I'm looking for a new kit: something to play jazz , although I do occasionally play rock and folk as well as reggae. Right now one of my main options is the Mapex Meridian Maple. Now, I've seen a demo for something called the "Mapex Meridian Maple," which the guy doing the demo did not advise to be used for jazz, as it was to heavy on the attack and didn't resonate—and form the way it sounded I believed him. However, I have seen posts by people referring to the "Mapex Meridian Maple MANHATTAN," and these guys always say these kits are great for bop.
So is there a difference between the two? If anyone could confirm of discredit these observations and give advise about what kit to get, it would be a great help.
My other big option is the Yamaha Stage Custom Bebop, and after that the Gretch Catalina.
So is there a difference between the two? If anyone could confirm of discredit these observations and give advise about what kit to get, it would be a great help.
My other big option is the Yamaha Stage Custom Bebop, and after that the Gretch Catalina.