically but definitely things you may need on a gig. - Tissues - Band-aids - paracetamol - a good musli bar

[@lelhothedevil]

For the container I like to carry microphone pouches. Like the ones from shure that come with an sm57. If you need more space you can use more of those. If you have more than one pouch then consider using a double bassdrumpedal bag for a single pedal and throw the pouches in there.

[@weehudyy]

I like that ... I carry mics and cables to most of my gigs , another mic pouch in the case takes up next to zero room . Back when I was touring a lot I took kick pedal springs as well . I had a Swiss Army knife in the kit too ... Security at the Australian Parliament House confiscated it when my band played the Great Hall .

[@dustinthiessen]

Dude! Robertson bits for the win.

[@KesslerMickschGeorgeII]

Small adjustable crescent wrench for nuts that have sides. Pliers are great for stuff that’s meant to be finger tight.

[@tate_berkey]

Very useful video Dave! I'm be traveling to Memphis for the Youth Blues Showcase in January, and all of the places where I'm playing, I'm gonna have to use a house kit. I'll definitely be puting together one of these kits soon. Thanks!

[@prestong103]

I liked the info rdavidr

[@stevelinwood8362]

Dave, i,m new to you're Channel, but enjoy what you Teach! And Play!👍👍

[@joshua6372]

i use my cymbal case patch since i already have to use the case. multi tool, moon gel, drum key, sticks, xlr cable,snare strainer from old drum heads cut out, back up in ears headphones(always keep back up in case in house blows your headphones),cymbal felt and sleeves.

[@TheStudioDrummer]

I dig the Wrigley's box. I keep extra bass pedal springs in mine.

[@moondrums]

Great tips. Really enjoy your program.

[@kiltymacbagpipe]

If you break a snare strap you can use a drinking straw or two in a pinch. I carry ribbon as an alternative to Mylar strips.

[@Boynice-vo7lv]

3.32 min that's 100% me if I try to eat with China sticks😂

[@therockaholic4009]

Clothes pins. Super helpful.

[@joshclements497]

i started using double sided velcro instead of zip ties. comes in a roll you can cut it to any length you need and it doesn't have sharp shards of plastic to slice your hand open. its great for any kind of cable management and reusable. edit spelling

[@shadowplay9955]

Can you do a part two to weird instruments

[@5bisley]

I use a Crown Royal bag to carry my emergency stuff like pedal screws, hh clutch, tape, felts, sleeves etc.. Stick bag has the screwdriver and snare straps. Spare 9v batteries in the gig bag.

[@Rustyjamesman]

I keep a drum key keychained on my car keys so I'll never forget it

[@simon01837]

Medical tape for fingers . Headache tablets . Having to do a set with a headache sucks. Even the best kits have small grub scews so a small allen set is a given. Bust bass drum leg rest it on two of the three legs of a cymbal stand . Oh I almost forgot my most important thing A FLOOR MAT , anything carpet etc . A stops your kick getting scratched if playing on a hard suface and B, if the grips on your kick pedals isnt enough then it can stop your bass wandering off in a paticulary busy tune.. Cheers si.

[@stevemorris2260]

I always pack a ratchet strap (in case you have a house kit, or forget your rug) and the bass drum slips away while playing. Just tie the bass drum to your throne.

[@grandolddrummer]

One thing I learned to carry to a show was sore throat lozenges. I got sick the day before my last gig and had to play while sick. Those things made the show way more bearable.

[@grandolddrummer]

Oh! And blister band aids. Not only for myself, but for other drummers. Had to give a couple to a guy at a show recently.

[@belmontnmilwaukee]

I also carry a bass drum beater chain, I use an older pedal parts wear out. Good to have in case.

[@Pma_Brandon]

Nice vid! I caryy extra water bottles, and a spare t shirt. And stickers for dampening and bass head to beater protection.

[@erraticboss168]

I use a stick bag for my stuff 💁 but also there's a good oil called "3 in 1 motor oil" or something like that. Its the best oil if something is squeaking etc. Hope I helped

[@nelsonrodriguez2085]

That oil is amazing, have used it to fix anything from fans, skateboard hardware, and even a gamecube controller

[@erraticboss168]

Nelson Rodriguez Yeah man i use it for basically anything, works absolute wonders

[@gabescustoms3281]

I carry 3 drum keys, extra snares, 5 wing nuts, 10 felts, 5 hihat felts, and 5 cymbal felts, and 5 wing nuts with the screws on the bottom, a knife, a flashlight too, and pliers, and 4 cymbal sleeves, and last but not least, 2 hi hat clutches, And moon gel

[@kurttennant7747]

Zip ties are very useful. Much better for fixing your kick pedal than electrical wire! lol

[@Jellybean199611]

I would also carry around pen and paper, a set of allen keys, and a $20 bill. Excellent idea on bringing a second bass drum beater. I once broke one in half at the intro of the first song. Had to play the song with my left foot, grab the singer's mic, and ask if any of the other drummers on the bill would let me borrow their beater. Took a healthy 5 minutes out of our set and was quite embarrassing on my part...

[@koolBOY8323]

Quick drying super glue. A gerber multitool. Slip joint pliers and a crescent wrench.

[@erinwright7104]

I don't need a tool kit cuz I never leave my house :p

[@dominicneeson1613]

4.53, best part of the whole video!

[@erraticboss168]

Dominic Neeson 4:53 *

[@datutturugang666]

knives are underrated asf.. i used mine countless times when playing live

[@mikebarker9187]

Make sure your spare hi-hat clutch fits your traveling hi-hat rod. Rods are different sizes and shapes. Of course. Nothing is ever easy.

[@toomdog]

The knife is for when people ask if they can play your drums or if someone requests mustang sally

[@Zukoloid]

if someone touches your expensive cymbals too, if you’re into that sorta thing

[@amwitty_]

FUN FACT! I was at a gig (first time EVERYTHING was relied on me to bring) and last minute I want'ed to switch the hi-hats. When I showed up, I had realized I left my only clutch on the other hi-hats I left at home -_-

[@hansgrueber8169]

A Glock 17 is a good add to the bag.

[@mynirvana1686]

Hans Grueber na go with the 26 its more compact

[@MattJohnVO]

Edc

[@elkayezs8wslkwaterfountain826]

Nah go with the 43. Ammo is dirt cheap cause you can find 9mm eveeywhere and its plenty compact. If you want extreme amounts of compactness then go with a ruger lcp.

[@toomdog]

For when the guitar player puts his foot on your kick, right?

[@yes14-s5g]

Die Hard?

[@uwepetersen]

As always very informative. Thanks!