by Michael S » Sun Dec 29, 2002 6:03 pm
OK, here's my idea: I play Toca Traditionals which I like for the warm, unique sound of their bison heads. However, I consider them "acoustic" instruments, not very loud or cutting and great for doing small group percussion. What I'm thinking of doing is miking all three drums (using Audix D2's), maybe putting them on the Toca sit-down stands, running all three mikes through a mixer, and then experimenting with different signal processors, starting with a wah-wah pedal. I'm thinking the stands (I play seated) would be necessary in order to facilitate the foot switches required. This would allow me to really explore some new musical ideas and genres.
Anybody try something like this? I'd be interested to here results, not critical opinion of what is or is not good music.