Mad Drummer Drum Set Tour

[@markgabriel5797]

This is the most incredibly detailed drum rig rundown I have ever seen. I wish more drummers would do rundowns this way. Excellent job Steve!

[@themaddrummerofficial]

We're NERDS. We're NERDS! LOL I sure appreciate it Mark.

[@markgabriel5797]

@@themaddrummerofficial we appreciate you! Thanks again!

[@kippertrace5808]

​@themaddrummerofficial most importantly after all you've mentioned, what about ''footwear'' To me, I cant play properly without my reeboks😅

[@RustyShackleford_]

Your antics are really great to see, but the thing that draws people in is your ability. You keep posting videos, and we'll keep watching them.

[@mybrotherjames8579]

Got my first pro level kit 23 years ago. I was swapping heads out trying to dial in the sound and feel I wanted. I kept going back to those eq3’s until I finally realized they were the sound I wanted and been using them on all my drums since. They are such phenomenal heads!

[@themaddrummerofficial]

I took me a long time to realize, what's "popular" isn't always the best choice (for me). I know that sounds like an obvious statement, but it's soooo easy to just use what everyone else is using.

[@tazmane3]

Great breakdown of the gear...the bloopers were great..."I'd rather just mow the damn yard" got me 🤣🤣

[@themaddrummerofficial]

LOL I'm glad you got a kick from it. The funny thing is, it's the TRUTH. I'm honestly kind of new to making KZbin videos. Dude, it's a LOT of work. :-)

[@exafrost]

@@themaddrummerofficial Wait... those were bloopers???? Oh believe me, it takes a great deal of getting used to talking to the audience through the camera and make it feel natural, you did fantastic! Now, try doing it live in a stream while playing video games... Yeah... that's a whole different kettle of bees. I keep catching myself rambling on about stuff that has absolutely nothing to do with the game or a question someone asked me in the live chat. I just pause, throw out a complete nonsense comment and then go back to what I was talking about. Reading from a script is too hard for me to do.

[@themaddrummerofficial]

@@exafrost Yea, you spend your entire life performing for a CROWD... then you suddenly find yourself just starring into the abyss (the camera). I appreciate the nice words. The only way I could start a channel, was to give myself "permission" to grow. Meaning I knew it was going to take some time. Hopefully it gets better with each video. LOL If not, I'm kind of doomed. 🤣

[@JawTooth]

I remember when I first got on KZbin and the video of you playing drums was one of the first videos that I saw. That impressed me so much that I started watching other videos and then started my own channel. You are a legend !

[@themaddrummerofficial]

Dude, you have like 230k subs. You're KILLING IT. That's so great to see.

[@wilfried-d.fuxbed6202]

Thanks for the tour! 🤘 You’d probably be a very good teacher. Your explaining is very good. Now I know more about the way you work behind the drums. Thanks and cheers

[@themaddrummerofficial]

I appreciate that. However, I'm not that I'd have the patience to teach. Two of my best friends teach guitar, and they're WONDERFUL at it. But the ol' ADHD would likely kick in sooner than later, and spoil the whole thing. 🤣

[@JSGenesisDesigns]

I used to be in tablegames at grand casino, enjoyed your show many a weekend. One of a kind drummer

[@themaddrummerofficial]

Oh Goodness. Yep, I played that room about a thousand times. A lot of really good people there. Thanks for the comment.

[@JSGenesisDesigns]

@@themaddrummerofficial now if only Rick stayed out of the way lol. Just kidding. Looked forward to you guys there, standing in the black jack pit got pretty boring. You were one of our best shows

[@nickferrence8593]

Well that was 12 minutes well spent. Steve your professionalism is top notch. That was a very in depth explanation. I love your drumming and your antics. Cheers to many more years of playing.

[@americanwoman4795]

🤗 I have watched and listened to your video's since hearing you on talk radio bout 10 years ago. Long story short version growing up my sister and brother played instruments from Jr high up as I did, we were all a year apart in age. My brother's room was on the other side of the wall from my room. I'm going to eat humble pie once again as I played several instruments growing up, I grew up hollering at my brother who (You guessed it) played the drums, telling him that drums just make a lot of noise it wasn't REAL music. 🥴 I couldn't even hear myself when I practiced in my room every night the Alto Sax, guitar and flute. I had a piece of that Humble pie when our band was short drummers for the Stock Show Parade. I volunteered to learn the drums as we had a lot of Sax players. Armed with my drumsticks and a padded block of wood I preceded to learn the cadence. I blew it🤯, I was surrounded by drummers and my part was simple, but I couldn't tune them out😖 and you have to be able to walk and chew gum at the same time😳😳. 🥧🥧🥧🥧. Later in life my Sons' FIL was an avid drummer and played in a band in the Midwest he was over the moon to be a grandpa to his first grandchild a boy and he couldn't wait to teach him to play the drums too. My grandson lost his grandpa to a person texting while driving in Missouri and pulled out in front of him (he was on his motorcycle). So those drums are sitting in storage, I hope that someone like yourself will show up with the knowledge and love for the drums to ignite that ❤‍🔥 again. What a great tutorial you put up here☺☺. I will be sharing this with them. Keep em coming you certainly had me awe stuck with the amount of information and all the setup. I had been mesmerized with watching you playing with both feet and still not missing a beat while captivating the public with your humor. We need lots more people like you.☺☺☺☺

[@themaddrummerofficial]

When I was younger, I played a few different instruments as well. I played guitar for several years (even played banjo some). Also played trumpet in the school band. But when I dipped into drums, it was pretty much all over. I haven't had a guitar in my hand in many many years. Thanks for the kind words.

[@douglasnowell4353]

Thank you so much, I'm 60 and I'm still learning!!!

[@christopherdowney6055]

Dude, I love the "antics", but I love watching and hearing a killer drummer even without antics. That track was incredible! Thanks for the gear tour!

[@TheDeuceWins]

Amazingly detailed breakdown brother, much appreciated! Also loved the bloopers at the end lol

[@rubrshrk]

Thank you, Steve! Your content and insights are welcome and useful. I still think @Drumeo needs you.

[@spencerharding5328]

It’s always fun to share the rig run down when it comes to our baby’s. We must pay respect 🫡

[@davidkingery5212]

I really enjoyed listening to you I've been playing drums over 50 year's does that mean anything nope ! But no one has caught my attention like you!

[@meekoloco]

Man I appreciate all the detail, especially for the mics! A lot of pro drummers lack the knowledge or don’t care to share all the deep detail of their rigs.

[@themaddrummerofficial]

That makes me feel great, I’m glad you enjoyed it. Sometimes I think “I” am the only person obsessed with this stuff. LOL

[@meekoloco]

@@themaddrummerofficialNo sir, I’m right there with ya! 😂

[@TheGigashadow]

Great video Steve, thanks for the insight, it's rare to get this kind of detail, and the outtakes were funny!

[@squeezyb]

Most people don't know where that viral video of you came from, I remember seeing it ages ago and instantly recognized that Knoebels stage! I go there every single year and love seeing it pop up on the internet every now and again

[@joemanderino6234]

Thanks for the tuning info, Steve. I will give it a try...

[@charlesrichter3468]

I don't know anything about percussion and now I know something cool. Great explanation of the equipment.

[@sandyhanson6082]

Thanka Steve!!

[@rokker101]

Steve that was brilliant ... love your playing so precise and kicks some serious ass! ..would love you to do some instructional videos on your technique especially your double kicks !

[@themaddrummerofficial]

Thank you. I have a lot I want to do, it's just deciding what I want to do next. I'm sort of new to putting these things together, and it's a LOT of work. But I hope to try and do some of that in the future.

[@hustlerblaze]

Rick Kay called me years ago, when you were thinking about leaving. I was referred by someone in Bob Dewey's network. I told Rick that what you did in your show wasn't me. Plus, I wasn't willing to leave my corporate job to go back to music full time. Glad you are still around. Love the set.

[@themaddrummerofficial]

I appreciate that. BTW, Dewey is a solid camper, and has a great sense of humor.

[@hustlerblaze]

@@themaddrummerofficial He and Chris Hogsett were always a blast.

[@yourdrummer2034]

Nice kit! Thanks fir the update Steve!

[@iloveNgany]

Don’t know much about you but the second I saw that kit I can tell you are a SERIOUS player. Outstanding rig in every respect.

[@themaddrummerofficial]

I appreciate that. Don't feel bad... sometimes I don't know about me either. LOL

[@DrumMenace]

I also have used Audix mics internally mic'd for years...love it. I play Pearls and they also place the airhole just above the floor tom leg. I opted to drill into the shell. I know...taboo, but it works and I didn't have to alter my FT legs. I knew that the mics will always be in the drums so making them permanent was fine for me. Love the completeness of your rig rundown.

[@themaddrummerofficial]

I know what you mean about it being "taboo." But I also know what you mean by "doing it anyway." 🤣🤣🤣

[@AlexanderGibbonsAudio]

(Friendly neighbourhood sound engineer here) As a supplement to your point about drum gates and dynamics: I like using piezo triggers on drums, I use these as the input source for the noise gates on the drum channels, because the trigger only 'reacts' to the sound as the drum is hit, not the sound that the mic is hearing. It lets you use a gate with much lower thresholds than you would if the gate were 'listening' to the various signals the microphone is exposed to. They can stick to the side of the shells, so won't affect head resonances or anything. Obviously it adds a few extra channels to your input list, but it's one of those situations where the benefit is really worth that in some situations. Your solution (internal miking) is wonderful by the way, I'm not here to knock it.. Just thought I'd mention this as an alternative if folks watching haven't made the leap to owning their own mic set and mounting them in the same way. Great video by the way, very informative :)

[@themaddrummerofficial]

Right On!!! That's an ol' school trick, and it's works really well (especially if the engineer understands what's going on, and WHY you're doing it). You can get great results with it for sure.

[@michaelstein2535]

Steve your amazing bro,I love watching you play

[@TrayChester01]

I don't even play anymore and you checked all the boxes. Thanks for the vid!

[@marilynjohnson969]

Love watching you play steve ,your the best drummer i have ever heard , god your amazing , stay safe love from Australia ❤

[@rcattz5755]

Thx for the tour Steve. Keep the videos coming.

[@RealMelodyBlue]

Love ya!!! Glad to see you back!!

[@marcelojaviertwt]

WELCOME BACK!!!! DON'T DISAPPEAR AGAIN!

[@ripper2087]

Awesome detail and description of your kit. Love your videos. Obviously, the videos with your interaction with Rick K are hilarious. My favorite might be from the drum clinic when you were playing a solo and Brian Hitt from REO is sitting there watching and admiring. Please keep posting vids.

[@themaddrummerofficial]

I really appreciate that. Brian has always been very kind to me. In fact, he’s responsible for my Ludwig endorsement (before I went to Tama).

[@NintenDub]

I don't even know how I'm subscribed to you.crazy how many subs you got with only 4 videos

[@themaddrummerofficial]

I've been very fortunate... and I've tried to never take any of it for granted. 🙏

[@adamvita1334]

I think that was the most clear and comprehensive gear tour iv seen, loved it. Play hard brother.

[@kdw735]

Love to watch you play and so glad it is your thing. Looks like an enormous amount of work and creativity. When I watch Buddy Rich I cant help but think he had to burn night after night and he could never just play and blend so hope you get to from time to time. Thanks for posting.

[@themaddrummerofficial]

I've thought the same thing about Buddy. Most people would have been "disappointed" if he wasn't COOKING. They wanted to see him on fire, not just playing good drums. Man, to this day, nobody can touch Buddy (imo).

[@scottishwarrior3438]

Impressive kit Steve Moore.

[@johanneswarn5488]

What a beautiful kit, super classy and cool. Interesting to see a rundown of it!

[@jono8605]

Steve Moore. This is an absolutely great video you have done. Great information on how you set your kit up.

[@PrzemekM25]

Pls. more drum playing videos like last heavy one.

[@jamiecarter5083]

Love your playing. You're fun to watch. Great run down.....

[@LouisFLamas]

You are in my top5 Keep rocking.

[@dontaylor748]

It was awesome to get the tour, and to see the real Steve. Your are truly an inspiration to many drummers…

[@amc164]

And the LEGEND continues...MUCH RESPECT MY DOOD!! 🤘🏽🙏🏽🤘🏽🙏🏽

[@Gnosis3]

Not a drummer or musician, just a music lover. I appreciate your talent, style, and openness to share your knowledge with others. Blessings.

[@simionetransportinc6238]

A marvelously sounding set ...and so clean and polished!

[@titanjde]

Excellent rig tour! You talked about your antics at the beginning but behind all that is one hell of a skilled drummer. Love this!

[@brostelio]

I love everything about this man.

[@marcus_mayhem]

Huge inspiration for me. I remember being overseas when I first saw his vids. Inspired me to take up drumming again a couple years ago after I retired from the military.

[@themaddrummerofficial]

First off, THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE!!! 🙏 And I'm so happy to hear you began playing again. That's fantastic news.

[@AJtheRatty]

Love Audix. I used to work across the street from their factory!

[@hughneutron5303]

i've been playing drums for 20 years and never heard of the cobra clutch. i always just used a drop clutch. MIND BLOWN!!!!

[@themaddrummerofficial]

I might be wrong here, but I don't think Tama makes the clutch any longer. Might have to call around to music stores to see if they have one in storage or something.

[@hughneutron5303]

@@themaddrummerofficial there's one on ebay for 200 bones complete with case. that seems like a steal if they don't make 'em anymore! btw huge fan. your drummer is at the wrong gig video was probably the first viral drum video i ever saw as a kid (29 now)

[@davidryan834]

I've been fortunate enough to see you play several times throughout my life. Before the viral video and all. This whole video just affirms how freaking cool you really are!!

[@jpsmith8523]

You have been my favorite drummer for awhile now, and loved your last video metal double kick madness!!! Awesome, just simply awesome

[@70x7band]

1:35... The infamous "SNYDER SNARE!" I know that has always been your favorite snare, and I'll bet that Dave regrets giving it up to this day! I have to admit that I'm surprised by the D4's on the rack toms. We've got three of the D2's for close-mic'ing toms, and never considered buying a D4. I thought they were designed for floor toms, but just like you, we use D6's on the floors when we're running sounds.

[@themaddrummerofficial]

It certainly "are" the Snyder Snare!!! If I'm not mounting the mics inside, I like D2's on the tom toms, and D4's (or D6's) on the floors. But the D4's just sound great in the toms, plus there's a LOT of pressure there, as it's in the drum.

[@izzyno715]

Love watching all of your videos! They never disappoint! Time well spent! 🤓🤓

[@petenestor1]

Lessons from decades of experience compressed into a short video. Nice.

[@christerolausson2702]

You’re awesome! More downloads, please!

[@MisterMotion]

Pro sound guy here, dude that kit is CLEAN and sounds fantastic 🤘

[@ericcarr1648]

I absolutely love my cobra clutch. I'm lost without it.

[@whiteyjwatson]

Awesome!!! Very cool kit (and finally another Tama guy around Weston! Lol)

[@joeovermoe2124]

Love the drum rig rundown! Thanks for going so in depth on all of the details!!

[@brahmdempers1005]

the most perfect rundown ive ever seen. clear and to the point everything u wanna know. thanks mr crazy!

[@themaddrummerofficial]

I'm glad it was helpful. Thanks for the nice words.

[@saulhudson302]

My hero has popped up , Champion you R ✌

[@smccool452]

Really great rig breakdown. Much appreciated!

[@saydax4371]

You are just such a nice person, thank you for this video

[@jerrylitchfield4111]

He really is a nice guy and one of the best drummers I've ever heard. I love all the stuff he does and he never misses a beat. Steve, you are awesome man, please keep rocking and looking forward to your next video!

[@themaddrummerofficial]

I certainly appreciate that.

[@timknevels9650]

Beautiful kit

[@Backwoods145]

Thank you steve!! I love your drum sound an now I you told me how to get close to yours or Vinnies thick, wet, low thundering sound!! Again thank you!!

[@exafrost]

As someone who doesn't play drums, I have a much greater appreciation and insight, thanks to you! I've been in a few bands and know lots of drummers, but none of them have every explained things in such a clear and understandable way (to me). Thanks Steve! You are top notch!

[@willrockdesigns]

Dude the last vid was sick. You are a beast.

[@rockabillyron]

Thank you Steve! You are an inspiration for me. Show-wise as well as technique. Can't wait on new videos. Both 'mad drummer' as technique like the last one. Loved that!

[@ronbaker8383]

Beautiful tama kit

[@Mike-ol7xp]

IEM's - KZ KS10 Pro (2 Pin) or BASN Pro (MMCX) work fine, just upgrade the cable to an 8 core and you're all set. Both sets run around $50 US on Amazon. The KZ's now come bundled with an upgraded cable for $69 US. Been using the KZ's for 5 years and still holding up just fine.

[@themaddrummerofficial]

Yea, that's exactly what I mean. It's not like it was 20 years ago where you HAD to pay hundreds of dollars (just the get the entry level). And it's sooooooo beneficial.

[@BigJimmy]

Nice kit Steve, I like that

[@roberttaylor1275]

Thanks Steve...I've been a follower since your..." WRONG GUY FOR THE GIG " POST!!!!! people labeled me as YOU..I said...THATS A COMPLIMENT!!!! I LOVE HOW YIUR INFLUENCES ARE SIMULAR...SHANNONS A BEAST!!!!!.. tha KS man!!!! And noticed yiur band was very talented...singer gettn on drums etc...great singers are also drummers I've shared stage with..I'm happy to now be a subscriber 👍🤙💥🌹💜

[@themaddrummerofficial]

I appreciate that. However, I actually left that band a few years ago. Looking for something new at the moment. Regarding Shannon, he is the GODFATHER to me. I literally worship Shannon!!! 🤘 I've also been fortunate enough to meet him several times. He's invited me backstage and all of that. He's a really nice person. He's rather soft spoken (compared to what you'd expect). But overall, and really gentle person.

[@moshpixel_8408]

Thanks for doing this, Love the kit and love the May system too!

[@homesaverchimney]

Excellent informative video Steve. As usual your sense of humor is great. I find myself looking at kits again as I have my business for sale and plan to retire this year. With both kits I owned I too had my carpet marked where every stand went as well as memory locks on all the stands. I was able to have the kit set up, miked and ready to rock in around 30 minutes. I too loved the AAX series and is all I ever had. I love the internal drum mics. Looks great and I'm sure they work great. As far as hearing protection, well unfortunately I never used any and have suffered some hearing loss in my right ear. Toward the end of playing in cover bands I started using ear protection while practicing but the damage was already done so great advice as usual! Meeting you was a highlight in my life as I've told you in the past because you helped me get off my backside and pick up the sticks after 30 or so years which led to my playing in six bands over a six year period. You're a great guy and I wish you much success in the future!

[@themaddrummerofficial]

I'm afraid we're both in the same boat. By the time I realized my hearing was nearly gone, it was too late. That's why I tried to stress it in the video. As you know, it happens very slowly... so you don't even realize the damage that's being done. BTW I appreciate the kind words.

[@a-World-Of-Payne]

I’m not even a drummer, but I found this very informative 🤘 keep up the great work man

[@AmbassadorJenks7086]

You are a beast my friend!!

[@rxqueen999]

Dude such a killer setup!! And may I add looking good Steve!! 🫠🔥🔥🔥🔥🖤🤘🏻

[@smokin5723]

I hope to see more content posted from you. Love your style brother!

[@navahojn55]

Excellent videos BUT need more of them. I am a fan of Mike Portnoy and now I am a fan of "THE MAD DRUMMER"!!!!! I also enjoyed the video when Mike had you on his video expressing his enjoyment of your drumming!!! That is a HUGE complement in its self!!! Thank you!!!! PS......I am a drummer for many years and I appreciate your drumming!!! (Jersey John)

[@themaddrummerofficial]

I really appreciate that. Mike has always been extremely supportive of what I do (and I don't have to tell you how much that has meant to me). In fact, Mike is the person responsible for getting me my Sabian endorsement. I have zero reservations about saying that!!! Because it shows how cool Mike can be. I didn't "ask" him to do that for me, he just did it because he wanted to help me.

[@theadamblock]

​@@themaddrummerofficialMike truly is a man of the people

[@dodgeman789]

Love all your vids and this was an awesome rundown of what you use. Im 47 and just starting to learn, never know maybe someday i will be flailing around like you lol. Keep on what you are doing you are top notch mr. mad😁😛

[@1320pass]

Nice! I run racked (Pearl Icon) toms as well, cymbals too, all memory clamped. Thanks for the tour. Going to have to try the mics in the toms like that. Rawk!🤘

[@themaddrummerofficial]

The Icon stuff is terrific. Very simple (but clever) design. Super strong!

[@MichaelEarl]

Ec2 over g1 is the combo I have been using since they had the silver paper inserts in them. Just sounds right

[@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power]

Beautiful setup, including the racks and heads. I'm from the Peart, Mangini, Portnoy, Bozzio way of cymbology. My kit looks like a cymbal display at a major music store 🤣

[@jdogdaddy]

Great run-thru review. I dig the internal mic's and have been very curious ever since seeing the Maye mics in the late 80's. I dig the symmetrical placement Steve!

[@Taskerofpuppets]

Terrific setup

[@gladyswooden8952]

Ah, show out and work out, baby! This old disabled veteran broad enjoys your kick ass playing as it makes me feel better. Thank you, Mr. Mad Drummer, Sir!

[@drumdad1242]

You might like the Tama sizzle clutch. Great video, love your work. Liked and subscribed. Thanks!

[@themaddrummerofficial]

I almost picked one of those up, just to toss in my back for fly dates, but I sort of forgot about it. I may have to pick one of those up.

[@stikkman61]

My exact same influences... love you Mad Drumma!! 😎🤘

[@theadamblock]

8" deep snare drums need to be protected at all costs 🤘🏻

[@asztalosmate7395]

Hi Steve! First of all, it’s so good to see your return! You’re such a big inspiration for many of us! If you don’t mind, I’d like to ask a few questions, because -as you said- we are, in fact, nerds :’D So… What I'm curious about, is if you could please share your preferred drum throne height, the distance between your kick pedals, the height of your snare drum, and your height. I’m aware this is a lot, but It’d be such an honor to know these.

[@themaddrummerofficial]

Yea, that IS asking a lot. LOL But I’m here to help, so I measured it for you. 🤘 I laid a yardstick on the throne (to get a true measurement). The throne is 23”, the snare is 28” and the space between the pedals is just over 18” (measured at the very back of the heal plates, meaning the SPACE between the plates). Hope that helps. :-)

[@Ron-b7g]

STEVE GREAT VIDEO.

[@davedecker1042]

Love it bro, I ve been playing the Birch/bubinga line for years

[@themaddrummerofficial]

They're just "easy" drums. You know? They just tune right up, and you know pretty much what you're going to get. I have 2 matching kits (this kit, and the other one is in champagne sparkle, matching specs). And they sound the same. THAT is a big deal to me.

[@tdandridgecook]

Great video! Nice to get another point of view. Love your playin'! Thank you for always being entertaining.

[@kingyart]

Man i got too say your playing style screamed Larkin. I’m very inspired by him as well

[@themaddrummerofficial]

Shannon was The Godfather to EVERYTHING I do. I've met him several times, and he's the nicest guy in the world.

[@Darkman24]

Thanks for the vid Steve!

[@gravitydrums1391]

As you can see in my videos I am a Yamaha Guy but this kit is beautiful.

[@liamparker928]

Great video love your drum rig been practising pretty much every day for the last 10 years love it

[@ashuggtube]

Outtakes ❤