Actually just a Bass player enjoying your playing. Have you ever thought of uploading these in podcast format to platforms such as spotify? I'd love to listen to these on the go, just concentrating on the sounds, learning about the differences in sound between pieces of drum equipment. Cheers. Keep it up.
Just found your channel today, and I can’t get enough of your sound and musicality while you play. I also am insanely jealous of your long rolls and buzz rolls. If you wouldn’t mind, do you have any tips on how to practice/what to practice to increase the smoothness and consistency of rolls? Thanks so much! Can’t wait to watch more from you
I've never really fallen in love with a Copperphonic…………………..Until now!!! One of the best Luddys I've heard in years. You just made a strong case for Fiberskyn's on snares!. Gorgeous sound all through the range!. That low range practically made me weep!!. It's a desert island recording drum. Oh, and you're very.....very good!!
That's fatter than playing an old large inner tube from a truck tire....... great sound Carter and you have the BEST single strokes that I've ever seen or heard! Thanks and Blessings!!!
Great recording! The playing is always great and so is the drum itself. As someone who records drums constantly, I really admire the sound that was captured. It’s better than being in the room with it.
My two favorite drummers of the past 3 years. Mark Guiliana and Mr. Carter McLean. Carter, please invite Mark to your studio. I think you'd have a major RUclips overload due to an overwhelming amount of views..
Solid grooves. What I like about this is that you can pick one of these up for around $800 and they still sound better than some of the copper or brass snares that cost $300-$500 more.
Excellent stick control, I mean really great! Even when my hands were working, (like, 25 or 30 years ago), I could only do some of that. That, and the fact that I really never mastered the match grip. I started playing back in the early 60's, (I was 8 yrs old in 64 when I started), and I learned to play with the conventional grip. Years later, I could see some advantages to the match grip but I was already pretty deeply 'programmed' for the conventional grip and never was able to acclimate to a match grip. I used the match for some real simple stuff once in a while but nothing more than that. I still play at home just to help all my joints to stay flexible and working but nowadays, arthritis in my fingers keeps me from the finesse buzz rolls and neat little tricks I used to do. It's been quite a while since I saw any really nice stick work. I have some Buddy Rich videos when he had The Rocket City Band (or did he call it The Rocket City Orchestra?). Once in a while, I'll watch some of his stuff but otherwise, I haven't seen that kind of stick-work in a long time. That copper snare is really a great sounding snare and you proved the range of versatility that it's capable of, but I have to tell you; your choice in cymbals just doesn't make it. The hats are OK, but that 'hub-cap gong' is definitely not making the trip as a ride cymbal. I would have liked to hear a lot of that drum work done with a 24" or even a 26" K-Ride. The Zildjian rides are still some of the best ride cymbals produced. About 5 years ago, I bought a townhouse, (which is interconnected to another homeowners townhouse), so I couldn't stay with acoustic drums. I had to buy an eKit so that I could control volume levels through an amp and at night, through headphones. It's a rather large kit with dual kicks, 4 toms and snare, and 5 cymbals, (e-cymbals). I much prefer acoustic drums and it's the first and only electric drum kit I ever owned and played, (great for home recording and practice, but I'd never take it on stage). The module is an RBM-20 Pearl RED Box, which offered great versatility for a module in that price range. My point is that I've spent hours, over a period of weeks, trying to dial in the 26" Zildjian ride cymbal's characteristics and never was able to get the sound the way I remembered it 'back in the day'. Maybe some of the newer drum module technology can pull it off. Anyway, I just realized that I'm slipping off topic, so even though I didn't care for the cymbal selection, the demo was great! Thanks, Rich
Carter! Love your videos. I can’t speak for everyone but I know I’d absolutely love to see a video of you showcasing all of your ‘toys’ ie different/unique sticks/brushes, your shakers, those steampunk looking things. Sort of like your cymbal demo videos but with your toys. Who cares - love your playing bye forever!!
Amazing demonstration, and the production is sublime! I'm going to pull the trigger on this drum - Carter - would you consider the tube lugs to be a must have?
Carter, Great vid! Saw your clinic in Chicago at Vic's. It is now closed by the way. I won the Black Magic snare in the raffle. Anyhoo, are your sticks made of maple?
This is insaaaaneeee! Thank you for this pure enjoyment. Here i stayed not only because of the Ludwig Snare haha :P Please Carter McLean, could you tell the rest of your kits set up? Personal favorit was your High Hat. Loved it! Awesome suitable groove also
I think I like the raw brass snare better. This one seems pretty dry and can do a lot at all kinds of tuning ranges, but that raw brass just has such sweet and cutting overtones. Copper for the job interview, raw brass for the house party.
At 5:54 sweet left hand roll.very nice.I just love stuff like that.All this man needs is a snare a pair of hats and a bass drum.What a wonderful technique.!!!
I’m eagerly awaiting my fed ex delivery right now. Ordered the hammered version of this snare. Thanks for the demonstration Carter! Ludwig artist of the year 🥇
Copper is awesome! Got a Starphonic from tama for 399 used.Loud but a fatness and smooth highs. Also kind of alumium but more lows and great snare wire response too.
Any affiliate link or anything for folks interested in buying and hoping you get a cut of the pie? You just do a tremendous service to these companies showcasing their drums so well man, I am heavily considering buying this thang but wouldn't mind knowing you're gettin some bread for this killer vid!
I think I've watched this demo at least 4 times, super tasty playing and amazing sound out of this drum... so much so that I just ordered one, it's the swiss army knife of snare drums!
Dyno-mite!! Great sounds all around! Do you think this would do super tight and dry low tunings? Also what are your sizes on your kit? Thanks for a great vid!
When it comes to drums I am not too brand specific as I think lots of companies make great stuff, but Ludwig probably has the best variety of snare drums. I've never really been a fan of low tuned snares, but that's probably because I've never heard one that sounded like this one in the first few minutes. Could this sound be achievable with a different metal shell and a mylar head? Like for example, could one replicate this sound on a Supralite or similarly priced drum with a standard diplomat?
Jake there is some great snares from Tama on the market at very reasonable prices.Check out the starphonic and slp line.Ive owned several from both lines,they sound amazing, The fit and finish is impeccable for snare drums from around $300.00_ $600.00 brand new.I own several high end snares from other manufacturers and I recommend these from Tama to a Lot of stay at home or weekend working drummers.Check them out,you won't be disappointed.!!!
Ali and Cathy Hunt I’m not positive, but it looks like a Ludwig Classic hi-hat stand. While I’m a huge fan of their drums, I haven’t had a lot of Ludwig hardware & generally prefer Yamaha stands over the other brands I’ve tried, but Ludwig hardware is well made & pretty intuitive to use. I had a fantastic pedal from them. I also had a snare stand that, while really chunky & well made, I could not figure out for the life of me. Apparently I’m too dumb to work a top level snare stand🤣
1:23 Mario Bros Fill!
Epic!
Also at 8:31
I’m a simple man I see a carter McClean video and press like before it’s even started to load
If I had to pick ONE snare.... this would be it
Totally agree!
can't go wrong with a good old ludwig.
Not your signature snare instead? Hmmm...
Is that 6.5 x 14" ?
Also, did you put those custom lugs on? Those aren't the standard Ludwig lugs. These look nice...
Digging the sounds AND the grooves!
Your single strokes always blow my mind
8:06
Fantastic snare. Ludwig snares are just at another level. It’s like they’re laced with pixie dust or something 😊
Ha!!!!!! As a 30 plus years Ludwig player,I find this comment absolutely true and hilarious 😂
This guy could make a 40 $ millennium snare sound awesome
we can all do that. i can. you can.
right!..... but maybe he is further on the way to control sound, more advanced.....and a little sophisticated.......
*cough* rdavidr *cough**cough*
@@polyduckwanaland He's good, but nowhere near as NASTY as this guy is. This is a chops masterclass.
Michael NESTROGEN Raisner yea your right. I had just only just discovered this guy tho
Actually just a Bass player enjoying your playing.
Have you ever thought of uploading these in podcast format to platforms such as spotify?
I'd love to listen to these on the go, just concentrating on the sounds, learning about the differences in sound between pieces of drum equipment.
Cheers. Keep it up.
Great idea, I'm tired of putting on a RUclips video to listen to some grooves on my way to work in the morning.
That single dislike on the video is from the guy you bought this snare from, I guess
Matteo Bussotti nah... it’s the one guy that likes a Lars Ulrich signature snare. But hey Carter could make even that snare sound great!!!!!
It's from the snare itself. Would you like getting a beating like that if you were that drum?
Just found your channel today, and I can’t get enough of your sound and musicality while you play. I also am insanely jealous of your long rolls and buzz rolls. If you wouldn’t mind, do you have any tips on how to practice/what to practice to increase the smoothness and consistency of rolls?
Thanks so much! Can’t wait to watch more from you
Your demo videos are so tasteful that they should be on a high class restaurant menu.
You are indeed the Dynamic's Wizard...
I've never really fallen in love with a Copperphonic…………………..Until now!!!
One of the best Luddys I've heard in years. You just made a strong case for Fiberskyn's on snares!. Gorgeous sound all through the range!. That low range practically made me weep!!. It's a desert island recording drum.
Oh, and you're very.....very good!!
That's fatter than playing an old large inner tube from a truck tire....... great sound Carter and you have the BEST single strokes that I've ever seen or heard! Thanks and Blessings!!!
Nobody gonna talk about this epic pairing between Kick and Snare.
As I'm typing he hit that left hand roll.
Eff this dude
Lol.
Great recording!
The playing is always great and so is the drum itself.
As someone who records drums constantly, I really admire the sound that was captured.
It’s better than being in the room with it.
A week ago I said... "I gotta get one." Now I got one!!! 🎼🎵🎶🥁 Thanks for the sound sample and great playing! Drum on ✊😎👍
Matt Cox can I ask for a quick review now you’ve got the drum? As good as it sounds hear?
I roll with a Yamaha copper drum. It's a crazy good metal for snares. Bite with quite a lot of tone still.
My two favorite drummers of the past 3 years. Mark Guiliana and Mr. Carter McLean. Carter, please invite Mark to your studio. I think you'd have a major RUclips overload due to an overwhelming amount of views..
Jeez man , All of these demos sound incredible
How about a quick video on tuning ?
cheers !
Cherr Lloyd I do an hour tuning demo at my educational site fourhandsdrumming.com
@@QuickestQuickChop rob browns awesome but his tuning demo is for maximum thump and good for beginners and people who never tune up
Yup. Keep messing around with it.
My favorite tip if i was to give one is: use two keys.
Some lucky SOB on Reddit got one of these in like-new condition, for like 3 or 400 bucks at Guitar Center the other day.
I think I saw that
I just picked one up for $400
I have a copper snare (AK) and I love the sound of these drums. The Ludwig offering of copper is extraordinary. And well played. Thanks.
You know how lame it is to have a favorite drummer that's not famous?
I can't explain this shit and get taken seriously. You're on my top 5. No lie.
Ludwig makes such great snare drums !!!
Solid grooves. What I like about this is that you can pick one of these up for around $800 and they still sound better than some of the copper or brass snares that cost $300-$500 more.
Fyi, the bronze supra can be had for nearly the same price at the same size
Excellent stick control, I mean really great! Even when my hands were working, (like, 25 or 30 years ago), I could only do some of that. That, and the fact that I really never mastered the match grip. I started playing back in the early 60's, (I was 8 yrs old in 64 when I started), and I learned to play with the conventional grip.
Years later, I could see some advantages to the match grip but I was already pretty deeply 'programmed' for the conventional grip and never was able to acclimate to a match grip. I used the match for some real simple stuff once in a while but nothing more than that.
I still play at home just to help all my joints to stay flexible and working but nowadays, arthritis in my fingers keeps me from the finesse buzz rolls and neat little tricks I used to do. It's been quite a while since I saw any really nice stick work. I have some Buddy Rich videos when he had The Rocket City Band (or did he call it The Rocket City Orchestra?). Once in a while, I'll watch some of his stuff but otherwise, I haven't seen that kind of stick-work in a long time.
That copper snare is really a great sounding snare and you proved the range of versatility that it's capable of, but I have to tell you; your choice in cymbals just doesn't make it. The hats are OK, but that 'hub-cap gong' is definitely not making the trip as a ride cymbal. I would have liked to hear a lot of that drum work done with a 24" or even a 26" K-Ride.
The Zildjian rides are still some of the best ride cymbals produced. About 5 years ago, I bought a townhouse, (which is interconnected to another homeowners townhouse), so I couldn't stay with acoustic drums. I had to buy an eKit so that I could control volume levels through an amp and at night, through headphones. It's a rather large kit with dual kicks, 4 toms and snare, and 5 cymbals, (e-cymbals).
I much prefer acoustic drums and it's the first and only electric drum kit I ever owned and played, (great for home recording and practice, but I'd never take it on stage). The module is an RBM-20 Pearl RED Box, which offered great versatility for a module in that price range.
My point is that I've spent hours, over a period of weeks, trying to dial in the 26" Zildjian ride cymbal's characteristics and never was able to get the sound the way I remembered it 'back in the day'. Maybe some of the newer drum module technology can pull it off.
Anyway, I just realized that I'm slipping off topic, so even though I didn't care for the cymbal selection, the demo was great!
Thanks,
Rich
Carter! Love your videos. I can’t speak for everyone but I know I’d absolutely love to see a video of you showcasing all of your ‘toys’ ie different/unique sticks/brushes, your shakers, those steampunk looking things. Sort of like your cymbal demo videos but with your toys. Who cares - love your playing bye forever!!
Dang that thing sounds good. Tasty playing too!!
I've played this snare, and fell in love. After about an hour of nobody helping me at GC, I left w/out it.
2:05-2:11
Crescendo roll made me cuss him out.
Wow. Snare drum sounds great. But your sticking is amazing. Single stroke 🎶🎶😊
Amazing demonstration, and the production is sublime! I'm going to pull the trigger on this drum - Carter - would you consider the tube lugs to be a must have?
John Knelange you will not be disappointed. Lugs are personal choice I just dig tube lugs.
@@cartermclean Hey thanks so much for the prompt response....and please keep the amazing content coming here and on IG!!
Carter, Great vid! Saw your clinic in Chicago at Vic's. It is now closed by the way. I won the Black Magic snare in the raffle. Anyhoo, are your sticks made of maple?
Tasty vid! Sweet copper snare, super sweet playing. Very entertaining performance.
Beautiful sound!
Yep Carter you could make a wet pillow sound great,but this snare is extremely good!
Well that sucks… looks like I’m buying a new Ludwig Hi-hat stand… that thing is sexy looking… nice playing as always Carter.
I love the tone of the bass drum
I almost wept at that single stroke crescendo around 4:50. That is some stone cold technique (and dynamics). I gotta get practicing!
The snare sounds so good!
This is insaaaaneeee! Thank you for this pure enjoyment. Here i stayed not only because of the Ludwig Snare haha :P Please Carter McLean, could you tell the rest of your kits set up? Personal favorit was your High Hat. Loved it! Awesome suitable groove also
I think I like the raw brass snare better. This one seems pretty dry and can do a lot at all kinds of tuning ranges, but that raw brass just has such sweet and cutting overtones. Copper for the job interview, raw brass for the house party.
There's more feel in those strokes than in a Catholic Church backroom.
Ouch!!!
shots fired
Sweet Jesus!
I would add a like but it's at 69.
HAHAHAHAHA
At 5:54 sweet left hand roll.very nice.I just love stuff like that.All this man needs is a snare a pair of hats and a bass drum.What a wonderful technique.!!!
One of my “most desired” snares on my list.
Very cool drumming! See some nice WFL in the background.
Do you use some kind of muffling like gaffer tape under the batter head or pre-muffled heads? You sound amazing man!
Great sound and playing!
Man great demo! That thing sounds awesome, but the playing really makes it!
Great playing! What are you using for the right crash? It sounds Ana big
Wonderful sounding drum and beautiful playing.
Snare Head is a Fyberskin? Grat sound and playing as always! ;)
I’m eagerly awaiting my fed ex delivery right now. Ordered the hammered version of this snare. Thanks for the demonstration Carter! Ludwig artist of the year 🥇
It’s been a year, do you like it?
@@warrenstemphly5756 yes! I absolutely love it. I highly recommend it.
Your playing is always stellar.
Copper is awesome! Got a Starphonic from tama for 399 used.Loud but a fatness and smooth highs. Also kind of alumium but more lows and great snare wire response too.
Just a masterpiece sound and performance...
Any affiliate link or anything for folks interested in buying and hoping you get a cut of the pie? You just do a tremendous service to these companies showcasing their drums so well man, I am heavily considering buying this thang but wouldn't mind knowing you're gettin some bread for this killer vid!
Came because of the Ludwig Snare
Stayed, because of the other drums kits suit up from Carter McLean
:P
I think I've watched this demo at least 4 times, super tasty playing and amazing sound out of this drum... so much so that I just ordered one, it's the swiss army knife of snare drums!
Oh my, this is so nice. Great gear and awesome drumming. Thanks
Dyno-mite!! Great sounds all around! Do you think this would do super tight and dry low tunings? Also what are your sizes on your kit? Thanks for a great vid!
Your ghost notes are simply insane!!
Great video! I am thinking of getting one of these. I definitely like the low and medium tunings the best.
I just had to get one - got it with copper hardware, too. I know it's going to be awesome, I love my Black Beauty.
Can I come over and just sit and listen? I'll bring beer - nothing more nothing less. I might throw a couple compliments though.
Are your Signature Sticks out yet? Want to try them out...
that's impressive! I'm talking about the drumming wow, very good! Snare sounds great
The first one is my favorite sound
Fantastic!
What's that hi-hat clutch?
Looks like a Cherry Hill micro clutch, or a variation there of.
@@StevesRykerAdventures Yes
I love this snare. On my list. Playing a Tama Bronze that won over my BB.
Hey Carter. May ask what stick size you play plz??? Thx for all. Deano
Your finger technique is scary
more like a demo of that pocket we know and love...
That clutch
Mark Finlay sweet spot clutches
They make alllll kinds
Loving the drummer, good skills.
Dammit! My list of things to buy grows more. This guy is gonna make me poor XD
Chapeau!!!!!!! 😎
Oh man, does that sound goooooorgeous🤤🤤🤤.
I have been wondering what kind of fiberskyn kick reso you use for a while now...I’m a huge fan of fiberskyn kick resos!
How often do you practice to click (nowadays or ever), Carter? Your sense of time is always a wonder to behold!
what camera and mic do you use ? or its just a cam mic sound ?
Michal844 FUJIX100F and Earthworks SR25 oh SR25LS kick
Like butter... Love it!
hi. Is the sound the same in the other finishes of the copper snare? brushed and smooth finish sounds like this snare raw finish?
😂🤣🤣 nice to listen your rock grooves....
feels!
Hidden gem 💎 = Bass Drum:)
love that snare, but I want one of those hi hat clutches!!! where do I find them? please and thanks!
#RideLife cherry hill drums micro clutch
bravo, love your drumming
Great sound. bON BON. Fiberskin just best head.
8:06 !!!!!! Is that even legal?
Pascal McCaffrey it’s ok I have a license for that 👍🏻
@@cartermclean A lisence to kill It?
I know its not the issue here, but this hi- hat is amazing
Just curious. What's the availability status on your signature sticks?
Gorgeous!!
best snare rolls ever
When it comes to drums I am not too brand specific as I think lots of companies make great stuff, but Ludwig probably has the best variety of snare drums. I've never really been a fan of low tuned snares, but that's probably because I've never heard one that sounded like this one in the first few minutes. Could this sound be achievable with a different metal shell and a mylar head? Like for example, could one replicate this sound on a Supralite or similarly priced drum with a standard diplomat?
Jake there is some great snares from Tama on the market at very reasonable prices.Check out the starphonic and slp line.Ive owned several from both lines,they sound amazing, The fit and finish is impeccable for snare drums from around $300.00_ $600.00 brand new.I own several high end snares from other manufacturers and I recommend these from Tama to a Lot of stay at home or weekend working drummers.Check them out,you won't be disappointed.!!!
Solid sound, I like
Hey Carter, is that a sig china that you play here ?
Pierre Bezard yes 22” Agop sig china
@@cartermclean Thanks ! Is there any chance to see you in France someday?
What hi hat stand is that - it looks pretty cool and retro (but modern too!) I love all these videos!
Ali and Cathy Hunt I’m not positive, but it looks like a Ludwig Classic hi-hat stand. While I’m a huge fan of their drums, I haven’t had a lot of Ludwig hardware & generally prefer Yamaha stands over the other brands I’ve tried, but Ludwig hardware is well made & pretty intuitive to use. I had a fantastic pedal from them. I also had a snare stand that, while really chunky & well made, I could not figure out for the life of me. Apparently I’m too dumb to work a top level snare stand🤣
Ludwig Atlas
Grande batterista!
Excellent demo as always. I've been trying to track down your signature stick with no luck. Any tip on where to look? Thanks
Jason Bone stick should be available online from Promark early this year
@@cartermclean I'll keep an eye out. Appreciate the response.