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Originally Posted by V
For starters, yes Rock Band got me addicted to the drums. No, I do not think playing real drums is anything like playing Rock Band drums. However, it has gotten me listening to the drums in every song I listen to, and I really think it's something I could really enjoy. I got my grade 10 in piano, so I know a bit about rhythm, and I think it's something I could do.
So, my question is, how does one get started with the drums? Do you just buy a set at a garage sale, watch a couple youtube videos, and voila! you're a drummer?
I know there are a few drummers here, so I figure this is as good a place to start as any...
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Actually, in my opinion playing drums on rockband actually does help you learn/get better at real drums, as once you get to expert you're doing almost exactly what you would be doing on real drums, andat the very least you're learning to coordinate yourself.
My buddy was just like you and thought "hmm maybe I can play real drums", and you know what? He bought a cheap kit, started fooling around, and I'm amazed at what he can do after only a month or so.
I have a few kits right now, so I could sell you a set of Mapex M series like these...
.....only used, and a bit darker blue. They typically retail between $1000 and $1400. Thy're at my buddy's house, so I'd have to check what I have with them, but I think there's a 21" Zildjian rock ride ($150ish), entry level hi-hats and maybe one other lower end crash, along with a drum stool.
I'd be willing to part with all of it for $500, as I don't really use it anymore. In my opinion, this would be a better option than buying a new entry level kit, as you would end up paying about $500 for the cheapest kit, and then you would have to spend at least another couple hundred on cymbals.