Great Condition. Used Taye Drums 14X5.5 Tour Pro Drum. TAYE Spotlight Drums Lot Zildijan PLatinum Cymbals Burgundy Hardwood. Drum Rudiments adunit: 'drumforum_rosbtf_728x90', userType: ['guest','loggedin'], // display only on user type Please check the fields highlighted in red. They come in 5 and 6" depths. While not a huge scientific leap, it does save time and prevents having to look for that eighth tension rod that rolled in under the stands during head changes. Build A Drum Solo The Vintage snares really remind me of some of the boutique brands. code: 'div-gpt-ad-drumforum_300x250_3', pageType: ['mainpage','post'], // display only on page type device: ['desktop'], // display only on device }); !(function(o,n,t){t=o.createElement(n),o=o.getElementsByTagName(n)[0],t.async=1,t.src="https://puffypurpose.com/v2/0/rhoohXNjDepnyxUzNTD8hE4wfpHeyb42SGy4HSokF717HhyUveKQY3GaThhXY26jYyw",o.parentNode.insertBefore(t,o)})(document,"script"),(function(o,n){o[n]=o[n]||function(){(o[n].q=o[n].q||[]).push(arguments)}})(window,"admiral");! At the heart of StudioMaple are hand-selected 100% North American Sugar Maple shells featuring EFS Shell Technology providing warm, well-rounded tone, with a balanced mix of bottom end punch, lower mid-range warmth, and hi-end attack. Oops, looks like you forgot something. Raya is basically a triangular badge with a circle. Our job is to get the groom from his house to the temple [laughs]., Rays forays into Indian music offer a nice counterpoint to his other gigs. Along with many other major drum manufacturers, Taye displayed its widely popular GoKit and many snare drum models from several of its product lines. In addition the drums respond equally well to light touches, moderate taps and outright abusive blows. adunit: 'drumforum_tablet_sticky_728x90', Bass Drum Pillow not included. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. Please check the fields highlighted in red. if(adUnits){ Taye Sai's Boutique Boston, MA, United States Taye Studio Maple Drums Used - Good $455 + $140 Shipping This listing has ended View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb View similar gear Watch Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. In some models the badge has depth. a fan of Blood Sweat & Tears, who made their mark on the music world beginning in the late 60s onward, with their success reaching astronomical . All mounting brackets are equipped with PocketHinges. To have the patience to measure every shells roundness and document the flatness of all the bearing edges, I have to discipline myself to perform those tasks first and then get into the enjoyable duties as a reward. ProX 418F (4-piece, 18 Bass, Fusion) is the specific model number of the drums covered in this Taye ProX Review. I like to work with triangles, circles, rigid. SideLatch: Legal Beat: Do You Need Permission To Upload A Cover Song To Youtube. }); Tension adjustment is smooth and the entire design is straight-forward with a minimum of moving parts. Learn More, We understand the importance of online privacy and are committed to complying with the EU General Data Protection Regulation. Price: 995 $. Title: ModernDrummerJuneReview.pdf Author: Gauging sustain and resonance as well as tweaks to increase or decrease overtones and ring. Site Navigation Walking into it blindly (not ever seeing it or playing one). You must log in or register to reply here. Consisting of 18 X 14 Bass Drum, 12 X 8 Tom tom, 14 X 14 Floor tom and a 14 X 5 Snare drum. Tour Pro - This is more of a vintage sounding drum kit. Turning our attention to the metal parts, three pairs of eyes scouring every angle of each component,in the end managed to turn up onepin-head sized blister in the chrome on the tom mount platform. for (var i = 0, len = adUnits.length; i < len; i++) { check out the. size: [[728, 90]], Taye Pro X Drums for sale in mint condition. Third, I believe has to do with the slightly rounded over bearing edges, marginally increasing head-to-shell contact without hindering the heads ability to resonate freely. Tayes bass pedals and Hi Hat stands have become my go-to hardware choice. Engineered For Sound. if(adUnits[i].userType.indexOf(userType) === -1) {adUnits[i].display = false; continue;} pageType: ['mainpage','post'], // display only on page type Taye Origional - These are one of a kind drum kits that Ray Ayotte creates, and are very limited edition drums. Patented studded lug gaskets remove any metal-to-wood contact allowing the drum to resonate more freely, delivering optimum sonic performance in all environments. }); 1. device: ['desktop','tablet'], // display only on device Taye started off as a company that supplied superior quality hardware and drums to many of the world's most famous brands. These stands will hold up to everything you can throw on them or at them. var userType = 'guest'; // set the user type, available: guest, loggedin, paid From a pure features, specs, and design perspective, the ProX is a sound and solid contender. Skip to main content. Drum Beats The Tom suspension mounts are of the heavy gauge, well-made variety. You can also choose between a bare shell pack or a complete kit with hardware. Both are worth a look/listen. A light flick is all it takes to disengage the snares while still firmly holding them engaged. Many drummers try to keep a pillow or towel up against the head to help deaden the sound, but this can be inconsistent. . userType: ['guest'], // display only on user type For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. At Taye he introduced a range of finishes and colors that seemed to come from palletes not available to other drum builders, with satin finishes that are more reminiscent of some acoustic guitars than drums. He had to spend ten years learning how to make drums from scratch by myself, he says, after spending decades as part of a team. googletag.defineSlot('/143039214/drumforum_rosatf_468x60_sponsor', [468, 60], 'div-gpt-ad-drumforum_rosatf_468x60_sponsor').addService(googletag.pubads()); The bass pedals have the feel of much higher priced boutique pedals, offer infinite adjustment, and are smoooooth. However if I start there, I may never get to the time consuming and tedious exercise of examining the shell interiors, bearing edges, metal components and overall build quality. Good Condition. By continuing to use Reverb, you agree to these updates, and to our cookie policy. ProX falls right in the middle of Tayes range of drum kits. We felt strongly that it was time to develop our own line of drums. Surprisingly,despite 1.6 mm rims on a 13 snare, cross sticking yields clear and articulate clacks, clocks and clicks without even reversing the stick. Each drum has a very broad tuning range all the way from rumbling low to squealing high. Heres an example of where the lower end of the tuning range can be put to use. Joe Morello's Ludwig drum set and Paiste cymbals . years ago. After this processwe take cross measurements across the diameter of the shells using the lug screws as guide and take note of any discrepancies. Studded Gaskets: adunit: 'drumforum_desktop_sticky_728x90', They have two flavors of it. The second I attribute to the shells. var dfpNetwork = '143039214'; userType: ['guest','loggedin'], // display only on user type But the good times were short-lived. Overall value for money is hard to beat as well, when you combine the high build quality, extensive feature list, Perfect tolerance measurements and broad tonal range, it becomes hard to believe that this is a $600 shell pack. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. Taye Drums - best seat in the house Stay Connected: As much as this kit is versatile and flexible, if youre looking for a distinct maple, or other particular sound, the birch/basswood blend might not deliver exactly what you seek. Its sidelit acrylic. Quality, Sound and Value assessed in detail, http://compactdrums.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Voice-018.m4a, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eNzUu5KFg1A. // END: Defining Adunits }); ADVERTISEMENT. pageType: ['mainpage','post'], // display only on page type 1. device: ['mobile'], // display only on device network: dfpNetwork, Clear on the batter side and white on the audience-facing end and of medium weight as well. Ray now lives in British Columbia and he spends his retirement playing music and making drums on his own from time to time, under the name Raya. pageType: ['mainpage','post'], // display only on page type Louie Bellson's Rogers Set and WMP 5x14 Dynasonic . Starting with the tom tom, after the inspection described above I re-installed the heads and tinkered with lower than useful tunings for a bit. 3 talking about this. }); Well, before you know it the Ludwigs were sold. $650.00. Many of his drums more closely resemebled satin-finished guitars than drums. Today boutique custom drum builders are everywhere. 05-07-2007, 07:33 AM. Taye is an interesting company, with a host of technical innovations and an unusual aspect I just found out the other day; They make every part of their drum kits themselves, in house. Rack toms are all mounted with standard ball-joint L rods that function well. Dear Prudence, was it Ringo or McCartney? device: ['desktop'], // display only on device }); Impressive! The 13 X 5 snare drum has a distinct personality all its own. var device = "desktop"; This led to a great expansion in Ayotte production as the dealer base was expanded from 11 to more than 200. var googletag = googletag || {}; Taye Drums, Music Manufacturers, Percussion, Drums, Canadian Music Industry Ray Ayotte was born in Millardville Canada where as a youngster he began playing drums for rock bands he formed with schoolmates. With no internal pressure points, PocketHinge effectively distributes force across a wide area of the rod to which it mounts, delivering dependable, slip-free performance. To me the design has to tell a story. Retractable spikes eliminate bass drum movement. Both are made of the same luaun (mahogany) that the other companies make their entry kits out of, and the hardware is very sturdy for the price range. device: ['desktop'], // display only on device Great Savings & Free Delivery / Collection on many items The ProX series kitreviewed here are birch/basswood hybrid shells with a dark grey gloss lacquer finish and hardware pack. Their drums feature wooden hoops, made of Canadian maple. Paid 1400 Canadian for a 4 pc. The first and most obvious that these drums are well within tolerance margins in regards toroundness and bearing edge flatness. Today's Ayotte Drums are still made in Quebec. size: [[300, 250]], One with triple fanged hoops and one with maple. and built with about the same quality . On our test kit we are also using TayesACS-PK008 to hold a splash in the centre of the kit. As mentioned in the Introduction for an additional $120 its hard to resist getting the hardware pack with the ProX kit. Taye Drums, A family owned, Canadian custom drum manufacturing company was established in 1975. code: 'div-gpt-ad-drumforum_desktoptablet_1stguestpost_300x250', Thats when the owner of Drums Only, a keen-eyed designer named Ray Ayotte, along with his brother George and a fine guitarmaker named Atilla Balogh came together around a vision that would soon be known as Ayotte Drums. At Taye, no detail is too small if it results in a better sounding drum. adunit: 'drumforum_mobile_atf_320x50', Great Condition. I play in half a dozen kinds of situations, he says, adding I enjoy playing with Indian guys, bhagra, basically Punjabi Sikh weddings, and other South Asian weddings That gig is usually a morning performance. You know, when the Sixties were happening I was kind of a jazz snob. (function(n,e,r,t){function o(){if((function o(t){try{return(t=localStorage.getItem("v4ac1eiZr0"))&&0