I FINALLY Bought a SONOR Drum Set!

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  • čas přidán 28. 06. 2024
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    0:00 Journey to Sam Ash
    2:28 I own a Sonor finally!
    4:01 First sign of German engineering
    4:28 PSA - CLEAN YOUR DRUMS
    5:15 Tech Tip of the day
    5:45 Never put your bed inside a bass drum...
    6:54 One snazzy drum set
    8:00 10"x2" Sonor Jungle Snare
    8:52 More German engineering
    11:00 A note to DW...
    11:16 Heads
    11:36 Benny Greb Snare
    11:44 HIT THE DANG THING ALREADY
    12:46 The longest tom groove for those that say I dont play them enough
    13:26 Dat snare doe
    13:46 Probably should have replaced the heads on this...
    14:06 This kit or the DW?
    Sticks I use: Vic Firth Freestyle 5bs:
    sweetwater.sjv.io/75X96r
    Mics & Headphones:
    Pair of Slate ML-1 (as overheads):
    sweetwater.sjv.io/q4WLKj
    Austrian Audio CC8 (as rooms):
    sweetwater.sjv.io/DKWZ6o
    Earthworks DM20 (toms):
    sweetwater.sjv.io/QyYv9M
    Earthworks SR20LS (snare top):
    sweetwater.sjv.io/9gVj60
    Lewitt DTP 640 REX Bass Drum Mic
    sweetwater.sjv.io/5gkDd9
    Shure SM57 (snare bottom):
    sweetwater.sjv.io/9ggW95
    Sennheiser e 609 (on the Jungle Snare):
    sweetwater.sjv.io/k041Kn
    Austrian Audio Hi-X60 Headphones:
    sweetwater.sjv.io/jrrW5P
    After I unboxed that DW Collectors Maple, everyone said I needed to check out a Sonor Drum set. Well a year later, I finally found a Sonor S Classix Birch that was worthy of checking out. Where I live you dont see too many people with Sonors and rarely do you see them come up for sale. As soon as I heard an S Classix Birch (Scandinavian birch to be exacpt) kit came into Sam Ash I went to check it out. Turns out there was a Sonor Jungle snare too! I still needed a "real" snare so I borrowed Bryce's 13x5.75 Benny Greb snare. These drums sound incredible, tuned up super easy, and recorded like a dream. Easily one of the best sounding kits I've come across! The S Classix line has kinda been forgotten about and replaced with newer lines from Sonor, but when it comes to this kit vs my DW Collectors, the Sonor takes the cake. No questions asked. Also this wasnt the most expensive drum set tbh. Of course I bought it used, but it was WAYYY LESS than that DW.
    I FINALLY Bought a SONOR Drum Set!
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  • @rdavidr
    @rdavidr  Před rokem +353

    Okay, Sonor or DW? You can only play one the rest of your life, which one you picking?

  • @nexal7878
    @nexal7878 Před rokem +42

    Great pillows! Can't believe you got an entire drumkit with it! keep getting those great deals!

  • @petere3165
    @petere3165 Před rokem +146

    I’ve been playing an s classix with the ‘ebony’ veneer for almost 20 years - love that kit. The birch just shines in studio.

    • @rasmuspuranen
      @rasmuspuranen Před rokem +2

      I choose my S Classix over my maple light Designers any day.

    • @briansrensen8204
      @briansrensen8204 Před rokem +1

      Yes, like Yamaha's old recording custom

    • @johncollins5552
      @johncollins5552 Před 7 měsíci

      Sonors USP is.
      BEECH.
      Nothing wrong with birch or maple etc. but you can save money getting those from other companies.

  • @darrylvandermerwe5994
    @darrylvandermerwe5994 Před rokem +98

    Welcome to the world of Sonor... That kit sounds phenomenal! Those jungle snares are a challenge... A new head will probably get the tension up a bit, but gosh, you tuned that kit to perfection!

    • @SPINNINGMYWHEELS777
      @SPINNINGMYWHEELS777 Před rokem +5

      Jungle snare gimmick .. one could find an application but not much IMO - reminds me of buskers . I'd rather have a secondary fully function snare like a Metal shell vs a Wood shell.

    • @batouttahell454
      @batouttahell454 Před 9 měsíci

      Need parts on the Road!!!!

  • @SlapChopMyShamWow
    @SlapChopMyShamWow Před rokem +31

    I’ve had my Sonor Force 3007 for a decade plus and it’s everything I could’ve ever wanted. Sounds great, easy to maintain, and has held up unbelievably well for all that time. There’s a reason so many drum nerds love Sonor

  • @darrellerrad3945
    @darrellerrad3945 Před rokem +108

    I swear your drumming gets better every video! Love the Tom sounds on these drums, and you do a great job incorporating all the different pieces

    • @mullrump2
      @mullrump2 Před rokem +4

      Well said

    • @OverproofMMA
      @OverproofMMA Před rokem

      Sonor kits like this sound amazing with remo pinstripe heads on the batter

    • @The_Silver_Guy
      @The_Silver_Guy Před 3 měsíci

      It’s the kit this time ;)
      Kidding

  • @drumjedi5301
    @drumjedi5301 Před rokem +27

    I love Sonor, gig on one every other weekend. Great sounding drums, and great build quality.

  • @paiefilhomachado7630
    @paiefilhomachado7630 Před 4 měsíci +7

    In my humble opinion, this is the best drum set you have ever bought.
    Edit: Thank u Bryce

  • @cruller23
    @cruller23 Před rokem +15

    Sonor is my favorite kit. They have a singing quality and impeccable build. Even the ‘low end’ German made Sonors are exceptional.

  • @austriandrummerboy8609
    @austriandrummerboy8609 Před rokem +22

    I had the same problem with busting the lugs on my snare, however I sent Sonor an email and they sent me replacement lugs, for the whole snare. So, all good again and very satisfied :D

    • @HankNinja
      @HankNinja Před rokem

      One of my lugs popped, too. Drum Center of Portsmouth got me squared away quickly.

    • @Preamycotato
      @Preamycotato Před 9 měsíci +1

      Everyone be busting nuts

    • @KarstRats
      @KarstRats Před 2 měsíci

      @@Preamycotatosounds almost like the lug design might be trash. Lugwig from the 80s still going strong 🤷🏼 all this sounds good. But remember its mixed and everyones breaking those lugs it seems.

  • @jasonsams4258
    @jasonsams4258 Před rokem +21

    That Benny Greb snare sounds incredible. The rest of the kit does too. Birch is probably my favorite shell material.

  • @Nathyneo
    @Nathyneo Před rokem +11

    There’s something special about Sonor birch drums. Those sound fantastic!

  • @gavinmazzetti5373
    @gavinmazzetti5373 Před rokem +7

    What a great vid. Beautiful kit at a very fair price. You have such a great knowledge of the construction of a drum kit, the specific of how they're put together, the subtle differences between brands. Keep it up man, really great channel.

  • @jameslabriola8761
    @jameslabriola8761 Před rokem +3

    thank you bryce

  • @sophroniadee6841
    @sophroniadee6841 Před rokem +2

    I love your drumming style. I watch your videos for the technical information and am always glad when you get to demonstrate them.

  • @cameronrepp4221
    @cameronrepp4221 Před rokem +3

    Fun story about pillows in used drum sets. I bought a DW Collectors Cherry a few months ago. inside the bass drum was a pillow. I took it out and I couldn't believe it. It was some super fancy brand pillow. Like it has the hexagonal stuff I think it's Tempurpedic or Purple. Its gotta be a $200 pillow. Anyways, it was super clean and so was the house I bought the kit from. So... its my pillow now. So comfortable and it even smelled like cherry for the first few nights.

  • @joematthews8860
    @joematthews8860 Před rokem +7

    Finally some Sonor love! More please! Great video David!!!

  • @Drumming-Life
    @Drumming-Life Před rokem +7

    Sonor all the way! They have so many incredible lines of drums that I absolutely love. Phonic plus and the Signature series from the ‘80’s are my two favorites.

  • @enriquesoto6534
    @enriquesoto6534 Před rokem +2

    Sounds overwhelming! A thing of beauty! Congratulations!! Play on!! Thank you!

  • @drl1046
    @drl1046 Před rokem +6

    That’s the most stuff I’ve ever seen in a bass drum!!
    BTW kit sounds superb - and nice playing

  • @Gretchluver1
    @Gretchluver1 Před rokem +8

    I have a Sonor Sonic Plus II from the 90's and it's so well built and tunes like a dream. The hardware is a flimsy aluminium alloy and it doesn't have universal fittings which is frustrating, but for what is essentially a beginner/intermediate kit, it sounds incredible.

    • @vgaportauthority9932
      @vgaportauthority9932 Před rokem +1

      Congrats on an awesome kit. That was one of my dream drum kits back in the 90s. They sound amazing.

  • @RokDAWG1
    @RokDAWG1 Před rokem +4

    This kit sounds amazing!

  • @sonomama82
    @sonomama82 Před rokem +1

    I played an old sonor in church when I was like 13-15. Had no idea how good the kit was until I was like 30.

  • @daysonduncan6100
    @daysonduncan6100 Před 4 měsíci

    i'm not even a drummer but i love watching your videos, they're so high quality, entertaining, and i actually learn more about kitpieces and drums in general. great content, keep it up!

  • @jefflay5242
    @jefflay5242 Před rokem +3

    Bryce is always helpful and fun to talk to! Nice video, as usual!!

  • @hugothecat-xm7zx
    @hugothecat-xm7zx Před rokem +4

    I have a Sonor Force 3007 kit. it sounds simply amazing as well as looks beautiful. Sonor really do know how to make great drums. Great video - thank you from Canada.

  • @drumlover1687
    @drumlover1687 Před rokem

    That kit sounds amazing! That birch just has that naturally eq'd quality to it. And great playing as always!

  • @goggie47
    @goggie47 Před rokem +2

    Sounds beautiful man!!!!!! 🤯 I've been wanting to look into Sonor and you've just ticked that question my friend😉👌

  • @jedialf99
    @jedialf99 Před rokem +3

    Awesome video. I have been playing a Sonor Sonic plus kit for about 27 years. Only had a few minor issues.

    • @sammcdouall4849
      @sammcdouall4849 Před rokem +1

      I've had that kit aswell 12, 13, 16, 22. It's a great sounding kit and I just sampled it.

  • @MarkyMarc413
    @MarkyMarc413 Před rokem +3

    I've had a Sonor Jungle Snare for 15 years, it's been one of my favorite drums I've had for a long time!

  • @aryehhaller
    @aryehhaller Před rokem +2

    Thank you Bryce!
    Also dope stuff as always !
    🤩👍✌️👌

  • @MaverickColtman
    @MaverickColtman Před rokem

    Man I love the track you used and that kit absolutely SLAPS!!!!!!

  • @calebatwood7659
    @calebatwood7659 Před rokem +12

    Man, these sound so fuckin good! 2023 year of the Sonors is something I think we're all here for!

  • @beast_of_burden7762
    @beast_of_burden7762 Před rokem +3

    The King of Drumming Content hands down👑

  • @ARDrummer
    @ARDrummer Před rokem +1

    Awesome upload....love these videos. Sonor does make some amazing sounding drums. You kit and playing sound very nice!

  • @cristianrsepulveda
    @cristianrsepulveda Před rokem +3

    Hey ! this is one of the best videos you’ve ever done, I laugh a lot and enjoy the whole history.
    BTW I love deep tom tom sizes (no the sound, just how they look...)
    Best regards from Chile 🇨🇱

  • @BobSmith-eq9vs
    @BobSmith-eq9vs Před rokem +6

    I would go Sonor. Given my choice of any kit whatsoever it would be Tama Star Maple.

  • @thomasmoje5926
    @thomasmoje5926 Před 5 měsíci

    Love the finish on that Sonor kit. Really classy. I like that you always play drums 'in context' with a music track..nice playing.

  • @jamesoshannasy8052
    @jamesoshannasy8052 Před rokem

    Best channel mate ! love your work

  • @charleswallace5237
    @charleswallace5237 Před rokem +3

    Because of your recent “buying weird pedals“ I recommend you check out the farmer’s foot drum acoustic foot percussion kit. It’s like a whole drum set but you can play with your feet.

  • @the6ig6adwolf
    @the6ig6adwolf Před rokem +5

    When Roland bought DW it really felt like they lost that "cool" factor and I'll definitely be looking at Sonor for my next kit.

    • @unclerhombus
      @unclerhombus Před rokem

      I hear ya. The acquisition was so sudden and unexpected. And the announcement video isn’t even listed on their website - you had to find it on CZcams yourself. They must have gotten into financial trouble due to the COVID lockdowns and were forced to sell, and are trying to pass it off as a “merger” with Roland to focus on DWe, when that’s probably not really the case.

  • @anthonypearce5389
    @anthonypearce5389 Před rokem

    It was super cool seeing the looking and buying process of this kit. More behind the scenes and also kit building and trying plz

  • @THENfsKid
    @THENfsKid Před rokem +1

    I'm hoping to get a kit one day, and your videos help me find good kits for certain prices! Thank you so much for what you do!

  • @michaelpietzsch
    @michaelpietzsch Před rokem +13

    Hi, I've downloaded the stems and I must say, your mixing skills are impressive. The raw bass drum didn't quite hit the mark for me, but comparing it to the mixed version, it truly showcases your exceptional mixing abilities. Could you delve into more detail about your recording process? Keep up the fantastic work! Greetings From Germany.... I own Two Sonor Kits and 3 Sonor Snares... there are a lot of those around here :)

  • @ArgonautDrums
    @ArgonautDrums Před rokem +2

    +1 for Benny Greb snare, definitely the one I play the most

  • @yackos6451
    @yackos6451 Před rokem

    First time I’m jealous on this channel. Great sounding kit, prob better in person! Looks great as well!

  • @gadda-da-vida
    @gadda-da-vida Před rokem +1

    Thank you Bryce because we're borrowing his OG Benny Greb snare.

  • @SPINNINGMYWHEELS777
    @SPINNINGMYWHEELS777 Před rokem +4

    TOP 2 OF ALL TIME..that's a big claim ! I always simply trusted my ears and the feel of my Sonor kits I've had (and reactions of people I play with or for..) .. I don't have the experience of playing all those other brands like you do. I do know they are dependable in terms of when you dial in your sound.. you have it in the bag - like you said for recording - it stood out..> Good to hear - thanks for sharing the process.

  • @marshallh1365
    @marshallh1365 Před rokem +5

    You scored. I have the S-classics in Rosewood. 8/10/12:14/16/22 Their German made and minus a few features a SQ2. The sound amazing and will always hold their value. I have 4 Sonor kits Prolites, SQ2’, S-classic And Aa2. If you like the fact sound of the under sized shells. Yo’ll dbd a Sonor guy forever. Impo. Those are the best sounding birth drums. Even better than my pre china 2013 Yams recording customs.

    • @SPINNINGMYWHEELS777
      @SPINNINGMYWHEELS777 Před rokem

      I"m using a mid range Sonor kit from early 2000's made in China it is good on its own merit. Very dependable but I hated the floor tom that came with it.. I think there was something wrong with it.

    • @drumvlado
      @drumvlado Před rokem

      How would you compare them to the Prolites? I have a Delite which I love, but I think I miss the power/volume of birch

  • @gjcart26
    @gjcart26 Před rokem

    Love it. This is Why I subscribe just to listen to you talk about drums. Bruh I learn so much. Thanks

  • @ouime7337
    @ouime7337 Před rokem +1

    Great memories of my lovely old white Sonor Phonic Plus kit that did a fair few gigs in the 80’s. By far the best hardware I’ve ever owned..!

  • @dalvindrums2475
    @dalvindrums2475 Před rokem

    You got a beautiful drumkit! Keep grooving!!

  • @corneliuslow
    @corneliuslow Před rokem +1

    No joke, the Benny Greb snare and Jungle snare are my top two favourite snares, so I got super stoked to see them in the thumbnail

  • @BouseFeenuxTV
    @BouseFeenuxTV Před rokem

    That kit slays dude. Nice restoration

  • @channelite
    @channelite Před rokem

    I really enjoy your videos! Thanks!

  • @zqa12swx
    @zqa12swx Před rokem

    those toms are magical. great stuff. they pop out the speakers.

  • @kgamaseg
    @kgamaseg Před rokem

    Those toms sound really nice!!! They have that studio sound: very focused.

  • @TheTaconator69er
    @TheTaconator69er Před rokem +1

    Those really sound great!! I especially like the floor tom.

  • @HeLLRaiZZoR666
    @HeLLRaiZZoR666 Před rokem

    The toms really sing and they pair so well with the snare!

  • @timothytan2010
    @timothytan2010 Před rokem +2

    You said you’d get one sooooooo long ago and I’ve been waiting for sooooooooook long and finally you made this vid

  • @namesake7139
    @namesake7139 Před 7 měsíci +2

    I played in a few festivals where the kit is a sonor force. Maaaaaaaaannnnn.... They sound amazing. No rings, moongel not even anything in the bass drum. Best sounding drums I've ever played on

  • @alecj3454
    @alecj3454 Před rokem +1

    Wow that kit sounds great.

  • @Alberto-mc6yk
    @Alberto-mc6yk Před 10 měsíci

    I've been out of the music game for like a decade. Thank you for the inspiration! I recently invested in a "decent" practice set and man I gotta tell ya, I'm so excited to get back into it. Kids got to teenage years now, and I have more time now. Super excited thee days to get home and just jam again.

  • @stevelinwood8362
    @stevelinwood8362 Před rokem

    Dave! Nice job explaining everything as usual! Luv the kit!.like enjoying watching you're Channel!😊

  • @spasevrp
    @spasevrp Před rokem

    Lucky find! You found some of the best sonor drums ever made! Cheers!

  • @mycheesesteak
    @mycheesesteak Před rokem

    Thx. for posting. I enjoyed the video and your drumming.

  • @Mastersargent3841
    @Mastersargent3841 Před 9 měsíci

    Thank you Bryce. Great vid and thank you for the knowledge

  • @gregaluise5727
    @gregaluise5727 Před rokem +1

    Thank you Bryce! Nice snare! 👍

  • @drngaawai
    @drngaawai Před rokem

    So stoked to finally see some S Classix love!!! Love mine. Barely anything on CZcams about them. Such great kits!

  • @calebqueen5631
    @calebqueen5631 Před rokem +1

    Love the little snare what a cool unique sound

  • @SopranoPizzaJMFNJ
    @SopranoPizzaJMFNJ Před rokem

    Great Sounding Kit!

  • @albertosotelo9969
    @albertosotelo9969 Před rokem

    My man!!!... doing some justice to that kit! sounds great!!!

  • @drumandstage
    @drumandstage Před rokem +1

    You really got those toms singing. Nice, even tone across the board.

  • @Drummer55
    @Drummer55 Před rokem

    Sounds amazing!

  • @tylerhess3382
    @tylerhess3382 Před rokem +1

    The “No it ain’t” response to that wrong car joke was loaded up so quick, dude must hear that often 😂

  • @-jeffreybollenbach-
    @-jeffreybollenbach- Před rokem

    Love the videos man. You have all of these drumset but never seen you make a mega set, only really seen racks like once or twice. Dude it’d be awesome to start seeing bigger sets and racks and mega sets

  • @drumvlado
    @drumvlado Před rokem

    Best Sonor S-Classix video on CZcams, thank you!

  • @MusicandTractors
    @MusicandTractors Před rokem

    These drums sound so freaking good!

  • @cchimozmin
    @cchimozmin Před rokem +1

    Took delivery of the safari kit with additional 8” Tom a few months ago. In black. Looks and sounds fantastic. Fits nicely in the living room too.
    Boy you tuned those drums to perfection x

  • @AaronTremblay
    @AaronTremblay Před rokem

    Dude these sound great!

  • @thumperpaul
    @thumperpaul Před rokem +2

    Sounds great! I am a big fan of the three rack tom set up too!

  • @chrisgirth7373
    @chrisgirth7373 Před rokem

    About time sir. Love Sonor drums and overlooked by too many.

  • @perpetualgrimace
    @perpetualgrimace Před rokem

    Wooooow those toms sound incredible

  • @dinospd
    @dinospd Před rokem

    Just watched the video again, now using headphones. Damn, these drums sound insane!

  • @royautosymusica
    @royautosymusica Před 8 měsíci

    I´ve been playing Sonor since the beggining and they are awesome. The sound is on point and also i´ve never have issues with the bolts and mounts... great drums from the low end kits to the hi end beautys

  • @scottchilds5726
    @scottchilds5726 Před 5 měsíci

    I have a 22 yr old rage set, bringing it back to life. You rock my friend

  • @lourencotato3305
    @lourencotato3305 Před 4 měsíci

    sick sound, and nice cymbals as well

  • @bastardtoadflax43
    @bastardtoadflax43 Před rokem

    Oh dude, sick!!!!!!!!!! Your channel is greatness.

  • @andonidaran8100
    @andonidaran8100 Před rokem

    Those toms sound so good

  • @MRRVADrums
    @MRRVADrums Před rokem

    They sound great!

  • @AvStevieStevenJamesDrums

    Those Toms sound AMAZING!!!

  • @jamesoshannasy8052
    @jamesoshannasy8052 Před rokem +1

    Thank you Bryce nice snare drum thats sick

  • @craigwg
    @craigwg Před rokem

    Nice jam there. One of your best and most musical IMO.

  • @petesmith9688
    @petesmith9688 Před rokem

    Man those toms sound sweet🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @reset-xs9ql
    @reset-xs9ql Před rokem

    man those toms sound good!

  • @AndyHunkele
    @AndyHunkele Před rokem

    Best sounding kit you’ve shown imo.

  • @soundandrhythm
    @soundandrhythm Před 5 měsíci

    Ive had 16 drum kits over the years and the only acoustic set I still own is a Sonor Cocktail kit and I love it. Its small, easy to transport and sounds fantastic.❤❤

  • @rogereaston1188
    @rogereaston1188 Před rokem

    I have a mid 80's Sonor Signature kit with a 24" bass. I swear by the Aquarian Super Kick on the bass. No extra dampening other than the factory dampener. The toms are huge. 12x12, 13x13, 16x16 and 18x18. I use Aquarian heads on them as well. Love my Sonors!

  • @dugjay
    @dugjay Před 10 měsíci

    That birch sings on the rack toms. The tones are perfect. I have a Sonor snare but haven't bought a full kit, yet.

  • @ImreImbrium
    @ImreImbrium Před rokem +2

    All sorts of right stuff going on with that kit. Sounds fantastic. Also, your friends "borrowed" snare sounds pisser!