My favorite is my 1970's era Ludwig LM400 Supraphonic. I love that dry crispness of aluminum. I am also a big fan of my 90's era black finished Acrolite. The 8 lugs give a bit more openness and punch to the dry attach. Additionally, I have a 6.5" Black Magic, that I really love to bring out on specific occasions. I have a few other steel shell drums from Yamaha and Sonor, but my go to snares are typically Ludwigs. I do have a long standing dream of owning a Noble and Cooley 4.75" Alloy snare but have not gotten around to getting it yet. Thanks for the video.
I agree, in part, that there is a quality to wood that simply cannot be replicated. Accepting that, there are great drums constructed from other materials that are truly outstanding. For example, I have a 5 x 14" Grover Pro Carbon Fiber drum that I absolutely adore and play all the time.
Gabriel- To each their own, for sure! It’s good to know your preferences as well as what will best serve the musical context. What’s your preferred wood?
Raymond- well put! There’s no sense in trying to make metal sound like wood but once you find the metals that provide the characteristics you enjoy, you can find all sorts of other creative sounds that fit well within a given context.
My first and current METAL drum is Pearl Ultracast Aluminium 14x6.5. I just couldn't resist buying it as soon as I heard it. Love it. Sensitive, powerful, cracky, with a nice ring. Gunshot rimshots. Love Pearl)
ive had my eye one a couple of these for sale in my neighborhood.all are 5-5.5 inch depths, but one is a light brown shell color-do these actually exist as a factory finish at all?-or is cheap due to the oddball paint job i wonder?(guitar center used bin)-299-399$ brown-black....i am tempted everytime someone says they have one and love it.
Great sounding snare and nice smooth double strokes! 😊 I’d definitely pick one of those up to add to my arsenal. What you described and the way you described it is exactly what I look for in a rock snare. Very cool brother, I think you’re on to something here with these informative videos!
Ha! We had to make a few tweaks. Sorry for the multiple notifications. Gotta love the Acrolite! Haven’t spent much time with the aluminum sensitone but I remember positive first impressions. Cheers!
Love these videos ! That Kep is a beaut and Cody’s presentation comes to life when he adds his experience of the instrument . I have a fabulous Gretsch 13x6 Brass Legend ( which I prefer to my 6.5 Acro !) with 12 snare strands . A fabulous all-round drum - for £90 ! About 120 of your dollars . Thanks again , guys and keep ‘em coming please !
Found out about Keplinger from googling Matt Cameron gear. Never heard of them before, but I love how those drums sound. Especially Soundgarden, god I love that band. Matt seems to be quite fond of these snares :)
I saw Kenny Washington play that deep 8"? maybe it was a 6 1/2" drum back in like 1992 when he played with Johnny Griffin. It did sound amazing. I could not believe a jazz guy was using a drum so deep. I had no ide of the make. Oh he a 22" ride from Mel Lewis that was unbelievable. Never before or since.......what a dream. Shimmer, wash, dark, articulate.
Man you come across so knowledgeable in your videos. You communicate your points really well. I have wanted a keplinger since 20 years ago when I heard pretty noose by our boy M.C. In terms of getting that Kkkkkrack! That you get on those soudgarden records, would you reccomend iron or SS she'll? To be honest both sound fantastic but being based in the UK I can't exactly try them out!
I honestly think you’d be happy with either, I find the black iron to be a little more dry overall and a little less bright as well, but it’s a subtle difference :) there’s a lot that goes into those recorded sounds beyond the drum in question but this one sure gets me that sound! -Cody
I’ve always been a huge MC fan and that happens to be probably my favorite recorded snare sound. Great episode Cody, love the knowledge and attention to detail. I did fab work for about 10 years and I’m dying to try building one of these!
Great video and amazing snare drum. Was waiting for Ron Dunnett to correct you on the bell brass comment then you correct yourself. Ha! Keep up the great work.
I am currently using a brass snare shell supposedly commissioned by a former store owner from the 80s I believe. His name was Charlie Donnelly. It isn't spun and has a weld, has Leedy lugs and a Slingerland TDR strainer. It has 3 good sized vent holes in it and weighs well over 20lbs. It's very dry, loud, and articulate. I still love my aluminium and brass Ludwig snares as well.
I found an old 50's Hayman spun brass snare in a silent auction and also got a 3 piece Ludwig kit from the 50's and 3 Canadian made Zildjian cymbals, that spun brass snare was very cool sounding, it had Camco style lug's and was made in England, i sold it cause someone offered me a stupid amount of money for it, so i basically had to sell it, killer snare though, i wish i knew how to put pic's up on here, not even sure if you can. Drum on Everyone. ** CHEERS **
Great video. I've played an A&F raw steel snare that I really liked. I have gotten more and more interested in steel snare drums recently. They have a lively sound and great overtones. I think my next snare drum will be steel.
Thanks so much! There’s definitely something special about the steel shell, though it’s nice that each metal has such distinct sonic characteristics. Cheers!
EricT43- If you are looking for a great steel shell snare drum, let me highly recommend the Yamaha 'Kabuto' snare drum. Yamaha does not make it any more. but you can still find them online occasionally. It is a 5.5 x 14", 1.2 mm thick shell, with 8 lugs, and an electrostatic sprayed on 'tomato soup' finish that really warms the drum up and makes it really versatile. The only change I made was in replacing the 1.2 mm triple flanged hoops (I find lacking the torsional rigidity I like on my drums) with 20 ply maple hoops. This is a true work horse snare drum, capable of fitting in to almost any playing situation you come across. The kicker: I paid less than $200.00 for the drum brand new. Yamaha also made the Ndugu Chancler signature snare, which had the exact same specs as the Kabuto, except with 10 lugs and die-cast hoops, but it was almost 4 times more expensive. This remains one of the best snare purchases I ever made. Hope this helps you out.
Beautiful drum. I honestly think the information you give out. And topics you talk bout are very helpful and interesting. Don't want to turn this thing you've created into just another channel of only playing. We have enough of that. Keep up what your doing. Those with short attention spans can search elsewhere.
Thanks so much for your support! We'll definitely be keeping the focus on providing insight and actionable information when it comes to these videos. We couldn't agree more- there are plenty of UA-cam channels that focus on playing and that's great! We're taking a different approach. Cheers!
Great video, I have a John Tempesta Signature snare and while I'm not saying they are the same as a bell brass drum they too are extremely heavy. I liked your suggestion of tuning up the reso head a little more than the "norm". I'll give it a go tomorrownasnI feel it needs a little more tweaking.
Champ Hammett cool, I'll try cranking it a little more as I usually like my snare resos at a medium tension. Supras are great drums too. I have a battered 60's supra, potted chrome but always sounds amazing.
Hey there! We have a hoops video in the works and there is one already that discusses the differences in tuning and performance between 6, 8 and 10 lug snares. Cheers!
Hey there! We have a hoops video in the works and there is one already that discusses the differences in tuning and performance between 6, 8 and 10 lug snares. Cheers!
Thanks for doing this video!! I was looking for feedback on one thing. I tend to like snares that are on the dry side, with not lots of overtones. Your video does not show this drum being very ringy, and it seems pretty dry. Can you tell me if that seems correct? Thanks again!
It’s definitely not a super ringy snare but it does have its fair share of overtones. I try to tune drums to have a manageable amount of ring and then be sure to strike the drum in the center consistently to keep them from being the dominant part of the sound 👍🏻 -Cody
@@SoundsLikeADrum Thanks for the input! Seems like one I need to really spend some time with in the shop. I liked the sound in your video a lot - certainly on my short list!! Thanks for the great videos!!
So true (his views on 8 lugs vs 10 lugs). Some drums need 10 lugs, some don’t. My 8 lug Premier snares (various metals, 1980’s snares) all sound breathier than my 10 lug metal snares. There’s just more dynamics available. Is it me? I dunno. But everyone that plays em at shows, when I’m setting up, comments on how nice they sound…
It’s been a while since I got mine, but my main memory is him saying that the black iron was a little warmer and a little more dry overall which married well with the 8 lug configuration. I basically said “I want the Soundgarden snare” and this is what he made me :) - Cody
If you type in * Dunnett Tourbillion Titanium snare, you will see a video of a snare with a Black shell with all Gold Hardware, that is my snare, and it is just an amazing snare, i have only had it a few months so i have not found all the tones and sounds from it yet, but it is by far my Favourite snare in my collection.
I can't get into this channel man, sorry. It's just, you're called sounds like a drum but three quarters of every video I try to watch sounds like a person talking.
What's your favorite metal shell snare drum?
im not a big fan of metal snare drums. nothing beats the sound of wood.
My favorite is my 1970's era Ludwig LM400 Supraphonic. I love that dry crispness of aluminum. I am also a big fan of my 90's era black finished Acrolite. The 8 lugs give a bit more openness and punch to the dry attach. Additionally, I have a 6.5" Black Magic, that I really love to bring out on specific occasions. I have a few other steel shell drums from Yamaha and Sonor, but my go to snares are typically Ludwigs. I do have a long standing dream of owning a Noble and Cooley 4.75" Alloy snare but have not gotten around to getting it yet. Thanks for the video.
I agree, in part, that there is a quality to wood that simply cannot be replicated. Accepting that, there are great drums constructed from other materials that are truly outstanding. For example, I have a 5 x 14" Grover Pro Carbon Fiber drum that I absolutely adore and play all the time.
Gabriel- To each their own, for sure! It’s good to know your preferences as well as what will best serve the musical context. What’s your preferred wood?
Raymond- well put! There’s no sense in trying to make metal sound like wood but once you find the metals that provide the characteristics you enjoy, you can find all sorts of other creative sounds that fit well within a given context.
My first and current METAL drum is Pearl Ultracast Aluminium 14x6.5. I just couldn't resist buying it as soon as I heard it. Love it. Sensitive, powerful, cracky, with a nice ring. Gunshot rimshots. Love Pearl)
ive had my eye one a couple of these for sale in my neighborhood.all are 5-5.5 inch depths, but one is a light brown shell color-do these actually exist as a factory finish at all?-or is cheap due to the oddball paint job i wonder?(guitar center used bin)-299-399$ brown-black....i am tempted everytime someone says they have one and love it.
@@jefflyon2020 nah, this model is supposed to be pitch black
Great video on The Gregg Keplinger snare drum !!
I'm loving the snare spotlights!
More coming soon!
I've played one of these at jam night a bunch of times. Probably the loudest and heaviest snare I've played in my life.
Like how it says “not fragile” in the drum
Great video and good that you did a bit more playing as well. It's always nice to hear!
Thanks! Odd coincidence bc I just contacted them about placing an order. Didn’t know what the “not fragile” stamp meant. Sounds like a good guy...
Instant ENVY!
Great sounding snare and nice smooth double strokes! 😊 I’d definitely pick one of those up to add to my arsenal. What you described and the way you described it is exactly what I look for in a rock snare. Very cool brother, I think you’re on to something here with these informative videos!
Enjoyed both uploads! Currently, I’m really digging aluminum snares. I love the Pearl Aluminum Sensitone or Ludwig Acrolite.
Ha! We had to make a few tweaks. Sorry for the multiple notifications. Gotta love the Acrolite! Haven’t spent much time with the aluminum sensitone but I remember positive first impressions. Cheers!
Beautiful sounding snare. Definitely something I'll get in the future.
Love these videos ! That Kep is a beaut and Cody’s presentation comes to life when he adds his experience of the instrument . I have a fabulous Gretsch 13x6 Brass Legend ( which I prefer to my 6.5 Acro !) with 12 snare strands . A fabulous all-round drum - for £90 ! About 120 of your dollars . Thanks again , guys and keep ‘em coming please !
"...or Bell Bronze..." solid gold. Thanks for that. :)
Cheers!
This is excellent
Found out about Keplinger from googling Matt Cameron gear. Never heard of them before, but I love how those drums sound. Especially Soundgarden, god I love that band. Matt seems to be quite fond of these snares :)
Would love a video on snare wires and how snare count and material affects sound.
That snare sounds great btw!
We certainly agree! The G12 over Snare Side 300 combo works so well on this drum too.
I saw Kenny Washington play that deep 8"? maybe it was a 6 1/2" drum back in like 1992 when he played with Johnny Griffin. It did sound amazing. I could not believe a jazz guy was using a drum so deep. I had no ide of the make. Oh he a 22" ride from Mel Lewis that was unbelievable. Never before or since.......what a dream. Shimmer, wash, dark, articulate.
Very cool! That's awesome that you saw him play it.
Man you come across so knowledgeable in your videos. You communicate your points really well. I have wanted a keplinger since 20 years ago when I heard pretty noose by our boy M.C.
In terms of getting that Kkkkkrack! That you get on those soudgarden records, would you reccomend iron or SS she'll? To be honest both sound fantastic but being based in the UK I can't exactly try them out!
I honestly think you’d be happy with either, I find the black iron to be a little more dry overall and a little less bright as well, but it’s a subtle difference :) there’s a lot that goes into those recorded sounds beyond the drum in question but this one sure gets me that sound! -Cody
I’ve always been a huge MC fan and that happens to be probably my favorite recorded snare sound. Great episode Cody, love the knowledge and attention to detail. I did fab work for about 10 years and I’m dying to try building one of these!
Great video and amazing snare drum. Was waiting for Ron Dunnett to correct you on the bell brass comment then you correct yourself. Ha!
Keep up the great work.
Thanks for watching!
I am currently using a brass snare shell supposedly commissioned by a former store owner from the 80s I believe. His name was Charlie Donnelly. It isn't spun and has a weld, has Leedy lugs and a Slingerland TDR strainer. It has 3 good sized vent holes in it and weighs well over 20lbs. It's very dry, loud, and articulate. I still love my aluminium and brass Ludwig snares as well.
Very cool! Do you have any videos that feature the drum? Would love to see/hear it!
Sounds Like A Drum I can try to make one this week.
I did this with phone and messed up a few times, but you get the idea.
ua-cam.com/video/aclDgyTzucI/v-deo.html
I found an old 50's Hayman spun brass snare in a silent auction and also got a 3 piece Ludwig kit from the 50's and 3 Canadian made Zildjian cymbals, that spun brass snare was very cool sounding, it had Camco style lug's and was made in England, i sold it cause someone offered me a stupid amount of money for it, so i basically had to sell it, killer snare though, i wish i knew how to put pic's up on here, not even sure if you can.
Drum on Everyone.
** CHEERS **
Great video. I've played an A&F raw steel snare that I really liked. I have gotten more and more interested in steel snare drums recently. They have a lively sound and great overtones. I think my next snare drum will be steel.
Thanks so much! There’s definitely something special about the steel shell, though it’s nice that each metal has such distinct sonic characteristics. Cheers!
EricT43- If you are looking for a great steel shell snare drum, let me highly recommend the Yamaha 'Kabuto' snare drum. Yamaha does not make it any more. but you can still find them online occasionally. It is a 5.5 x 14", 1.2 mm thick shell, with 8 lugs, and an electrostatic sprayed on 'tomato soup' finish that really warms the drum up and makes it really versatile. The only change I made was in replacing the 1.2 mm triple flanged hoops (I find lacking the torsional rigidity I like on my drums) with 20 ply maple hoops. This is a true work horse snare drum, capable of fitting in to almost any playing situation you come across. The kicker: I paid less than $200.00 for the drum brand new. Yamaha also made the Ndugu Chancler signature snare, which had the exact same specs as the Kabuto, except with 10 lugs and die-cast hoops, but it was almost 4 times more expensive. This remains one of the best snare purchases I ever made. Hope this helps you out.
I'm VERY intrigued about those custom hoops that Gregg made you. This is the first I've heard of that. Do you have a link to any images of those?
This isn’t something that he offers publicly but here’s a shot of the drum with the hoops: instagram.com/p/BoPJ4m6HWLE/?igshid=duvtgfkh9nk3
So far, my Pearl Ian Paice signature.
Beautiful drum. I honestly think the information you give out. And topics you talk bout are very helpful and interesting. Don't want to turn this thing you've created into just another channel of only playing. We have enough of that. Keep up what your doing. Those with short attention spans can search elsewhere.
Thanks so much for your support! We'll definitely be keeping the focus on providing insight and actionable information when it comes to these videos. We couldn't agree more- there are plenty of UA-cam channels that focus on playing and that's great! We're taking a different approach. Cheers!
I might be wrong, but it looks like that lamp table in the back is an old Gretsch Round Badge. Would love to see an episode on that.
You are correct! That will definitely make an appearance as will the Ludwig Pioneer next to it.
Great video, I have a John Tempesta Signature snare and while I'm not saying they are the same as a bell brass drum they too are extremely heavy. I liked your suggestion of tuning up the reso head a little more than the "norm". I'll give it a go tomorrownasnI feel it needs a little more tweaking.
Champ Hammett cool, I'll try cranking it a little more as I usually like my snare resos at a medium tension. Supras are great drums too. I have a battered 60's supra, potted chrome but always sounds amazing.
Tama SLP bronze..great sound and very affordable for bronze.
Yep, though very different from steel.
Hi! Have you already uploaded the episode focused in lugs/hoops/etc ? If so, wich one is?
Best regards! Love your videos!
Hey there! We have a hoops video in the works and there is one already that discusses the differences in tuning and performance between 6, 8 and 10 lug snares. Cheers!
Hey there! We have a hoops video in the works and there is one already that discusses the differences in tuning and performance between 6, 8 and 10 lug snares. Cheers!
Greg - good people :)
Thanks for doing this video!! I was looking for feedback on one thing. I tend to like snares that are on the dry side, with not lots of overtones. Your video does not show this drum being very ringy, and it seems pretty dry. Can you tell me if that seems correct? Thanks again!
It’s definitely not a super ringy snare but it does have its fair share of overtones. I try to tune drums to have a manageable amount of ring and then be sure to strike the drum in the center consistently to keep them from being the dominant part of the sound 👍🏻 -Cody
@@SoundsLikeADrum Thanks for the input! Seems like one I need to really spend some time with in the shop. I liked the sound in your video a lot - certainly on my short list!! Thanks for the great videos!!
How thick is the shell? Is the bearing edge 30 degrees out? Thank you
I'm sure someone's requested it and it's probably on your radar, but maybe do a Dynasonic spotlight?
METAL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
So true (his views on 8 lugs vs 10 lugs). Some drums need 10 lugs, some don’t. My 8 lug Premier snares (various metals, 1980’s snares) all sound breathier than my 10 lug metal snares. There’s just more dynamics available. Is it me? I dunno. But everyone that plays em at shows, when I’m setting up, comments on how nice they sound…
Hi there,
what's the difference according to Gregg between black iron (non-polished) and stainless stess in term of sound?
Thanks!
It’s been a while since I got mine, but my main memory is him saying that the black iron was a little warmer and a little more dry overall which married well with the 8 lug configuration. I basically said “I want the Soundgarden snare” and this is what he made me :) - Cody
@@SoundsLikeADrum Thank you Cody!
what throw offs does he use
Lovely 7:25
FYI- The black Iron steel material
is from the same stock used in making U.S.NAVAL ships!
Really? Got a source for that information?
Wow. I like what you said, but 11 minutes for 30 seconds of drum? Nice drum, either way!
Thought it was a Nobel and cooley alloy for a sec.
would be nice to hear your opinion about Dunnett Titanium snares
Hit up Ronn and let him know you’d like to see one of his drums featured on our channel.
If you type in * Dunnett Tourbillion Titanium snare, you will see a video of a snare with a Black shell with all Gold Hardware, that is my snare, and it is just an amazing snare, i have only had it a few months so i have not found all the tones and sounds from it yet, but it is by far my Favourite snare in my collection.
Usually love that drum but way too much snare wire sound for me.
Well if you ever wanted to donate that snare to someone.......
I can't get into this channel man, sorry.
It's just, you're called sounds like a drum but three quarters of every video I try to watch sounds like a person talking.
No worries. Thanks for trying!
Lol it’s probably just that you have the attention span of a canary.