I AM PACKING MY STICK BAG AND TAKE WITH ME...
From Drumsticks to Drum Keys, there are many items that should be part of every Stick Bag to be equipped for all musical situations you might encounter. To make sure you don't forget any important tool at your next gig, read this blog post and be perfectly prepared.
Drumsticks, the heart of every Stick Bag
If you are playing a Drum Kit, these will be the most important and most frequently used Tools in your Bag. What you pack and how many, is up to you though. Most drummers have a Stick size that feels best to them, and you may want to have a few extra pairs on hand.
However, some drummers like to have a variety of Sticks available, especially if you play in a wide selection of venues or genres. This ensures you always have the best option for the job at hand.
When choosing the right Sticks, you should also keep the room size and acoustics in mind. For example, in smaller rooms, a pair of lightweight Sticks is best. If you need to bring the volume down on Cymbals, it is practical to have maple sticks in your Bag. But as already mentioned, which Sticks you choose is up to you.
Multi-Rods
Multi-Rods offer drummers and percussionist a variety of options from adding texture to your sound to volume control, and they can be used on all types of percussion instruments from Cajon to Drum Kit. Various materials offer unique sounds and add layers of texture and sensitivity.
It’s no secret that Drums are loud, so most drummers keep a pair of Multi-Rods in the Bag in order to keep the groove going on those acoustic and low volume gigs.
Brushes
While you may be plagued by the drum myth that Brushes are only suited for playing soft jazz, there is much more to them than many believe. While Sticks may be the main tool we use on the kit, most of us eventually learn the subtleties of Brushes and the wide world of musicality available from them.
From country train beats on a snare or a bossa nova groove across a coated head to lush ballads on riveted cymbals, Brushes produce a unique tone and feel for various genres, songs and venues. You can even fatten up your backbeat with the right Brush.
Add a pair to your Bag for that desired sound and choose from the wide range of materials and options of Meinl Stick & Brush. After all, you never know when that tune is going to get called on the bandstand that requires a pair of Brushes.
Mallets
Mallets are THE tool for adding an epic element to your drumming. They are especially suitable for using around the Drum Kit for the Toms both driving the music and for low dynamic work underneath the music. Also, they are great for cymbal swells and soft crashes on sizzle cymbals.
When it comes to auxiliary percussion, sessions, overdubs, and orchestrated percussion, Mallets are an invaluable tool to get the most out of each performance. To help you find the right Mallet, Meinl Stick & Brush offers is a variety of firmness options: Super Soft, Medium or Hard felt.
Alternative Sticks
One of the most interesting things about drumming is creating your individual sound and trying out new things. So called Alternative Sticks help both drummers and percussionists achieve new sounds or play in a more efficient manner.
These unique tools can be applied to a wide range of percussion instruments.
View all Meinl Stick & Brush Alternative Sticks in Meinlshop
Accessories
The Meinl Stick & Brush line of accessories are tools that can help you solve problems drummers face both on and off of the Drum Throne. Make sure your Stick Bag is stocked with these key items as well.
Drum Key
Maybe it has once happened to you that you forgot to take your Drum Key to a gig?! That is fatal, because the Drum Key is probably the first tool for making any drum sound better for the gig, dialing in your own sound, and adjusting hardware so that you are comfortable while playing.
Plus, we all know how easy it is to lose a Drum Key at a gig or leave it behind. To be prepared, just throw both Meinl Stick & Brush Drum Keys into your Stick Bag. Then, you are guaranteed to always have one when needed.
Multi-Tool
The Meinl Stick & Brush Drum Tech Multi-Tool is a sleek, all-in-one unit that includes ten common tools needed for quick fixes and maintenance around the kit. This can really save you when an unexpected problem arises. Included is a standard drum key, Philips head screwdriver, flat head screwdriver, socket wrench, hex wrenches (2, 2.5, 3, 4, and 5mm sizes) and a bottle opener.
Stick Wrap/Stick Wax
Have you ever dropped a Stick in the middle of a song on stage? This is often happening due to not getting a good enough grip. Meinl Stick & Brush has two items that counter this problem and supply you with additional grip, either all the time or as needed: The Meinl Stick & Brush Stick Wrap and the Meinl Stick & Brush Stick Wax.
Bottle Opener
Who doesn’t know it: Just when we’re most thirsty, there is no Bottle Opener within reach? Plus, you probably know the feeling at the end of a long set, when you want to just relax. In order to always make sure you stay hydrated and cool, keep the Meinl Stick & Brush Bottle Opener in your Stick Bag. This also helps to keep the rest of the band happy as well.
Other Accessories for your Stick Bag
Don't forget to take care of your ears. Whether you are playing on stage with in-ear monitoring or you prefer monitor wedges right next to your Drum Set – make sure to always have your In-Ears or ear protection in your Stick Bag.
Another tip recommended by many drummers is to have a spare Bass Drum Beater in your Stick Bag. This is great if you are playing a house kit and prefer your own or their beater is damaged.
Meinl Cymbals Drum Honey is an absolute must-have among accessories, especially when you are playing a house kit. The Drum Honey can really make a difference when tuning old heads or tuning your kit to a room you have never played in.
Meinl Cymbals Bacon is another great accessory to keep in the Bag so that you can throw it on a Cymbal anytime, e. g. for a ballad.
Sound effects
One easy way to alternate your sound is using sound effects. Whether you are looking for a simple way to change your tone or want to build layers of complex sound into your kit, there are many items to choose from. Add them to your Stick Bag and have the possibility to offer a wide range of sounds to your listeners.
As drummers, the Meinl Stick & Brush team knows that a drumstick is a very personal choice because it is the direct connection between a drummer or percussionist and their instrument.
To help you finding the tool you need to create music and take your drumming to new levels, Meinl Stick & Brush daily put their passion for drumming into work. Driven by this passion they offer a focused range of products with innovation and quality continually at the forefront. One innovation is the so called „AH-HA“ moment, which means that sticks are made with a new step: weigh and sort the raw wooden dowels into designated models before manufacturing. So your favorite pair will always feel the same.
I AM PACKING MY STICK BAG AND TAKE WITH ME...
From Drumsticks to Drum Keys, there are many items that should be part of every Stick Bag to be equipped for all musical situations you might encounter. To make sure you don't forget any important tool at your next gig, read this blog post and be perfectly prepared.
Drumsticks, the heart of every Stick Bag
If you are playing a Drum Kit, these will be the most important and most frequently used Tools in your Bag. What you pack and how many, is up to you though. Most drummers have a Stick size that feels best to them, and you may want to have a few extra pairs on hand.
However, some drummers like to have a variety of Sticks available, especially if you play in a wide selection of venues or genres. This ensures you always have the best option for the job at hand.
When choosing the right Sticks, you should also keep the room size and acoustics in mind. For example, in smaller rooms, a pair of lightweight Sticks is best. If you need to bring the volume down on Cymbals, it is practical to have maple sticks in your Bag. But as already mentioned, which Sticks you choose is up to you.
Multi-Rods
Multi-Rods offer drummers and percussionist a variety of options from adding texture to your sound to volume control, and they can be used on all types of percussion instruments from Cajon to Drum Kit. Various materials offer unique sounds and add layers of texture and sensitivity.
It’s no secret that Drums are loud, so most drummers keep a pair of Multi-Rods in the Bag in order to keep the groove going on those acoustic and low volume gigs.
Brushes
While you may be plagued by the drum myth that Brushes are only suited for playing soft jazz, there is much more to them than many believe. While Sticks may be the main tool we use on the kit, most of us eventually learn the subtleties of Brushes and the wide world of musicality available from them.
From country train beats on a snare or a bossa nova groove across a coated head to lush ballads on riveted cymbals, Brushes produce a unique tone and feel for various genres, songs and venues. You can even fatten up your backbeat with the right Brush.
Add a pair to your Bag for that desired sound and choose from the wide range of materials and options of Meinl Stick & Brush. After all, you never know when that tune is going to get called on the bandstand that requires a pair of Brushes.
Mallets
Mallets are THE tool for adding an epic element to your drumming. They are especially suitable for using around the Drum Kit for the Toms both driving the music and for low dynamic work underneath the music. Also, they are great for cymbal swells and soft crashes on sizzle cymbals.
When it comes to auxiliary percussion, sessions, overdubs, and orchestrated percussion, Mallets are an invaluable tool to get the most out of each performance. To help you find the right Mallet, Meinl Stick & Brush offers is a variety of firmness options: Super Soft, Medium or Hard felt.
Alternative Sticks
One of the most interesting things about drumming is creating your individual sound and trying out new things. So called Alternative Sticks help both drummers and percussionists achieve new sounds or play in a more efficient manner.
These unique tools can be applied to a wide range of percussion instruments.
View all Meinl Stick & Brush Alternative Sticks in Meinlshop
Accessories
The Meinl Stick & Brush line of accessories are tools that can help you solve problems drummers face both on and off of the Drum Throne. Make sure your Stick Bag is stocked with these key items as well.
Drum Key
Maybe it has once happened to you that you forgot to take your Drum Key to a gig?! That is fatal, because the Drum Key is probably the first tool for making any drum sound better for the gig, dialing in your own sound, and adjusting hardware so that you are comfortable while playing.
Plus, we all know how easy it is to lose a Drum Key at a gig or leave it behind. To be prepared, just throw both Meinl Stick & Brush Drum Keys into your Stick Bag. Then, you are guaranteed to always have one when needed.
Multi-Tool
The Meinl Stick & Brush Drum Tech Multi-Tool is a sleek, all-in-one unit that includes ten common tools needed for quick fixes and maintenance around the kit. This can really save you when an unexpected problem arises. Included is a standard Drum Key, Philips head screwdriver, flat head screwdriver, socket wrench, hex wrenches (2, 2.5, 3, 4, and 5mm sizes) and a bottle opener.
Stick Wrap/Stick Wax
Have you ever dropped a Stick in the middle of a song on stage? This is often happening due to not getting a good enough grip. Meinl Stick & Brush has two items that counter this problem and supply you with additional grip, either all the time or as needed: The Meinl Stick & Brush Stick Wrap and the Meinl Stick & Brush Stick Wax.
Bottle Opener
Who doesn’t know it: Just when we’re most thirsty, there is no Bottle Opener within reach? Plus, you probably know the feeling at the end of a long set, when you want to just relax. In order to always make sure you stay hydrated and cool, keep the Meinl Stick & Brush Bottle Opener in your Stick Bag. This also helps to keep the rest of the band happy as well.
Other Accessories for your Stick Bag
Don't forget to take care of your ears. Whether you are playing on stage with in-ear monitoring or you prefer monitor wedges right next to your Drum Set – make sure to always have your In-Ears or ear protection in your Stick Bag.
Another tip recommended by many drummers is to have a spare Bass Drum Beater in your Stick Bag. This is great if you are playing a house kit and prefer your own or their beater is damaged.
Meinl Cymbals Drum Honey is an absolute must-have among accessories, especially when you are playing a house kit. The Drum Honey can really make a difference when tuning old heads or tuning your kit to a room you have never played in.
Meinl Cymbals Bacon is another great accessory to keep in the Bag so that you can throw it on a cymbal anytime, e. g. for a ballad.
Sound Effects
One easy way to alternate your sound is using sound effects. Whether you are looking for a simple way to change your tone or want to build layers of complex sound into your kit, there are many items to choose from. Add them to your Stick Bag and have the possibility to offer a wide range of sounds to your listeners.
As drummers, the Meinl Stick & Brush team knows that a drumstick is a very personal choice because it is the direct connection between a drummer or percussionist and their instrument.
To help you finding the tool you need to create music and take your drumming to new levels, Meinl Stick & Brush daily put their passion for drumming into work. Driven by this passion they offer a focused range of products with innovation and quality continually at the forefront. One innovation is the so called „AH-HA“ moment, which means that sticks are made with a new step: weigh and sort the raw wooden dowels into designated models before manufacturing. So your favorite pair will always feel the same.
