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As some might know, I go to a local college once a week to a guitar/drums lesson. The end of term is approaching, so we're doing a little show for friends and family. Some of us decided to book some local rehearsal studios to get some extra practice in this morning, they include acoustic drums, amp heads, cabinets and a small PA with mics with the studio for a small extra cost.
Well all I can say is that you'd think it was a different band playing to the one I heard at the college: The bass player could actually hear my drumming and could keep in time much better. I wasn't fighting with some thick rubber drum pads that barely trigger and the guitars sounded great through the half stacks. The only weak point being the vocals as I tried to sing and drum for some songs and another guitarist sang on songs he isn't playing guitar on. The singer wasn't there today, so we had to make do.
Frustrating as the show will be using the basic gear that they have at the college and for logistical reasons there isn't time for us to bring in our own gear (apart from guitars) due to the kid's show that's on immediately before ours. At least I know that we can play half decently and I'm really looking forward to a couple more rehearsals at the studio, even if the actual gig might be a bit of a downer.
I'm not one to suggest that beginners splash out on a £3k Gibson or similar (and being 'all the gear no idea'), but I think there is a case for getting something half way decent, especially if planning to play with others. Or even like us, just renting somewhere to play with the gear you can use...you too might find it quite inspirational.
Perhaps I'll come across as a prat because I feel the poor kit at the college is dragging us down, but I honestly don't think it's helping us learn as a band. At least this morning was gooood and I really enjoyed it. |
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