Neil Peart's new drumset revealed

[Marco A. Mayer]

The kit matches the theme of Rush's new tour that begins today in Albuquerque (Time Machine Tour) and their next album Clockwork Angels.

Higher resolution pic at this link: http://i45.tinypic.com/2itpngk.jpg

Below there's a pre-show pic from the stage:

[MonetBass]

Definitely pared down from the past kits he's used.

Man, Sept. 21st can't come soon enough.

[edbutler3]

Looks like they're going with a "steampunk" look this time. I like it.

[irishryno]

schmexy

[billjr]

Reminds me of the style of graphics used in the PC game "Myst."

I see the washer and dryer, but what those on the left, guitar amps or jukeboxes? Pretty retro, which fits the theme.

[Marco A. Mayer]

Originally Posted by billjr

Reminds me of the style of graphics used in the PC game "Myst."

I see the washer and dryer, but what those on the left, guitar amps or jukeboxes? Pretty retro, which fits the theme.

They're modified Hughes & Kettner TV Tube guitar amps.

[Joey3313]

Originally Posted by MonetBass

Definitely pared down from the past kits he's used.

Man, Sept. 21st can't come soon enough.

Same size as the past few, though.

I mean, there is the second half behind him.

An overhead shot would probably be better to showcase the size, and also the new finish on the cymbals.

[JimmyM]

what washer and dryer? and where's all of geddy's orange gear?

i'm sorry, but i'm not digging it. looks too pretentious and not rock and roll. when you said he got a new drumset, i was really hoping he was going to go for something more like this:



now it looks like he just got another fancy drumset designed for overplaying and annoying cymbal work.

[Tim C.]

Originally Posted by JimmyM

now it looks like he just got another fancy drumset designed for overplaying and annoying cymbal work.

You could just say you don't like Rush.

[Joey3313]

Originally Posted by JimmyM

i'm sorry, but i'm not digging it. looks too pretentious and not rock and roll.

You do know that this thread is about Rush, right?

The pretentiousness is kind of implied.

[Tim C.]

And to hell with Orange. Alex's Hughes & Kettner amps aren't seen either - and nobody cares. Alex is going to sound like Alex and Geddy will sound like Geddy regardless of the brand-badge on the gear they use.

[JimmyM]

Originally Posted by Tim C.

You could just say you don't like Rush.

lol! well i like geddy and i like alex. and there was a time i liked neil, too. unfortunately, he influenced an entire generation of drummers into thinking it was just fine to do constant flourishes on the cymbals and insane rolls on the toms every time they do a fill. and now there are so many drummers who think it's an insult if you ask them to play straight 8th notes on the hi hat and hit the snare on the 2 and 4.

[BananaKing]

I really dig Steampunk, and Rush, so this just works for me in as many ways as you can count.

[Tim C.]

Originally Posted by JimmyM

lol! well i like geddy and i like alex. and there was a time i liked neil, too. unfortunately, he influenced an entire generation of drummers into thinking it was just fine to do constant flourishes on the cymbals and insane rolls on the toms every time they do a fill. and now there are so many drummers who think it's an insult if you ask them to play straight 8th notes on the hi hat and hit the snare on the 2 and 4.

Hey man, I know where you're coming from. You and I both list AC/DC as our #2 bands (I think). But, for the record, saying that Neil's set is setup for "overplaying" is like saying Phil's set is designed for "simplistic playing." They play for their respective bands, period. And it works within their own contexts.

And I don't think it's fair to say that Neil has inspired other drummers to play foolishly busy parts because, frankly, I don't think the guy has even spoken with a fan in decades.

As far as busy drumming goes, I'll always tell any drummer who wants to play "active" drum parts to listen to and study Ginger Baker, not Neil Peart.

[Tim C.]

Back on topic, I have a friend who is a bit older than me who has seen Rush live 38 times, starting in 1977. Seen every single tour since then. He's a reak about Rush and I'm sure he'll go nuts over these couple of photos.

I'm going to see Rush this coming Saturday at Summerfest, can't wait.

[JimmyM]

Originally Posted by Tim C.

Hey man, I know where you're coming from. You and I both list AC/DC as our #2 bands (I think). But, for the record, saying that Neil's set is setup for "overplaying" is like saying Phil's set is designed for "simplistic playing." They play for their respective bands, period. And it works within their own contexts.

And I don't think it's fair to say that Neil has inspired other drummers to play foolishly busy parts because, frankly, I don't think the guy has even spoken with a fan in decades.

As far as busy drumming goes, I'll always tell any drummer who wants to play "active" drum parts to listen to and study Ginger Baker, not Neil Peart.

me too. ginger or carl palmer. palmer could get hyperactive and often rushes, but when you need him to play simple he's there with it.

however, ask any 10 drummers who their favorites are...7 out of 10 will mention neil peart. so despite being anti-social, drummers love neil.

btw, i disagree about the set not being designed for overplaying. it's been my experience with drummers who have big sets that they have to work every single drum into every song. yes, drummers with a phil rudd or ringo set do overplay too, but a big drumset pretty much tells people they're going to be overplaying and leaves no room for doubt.

[Tim C.]

Originally Posted by JimmyM

me too. ginger or carl palmer. palmer could get hyperactive and often rushes, but when you need him to play simple he's there with it.

however, ask any 10 drummers who their favorites are...7 out of 10 will mention neil peart. so despite being anti-social, drummers love neil.

btw, i disagree about the set not being designed for overplaying. it's been my experience with drummers who have big sets that they have to work every single drum into every song. yes, drummers with a phil rudd or ringo set do overplay too, but a big drumset pretty much tells people they're going to be overplaying and leaves no room for doubt.

Okay, Neil's set is designed for his desired use, which may fit with Rush, but would be overplaying for...uh, everybody else. I'll give you that. And we'll both agree that anybody could overplay at any given time, on any given instrument, regardless of how many 'pieces' of it there are.

Personally, despite my young age, I've been so priveleged that in the past several years I've been playing bass guitar in bands, every drummer I've with played so far has been primarily a jazz-influenced or jazz-trained drummer, even if we're doing rock music. That includes one guy who could summon Baker-esque fills without the slightest effort and always sound musical.

That may change soon as I'm moving to Wisconsin for a job opportunity, and of course Wisconsin has nothing but hillbilly musicians who play a very cheap version of blues and some utility country rock.

[Joey3313]

Originally Posted by JimmyM

btw, i disagree about the set not being designed for overplaying. it's been my experience with drummers who have big sets that they have to work every single drum into every song. yes, drummers with a phil rudd or ringo set do overplay too, but a big drumset pretty much tells people they're going to be overplaying and leaves no room for doubt.

I agree. I feel the same way every time I see a bassist with 6 or more strings.

I'm primarily a drummer, and I don't happen to care much for Rush or Neil at all. Your description of the legions of drummers that are influenced by Neil who have attempted to replicate some of his style without his skills is spot on...still, I can't help but feel that stereotype may be unfair. There are plenty of drummers who use large sets tastefully (and an equal number who use modest sets that overplay).

Just sayin'.

[JimmyM]

well sure, but still...

[ryognbass]

Originally Posted by JimmyM

what washer and dryer? and where's all of geddy's orange gear?

i'm sorry, but i'm not digging it. looks too pretentious and not rock and roll. when you said he got a new drumset, i was really hoping he was going to go for something more like this:



now it looks like he just got another fancy drumset designed for overplaying and annoying cymbal work.

some peple don't like effects yet post in the effects forum.

others don't like rush and post in rush threads