Expert: the Date: 5/8/2008 Subject: Reggae/Latin/Afro-beat kit
Question Hi Mike,
What are the best pro-quality drums, hardware and cymbals for playing reggae/latin/afro-beat?
And what would be the most appropriate gear for starting out playing gigs in these genres?
Thankyou.
Answer Carly---
Please do not be offended by my answer---
ANY drums can be used to play ANY type of music.
Any brand--any age--almost any condition and any sizes.
Cymbals--you probably should use smaller, lighter cymbals for that type of music.
You should also incorporate splashes--chinas and other effects cymbals.
You probably should have a couple of blocks (different pitches)--
a couple of cowbells and an agogo bell.
Go watch a drummer or percussionist play live gigs and get idea from them.
You could also look at some DVD's of those styles of music.
