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[PMSKnives]

Mine:

http://www.princeton.edu/~pesetsky/Set.jpg

Have to get a stand for the aux snare that I have...And the second ride B8 is just placed shere it is/not used at the moment...

Mark

[PandaDrummer]

very nice setup knives
it makes me feel happy in my special place.
BTW: how are you liking that paiste ride?what model is it?

[Drum Phil]

Looks like a dimensions, same as that hats.

Nice kit

[ant_182]

Any more pics?

[lmldrummer]

looks like you have to jump to reach most of your cymbals, but I bet it's in relation to you. Good looking kit also.

[PMSKnives]

Innovation 22" Wild Ride....

JUST, seconds ago, placed a bid for an 18" Paragon Crash to replace the B8. The second crash I have now is a Paragon 16".

I love the PAISTE....But I may be upgrading to the Paragon if anyone is interested in buying the PAISTE. It isn't even a year old...

Thanks
Mark

[We_Love_Lime]

For real.

and SPECS Yo

That kit is tight.

[PMSKnives]

Thanks guys...The cymbals may look distant but they really aren't...I'll take more pics for those interested. Let me know what you would like to see...

Thanks Guys
Mark

[We_Love_Lime]

Driver Shot maybe?

and a front shot.

[PMSKnives]

8" x 12" Mounted Tom
14" x 14" Floor Tom
16" x 16 Floor Tom
14" x 18" Bass Drum
5" x 14" 8-Lug Snare Drum

14" Innovation Hats
15" B8 Crash
16" Paragon
22" Paiste Innovation Ride
10" Paiste Splash

Eliminator Double Pedal w/EMAD head
All tom heads are AQUARIAN Studio X

Any other questions?

Thanks
Mark

[PMSKnives]

Driver Shot maybe?

and a front shot.


Will do

[fastlane]

j/w how much would you sell the paiste for?

[PMSKnives]

$150 + shipping...

Thanks
Mark

[Zildjian]

looks good I just bought a paiste of my own..Very top notch cymbals

[PMSKnives]

Oh yea, I forgot to mention that this is the snare that I replaced the original with:

http://www.princeton.edu/~pesetsky/snare.jpg

Mark

[ofDooM]

that is one deep snare...love it...

[TheBandlehars]

How do those studio x's sound on the toms? I'm looking for a happy medium between performance 2's and single ply heads and I thought those could be the solution. Do they have much resonance to them?

[the_pure_drummer]

I really dont mean to be offensive but i really really dont like your kit for some reason it just doesnt appeal to me.

[PMSKnives]

How do those studio x's sound on the toms? I'm looking for a happy medium between performance 2's and single ply heads and I thought those could be the solution. Do they have much resonance to them?

Not too much res on them...I love em...They are a lot sturdier as well. The EVANS G1's are nice but they get dinged up too easily for my taste.

Mark

[TheBandlehars]

Would you say the studio x's have more resonance than performances 2's do? Or somewhere around a standard two ply head?

[pitchfork]

I don't like the tom heads (not enough resonance for me) but the rest of the kit's nice.

[innerlo2]

Just a note, the paragon is not an upgrade from dimensions. They are both pro cymbals, dimensions being more well rounded.

Heres what the companies say about there own crap.
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Paiste says...
The Dimension series are modern, multifunctional cymbals with exceptionally versatile sound and function. They are created from CuSn8 Bronze ("2002") alloy that produces sonic nuances ideal for contemporary music styles. Paiste's "Sonic Texture Formula" is a patent-pending manual surface treatment technique which brings out rich, intricate harmonics to create a fuller, more complex sound.

Hand hammering, hand lathing, and other proprietary methods result in cymbals equally at home in performance and in the studio. The Medium Raw Crash, Medium Heavy Wild Ride, and Medium Crush Ride are powerful, cutting cymbals with advanced character for modern, progressive application in the rock, metal, and punk genres.

Since their introduction in 1999, Dimension series cymbals have become known as "The Working Drummer's Cymbal."
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And Sabian says...
Handcrafted from pure Sabian B20 bronze, Paragon cymbals are created using automatic AA-style hammering and a mix of sound-defining features from three Sabian series, AA, AAX, and Hand Hammered. The Natural Finish look of these cymbals is enhanced with logo stamping in a subtle 'Rich Gold' ink that is unique to cymbalmaking.
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I might be biased, but I tend to think Paragons cost too much for machined cymbals. Kinda like expensive Zildjian platinums. =)

[PMSKnives]

Would you say the studio x's have more resonance than performances 2's do? Or somewhere around a standard two ply head?


I've only played the EVANS G1's...The Studio's have more res thatn those..

Mark

[PMSKnives]

The PARAGON, in my opinion, is an upgrade in sound....Not so much all around quality. I do love PAISTE cymbals though...

Thanks
Mark

[The Ska Man]

8" x 12" Mounted Tom
14" x 14" Floor Tom
16" x 16 Floor Tom
14" x 18" Bass Drum
5" x 14" 8-Lug Snare Drum

14" Innovation Hats
15" B8 Crash
16" Paragon
22" Paiste Innovation Ride
10" Paiste Splash

Eliminator Double Pedal w/EMAD head
All tom heads are AQUARIAN Studio X

Any other questions?

Thanks
Mark


Didn't you used to have some Saludas?

[Drum Monkey]

Very nice kit Mark!

-DM

[White]

Wicked, I gotta set of paiste Dimension Hats on the way I can't wait either They are gonna sound great. Also, Wicked Kit, I might want to buy your Ride, how much you want????

[poppinfresh]

how does the set sound? whats it made out of.

Nice everything

[CombatWombat3]

Looks like a gretsch catalina, could be wrong though.

[spike9908]

Since their introduction in 1999, Dimension series cymbals have become known as "The Working Drummer's Cymbal."

Since their discontinument in 2005, the successful models have been consolidated into Paiste's 2002 line. The Paragon has much more ping than the Dimensions does. They actually have two completely different sounds. Both are quality, but only one can sound better to an individual.

[GhostGrooveMike]

sweet where from jersey are you from>?

[knie]

Awesome kit, don't know if it's the pictures but there seems to be a huge space between the first and second tom. Cymbals look great.

[CasB]

I like your dog :D

[PMSKnives]

Ride=$150 + Shipping
It is the Catalina Club
I am in Springfield, NJ just outside of Burlington
Mahagony shells...I think they sound great w/the Studio X's
Yes I have a 20 " Saluda Voodoo China and a 12" Wuhan that I forgot to put in the specs...I think they can be seen in the pic

Thanks Guys
Mark