Put this video together for some of my private students to help them with their own set up at home! Thought I'd share these points on here for anyone else it may help!
Thank you very much for taking the time to share this with us all. Not knowing anything about drums or how to set them up, your instructions were very clear and makes a LOT of sense. You have a very nice way of explaining things. Thank you again.
Nice. Been playing acoustic for a LONG time. Now I"m 60, just got a electric set and realizing I have to totally change the way I play and approach this new set up. Gave me some good ideas.....but basically, going to have to start over. I think my acoustic days are over.
I got my son an electric drum kit for his birthday and the instructions were completely baffling. It was technically set up, but they didnt offer any best practices or tips. Basically, it was "8 steps and you are done, good luck going forward." This video is really helpful in tweaking the configuration. Thank you for taking the time and sharing your knowledge!
Thanks. Great advice. I just got my Alesis Surge kit a week ago. I set it up and started playing as a rank beginner. It didn't feel just right so after watching your video I started over again, beginning with the throne just like you suggest. Then I positioned snare, then kick, and so on. Now it feels great.
Oi oi Phil, thanks for your advice, it helped me a lot to bend the kit to my will instead of bending myself to the kit's will so to say - without the mistake of creating some weird configuration that may suit me but is nothing like a "real" set or would even be impossible. It's also pleasant how you explain things and just your laidback demeanor so I clicked that subscribe buttoon and I'll be checking out more of your vids as I progress!
I've just finished building my drum riser and sound proofing the place as I'm on the top floor. Next part is setting up my kit so really glad I clicked this video. You've really helped me out! ☺️ Thanks Phil!
Thank you for making this video, I've got my E drum yesterday and there are a lot of good videos on acoustic ones out there but for E kits yours is the best one I've found specially with the positioning of the toms. ❤️🔥
I have about 20 hours of practice on an acoustic kit. I bought a ekit because I underestimated how loud an acoustic kit is. At first I didn't like it at all. The pads are super bouncy compared to my acoustic kit and I wasn't comfortable with the setup. I've tweaked the ekit a little over the last several days and with some play time I'm getting used to it. However I'm worried if I spend enough time on the ekit I'll dislike the acoustic kit. Life is hard haha
Thanks for this, I have been searching for just this basic set up information. I have found almost nothing on drum height and placement relating to electronic drums.
Awesome 👍 I've been playing for 32 years, now. Although I come from an acoustic Kit background, I've been playing an electronic Kit for 12 years. Naturally, I already know this information... however, I'm always interested in how drummerZ choose to educate others... their style of teaching, the particular aspects of drumming that they cover...etc. I really like and appreciate how you explained the basic tennants of electronic drum 🥁 setup 🥁🥁 you definitely earned a Like and a Subscriber 👍👍👍😉😉😉🥁🥁🥁
Thanks Brian! It’s always good to hear a different point of view, even on stuff you’re already familiar with. Thanks for subscribing, I’ll have some more videos coming soon!
How can I set the hihat distance and height so my left hand and right hand sticks don't hit one another. I find I can't lift my left hand high without hitting the right hand stick. ua-cam.com/video/8hXYIax3O-c/v-deo.html
Your hi hat seems to be quite far away from the snare, maybe try bringing it closer to you ( I see you have a double kick pedal which makes that a compromise). Also try adjusting the height of your hi hats relative to the snare drum!
@@philthebeat Yes, the double kick pedal, the left frame of the drum skeleton and the electronic module create some barriers for the placement of the hi hats. I have raised the height of the hi hats and moved the hi hats further back closer to the drum module. This solved the problem. You may want to create another video on how to set up electronic drum with double kick pedal. ua-cam.com/video/04ACxL_Ny-U/v-deo.html
For me, it allows the ride to be in a better position and it just looks more rock n roll 😂 There’s no rules though really, as long as it works for you!
Yeah, I guess so! The downside on most e kits is that you can't really move them enough! You're often quite limited as they are all mounted to the same rack.
Here’s the problem with electronic kits. They’re mostly always set up wrong. A regular acoustic set can be set up ergonomically correctly so that the toms are in front of the snare drum and the ride cymbal over the kick drum. With most electronic kits, you can’t set them up that way.
Put this video together for some of my private students to help them with their own set up at home! Thought I'd share these points on here for anyone else it may help!
Thank you
Thanks!
Thank you very much for taking the time to share this with us all. Not knowing anything about drums or how to set them up, your instructions were very clear and makes a LOT of sense. You have a very nice way of explaining things. Thank you again.
Glad I could help!
Thank you very much for such down to earth practical help.
73 years young and 1st edrum kit. There are no instructions on how to set up. Thanks again.
Glad it helped! Happy drumming 🙌🏻😃
The “how would you hit it if you were air drumming” is a brilliant tip. Thanks!
Makes sense doesn’t it!? Glad you found this useful 😀
Great video. I'm just starting out with an electronic kit and this has really helped with setting up.
Glad it helped you out Dave!
Nice. Been playing acoustic for a LONG time. Now I"m 60, just got a electric set and realizing I have to totally change the way I play and approach this new set up. Gave me some good ideas.....but basically, going to have to start over. I think my acoustic days are over.
Glad this helped ya! Hope you can enjoy your electric kit just the same 👍🏻
I got my son an electric drum kit for his birthday and the instructions were completely baffling. It was technically set up, but they didnt offer any best practices or tips. Basically, it was "8 steps and you are done, good luck going forward."
This video is really helpful in tweaking the configuration. Thank you for taking the time and sharing your knowledge!
Happy to help! There’s quite a difference between “putting it all together” and setting it up the best way for you. Hope he’s enjoying playing it!
Thanks. Great advice. I just got my Alesis Surge kit a week ago. I set it up and started playing as a rank beginner. It didn't feel just right so after watching your video I started over again, beginning with the throne just like you suggest. Then I positioned snare, then kick, and so on. Now it feels great.
Glad it helped!
Oi oi Phil, thanks for your advice, it helped me a lot to bend the kit to my will instead of bending myself to the kit's will so to say - without the mistake of creating some weird configuration that may suit me but is nothing like a "real" set or would even be impossible. It's also pleasant how you explain things and just your laidback demeanor so I clicked that subscribe buttoon and I'll be checking out more of your vids as I progress!
Thank you for checking this out and subbing! Glad to help
I've just finished building my drum riser and sound proofing the place as I'm on the top floor. Next part is setting up my kit so really glad I clicked this video. You've really helped me out! ☺️ Thanks Phil!
Awesome! I hope the sound proofing project went well and you're enjoying playing :)
Thanks Phil, Clear and easy explanations, perfect thanks!
Thank you for making this video, I've got my E drum yesterday and there are a lot of good videos on acoustic ones out there but for E kits yours is the best one I've found specially with the positioning of the toms. ❤️🔥
Glad it helped you out! Thank you 🙏🏻
Excellent Advice! I’m close to the set up I need. This really helped to finish it. Well done and thanks.
Glad I could help Dave, happy drumming!
I've been looking for a video like this for a long time. Thanks!!!
Subscribed :) I am starting to try and learn drums, I have an electric kit and just set it up. Thanks for your helpful video
Thanks for the sub!
I have about 20 hours of practice on an acoustic kit. I bought a ekit because I underestimated how loud an acoustic kit is. At first I didn't like it at all. The pads are super bouncy compared to my acoustic kit and I wasn't comfortable with the setup. I've tweaked the ekit a little over the last several days and with some play time I'm getting used to it. However I'm worried if I spend enough time on the ekit I'll dislike the acoustic kit. Life is hard haha
You'll definitely get used the the e-kit, just keep adjusting it to suit you the best you can!
Thanks for this, I have been searching for just this basic set up information. I have found almost nothing on drum height and placement relating to electronic drums.
You're welcome! I noticed there was a lack of info on this too, glad it helped
Excellent video! Thanks 🙏 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Glad it helped!
Well done mate!
Cheers!
Thank you so much. That was really enlightening.
Glad you found it useful!
Awesome 👍 I've been playing for 32 years, now. Although I come from an acoustic Kit background, I've been playing an electronic Kit for 12 years. Naturally, I already know this information... however, I'm always interested in how drummerZ choose to educate others... their style of teaching, the particular aspects of drumming that they cover...etc. I really like and appreciate how you explained the basic tennants of electronic drum 🥁 setup 🥁🥁 you definitely earned a Like and a Subscriber 👍👍👍😉😉😉🥁🥁🥁
Thanks Brian! It’s always good to hear a different point of view, even on stuff you’re already familiar with. Thanks for subscribing, I’ll have some more videos coming soon!
Excellent video with very important tip thk man!!
Thank you for checking it out!
Useful info. Nice one 👍
Thanks for checking this out, glad it helped!
Super helpful! Thanks so much
Glad it was helpful!
Canny tutorial that mind Phil. I’ll be watching out for that when I next see you gig lol
I don’t necessarily take my own advice haha 😂
@@philthebeat 😂😂. Tasssskkkkk
This is awesome! Thanks!
Glad you found it useful!
Good insights thanks!
thanks for checking it out!
great vid mate, very helpful
Cheers! Happy drumming
didn’t really help me set it up but thanks
I’ve learned a lot of your style My friend. Keep it up
Thanks!
Thank you very much for your helpful video!
Glad it was helpful!
Great video :)
Thanks!
How can I set the hihat distance and height so my left hand and right hand sticks don't hit one another. I find I can't lift my left hand high without hitting the right hand stick. ua-cam.com/video/8hXYIax3O-c/v-deo.html
Your hi hat seems to be quite far away from the snare, maybe try bringing it closer to you ( I see you have a double kick pedal which makes that a compromise). Also try adjusting the height of your hi hats relative to the snare drum!
@@philthebeat Yes, the double kick pedal, the left frame of the drum skeleton and the electronic module create some barriers for the placement of the hi hats. I have raised the height of the hi hats and moved the hi hats further back closer to the drum module. This solved the problem.
You may want to create another video on how to set up electronic drum with double kick pedal.
ua-cam.com/video/04ACxL_Ny-U/v-deo.html
how to connect the electric drums into the amplifier?
It depends, but usually a guitar cable (mono 1/4" jack lead) does the tricks from the "mono out" on the drums to the input on the amplifier?
@@philthebeat thanks lodicakes
Really helpful
Thank you!
You're welcome!
DUDE! thank you
You're welcome!
I was "666" like, so METAL@@philthebeat
Thank you
Why do a lot of drummers only like to use one rack Tom?
For me, it allows the ride to be in a better position and it just looks more rock n roll 😂 There’s no rules though really, as long as it works for you!
@@philthebeat thanks. I’m pretty new to drumming. I play guitar and keys and thought I’d buy a kit and give it a go :)
@@officialWWM Good on ya! I'm currently doing the opposite and dusting off my piano
@@philthebeat we are never happy 😆
Is it normal to change tombs position on e drums?
Yeah, I guess so! The downside on most e kits is that you can't really move them enough! You're often quite limited as they are all mounted to the same rack.
@ Random Thoughts It's a little bit disrespectful to drum in a cemetery, isn't it?
@@Simon-iy7mt LOL 😂
Wish I had a decent kit like that
Just keep playing and enjoying it, you never know what might happen!
Thanks mate
John Snow on them drums
You know nothing…….
"Excellent Advice,, I see people having to much kit" , leaving no playing space,
Thanks for watching Nick 😎
Here’s the problem with electronic kits. They’re mostly always set up wrong. A regular acoustic set can be set up ergonomically correctly so that the toms are in front of the snare drum and the ride cymbal over the kick drum. With most electronic kits, you can’t set them up that way.
Precisely why I made this video!