csnow
Senior Member
Changed my kit - WOW what a difference. Amazing how moving a few toms around can change the entire ergonomics of your kit. I have a large vintage Ludwig kit that although it was a blast to play, I just couldnt sit in the pocket with it from a players standpoint. The smaller toms just felt awkward over the hats. I use the 10" a lot, and having it to the left just felt awkward. I figured it was time to rethink the layout.
I decided to move the 13" over to the left to free up more space on the front rack. With the left side tom, I can do back beats and do nice triplet fills without having to cross arms. I ordered another suspension mount and dropped the 10" on the front rack. This allowed the 6" and 8" to drop right in line with the others. Same kit, but with a little creativity, the kit just flows now. This thing is just phenomenal to play on now.
Before
After
Vintage Ludwig 3ply Sizes - 6,8,10,12,13,14,16,18, 24
Snare - Supraphonic 6.5x14
Cymbals - Paiste Signature 8,10,16,17,18,19 Hats - 14 Sound Edge Ride - 22 Blue Bell
I decided to move the 13" over to the left to free up more space on the front rack. With the left side tom, I can do back beats and do nice triplet fills without having to cross arms. I ordered another suspension mount and dropped the 10" on the front rack. This allowed the 6" and 8" to drop right in line with the others. Same kit, but with a little creativity, the kit just flows now. This thing is just phenomenal to play on now.
Before
After
Vintage Ludwig 3ply Sizes - 6,8,10,12,13,14,16,18, 24
Snare - Supraphonic 6.5x14
Cymbals - Paiste Signature 8,10,16,17,18,19 Hats - 14 Sound Edge Ride - 22 Blue Bell