Stands

[-TGP-]

I'm coming across a few major projects here in Montreal and I am also getting rid of my rack so I will be coming across some extra cash, and with that I think i'm going to grab a few new cymbal stands, among other things.

I don't really know much about stands, I know Yamaha is a very solid company and I have enjoyed using some of their gear, but I am also curious what other companies are like. Are DW worth the extra cash?

Your opinion is needed.

[static]

yamaha

[Mirror.Circuit]

yamaha or tama.
the dw ones aren't worth extra cash, i don't think.

[-TGP-]

Well I need something decently heavy duty, im going to be playing alot of shows, but also doing a few sessions here and there so I don't want them to be rediculous.

[gimp fest]

tama roadpro are really heavy duty and fairly inexpensive i have 2 booms and a straight stand and they haven't let me down once in 2 years.

DW stands are overkill imo

[ant_182]

I think DW cymbal stands look the shiz. But I would take TAMA roadpros, I have 2 brand new and 2 used off ebay. NO problems. Brilliant heavy duty cheapish stands :)

[Aaron]

Depends on your price-range. Gibraltar are great and half the cost of DW.

[Obelisk]

Gibraltar are great

qft

[-TGP-]

Price won't be an option, really.

[Sponer]

I've got Tama Roadpros. I've had them for about 5 years or so, and they're still solid as a rock. I mount a 14" tom, 20" ride, and 16" crash off of one of them, and it doesn't even consider wobbling. They've been exposed to extreme cold (non-heated practice space) and weekly gigging with my last band. Not to mention, every time my band practices I have to set up and tear them down again. So they've been fairly abused, and show no sign of giving up any time soon.


Just don't get their "stage master" stuff. I have one of these:
http://www.tamadrum.co.jp/product/hardware_data.php?id=25&year=2008&area=2

It's a solid stand, but it's just not nearly as good as the Roadpro stuff.

[Mr Pink]

Tama or Yamaha really are the best. Tama is a little lighter.

[Harrow]

I have DW stands and I love them, they might be a little excessive, but my stuff is rock solid. Plus they look great, it's not like they are lacking functionality, so I guess this and the finish on my kit are the only thing I can really make a choice on based on looks :)

[-TGP-]

How much would 2 straight stands and a Boom stand run me CDN$ for the DW stuff?
Like how much do they run on their own, like 110$ each or something?

I have to buy a pedal and a throne too.

[Aaron]

I really like the Pearl stuff. Its solid.

[_Wrathchild_]

I have a tama roadpro boom stand and I've always been satisfied with it. Its pretty heavy duty and was fairly inexpensive. All my other stands are the ones that came with my kit though, so I don't know much about any other companies when it comes to stands.

[Harrow]

How much would 2 straight stands and a Boom stand run me CDN$ for the DW stuff?
Like how much do they run on their own, like 110$ each or something?

I have to buy a pedal and a throne too.
I only know American prices. I think the straight stands are like $140 and the booms are $180.

[Mr Pink]

How much would 2 straight stands and a Boom stand run me CDN$ for the DW stuff?
Like how much do they run on their own, like 110$ each or something?

I have to buy a pedal and a throne too.

I have DW stands, Yamaha and Tama. I like the Tama stuff best, Closes up smallest, lightest and can be easily converted into a battle axe if necessary.

[bobby__johnny]

Gibraltar.

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[MeaninglessPhoto]

Ive never had any problems with any of Pearl or Tama's hardware. Sturdy and inexpensive.

[Panopticon]

theres nothing better than top-of-the-line yamaha hardware but it can get heavy. Try out the CS845 or 745 stands...they're both just as good but the legs aren't as wide and they are a little bit lighter weight.

http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u143/enemytopublic2/102_4758.jpg

Thats my CS945 holding a 20" K heavy ride (heavy as fck) and a 20" AA Medium ride at full extension and not having any problems.

I've supported my rack with one of these stands instead of another leg to save on space for gigging as well.

[bobby__johnny]

:eek:


really a lot of it comes down to leg weight balance too.

most brand will provide a solid stand.


i have Westbury stands that i'd have no trouble mounting 2 toms, 2 cymbals and a kitchen sink on.

[Panopticon]

yeah...it also helps that these guys have a super wide base as well.

I've put a 14" tom, a 10" snare, a 20" ride, a 19" crash, and an 18" china on one of these.

That was a bitch to set up.

[Harrow]

Yeah I personally HATE yamaha hardware because the base of the tripod is MASSIVE, way bigger than my DW stands. I just have a hard time fitting them in with my other gear :/

[fishbulb]

Can't go wrong with the ol' Roadpro's.

Although they aren't as heavy/bulky as others...

[sleepless]

Roadpro ftw.

[Mr Pink]

Gibraltor (sp?) is nice stuff too, but I have no idea what it cost in relation to the others.

[-TGP-]

Looks like im picking up some roadpro stuff,
I have the snare stand and it was pretty damn solid so I dont have a problem investing.
:)

[sleepless]

Brand whoring aside, Tama has remained one of my favorite companies because of their great hardware.

Regardless of drum brand, I will always have some Roadpro in my setup.