NAVIGATION: 0:01 Goose and Ricky duet 0:14 Which scale is best you to a playing style 0:48 What RAV and Native american flute have in common? 1:09 Does every RAV sounds harmonic? 1:32 What scales are best for beginners? 2:09 Different styles of play on B Kurd 2:32 Playing by Using 3 fingers 3:09 How to find your rythm 3:43 Plying dyads 4:09 Playing triads 4:21 Why B Kurd is good for first time players 4:48 Which scale is good with guitar and flure 5:37 How does it sound? 6:32 Which scale adds a variety to your playing 7:04 What a sound! 8:00 Choose what you like!
Remark regarding Native American Flute: the explanation is kind of "over-simplified": the 5-holes flutes are (minor) pentatonic. These are the "simple" sold flutes, but also many do have 6 holes, and then it can be played chromatically. Often, 6 holes flutes are sold with a leather strap which allows to fill the 3th hole, so it can be played as a 5 holes flute also.
I've been fascinated by the hang drum for years, but only recently discovered this beautiful little instrument. I'm in love! I'm grateful for the creation of this video, because I'm considering saving up to buy my very own rav vast drum.
Ahhhh! That D major was great but I never know if I'm falling for the scale or the tune! Thanks for the detailed video. This is a really huge purchase for me and I'm totally lost.
Have you tried the virtual player? That to me is the best way to be sure. Play every scale and choose your favourite, I’m sure when you get your first one you will want another anyways, that feeling is almost inescapable with such a beautiful instrument haha
Just a tip that I think is useful: If you put an 0:00 timestamp in your description, you will see the different sections in the video. In that way it's easier to navigate. But maybe you dislike that and didn't start with 0:00 on purpose, haha. Anyways, great video's and demo's!
Thanks Ricky, I'm waiting for my Rav now - your post helped me a lot! I'm also looking to purchase a handpan, but due to very limited local offerings, I'm bewildered as to how to safely buy from an OS maker.
Very cool. I like the G Major instrument you played last. But the second one (? name) seemed to play easy diads and triads. Very mystical and exotic sound.
I can’t choose between the one that you talked about! They are all so awesome! I got to play the Celtic b and I liked it a lot. I think I’m going to play maybe an oriental flute or a guitar or even a harp with it so I might just need to get 2 drums!
I am not a musician! I just love the sound and want to play it alone for my self to enjoy. IS that doable? Or do i have to know all that complexity ???
Demiana I think you can do it. this is more like how people made music before everything got complicated. for most of human history music was something you did, not so much something you listened to. you may not be a musician, but you’re a human! you can do it!
You can absolutely pick this up. Rhythm is something intrinsic to all beings, so it is just building muscle memory in your hands and strikes. I am sure you can do it. You can make your music as simple or complex as you wish, thankfully the sustain if the Rav fills in the rest. 😉🌞🌿
I've ordered the B Kurd based on your video...🙏🙏🙏 Can't wait to get it delivered!!! Could I request you to please post a video of Interstellar theme? Wasn't to learn playing that....🙏🙏🙏
so, to do the triads it seems you have to have large hands to hit the 2 notes plus the one to really get the true sound out...OR, I just need to practice more ...this was another great tutorial, thanks Ricky...
I am having troubles choosing between the B Kurd and the B Celtic Double Ding. I definitely want versatility to play in major and minor key, as well as the ability to play with other people. Would love anyone's thoughts on below or how to choose for my first steel tongue drum! B Kurd = extra 1/2 step, middle eastern-ish vibes B Celtic Double Ding = celtic vibes
I am in the same boat. Love double ding option on the B Celtic DD and ability to play in minor and major key but also see great chordal possibilities with G3 present on B Kurd. Did you land on either of the two and was swayed you one way or the other? Thanks!
Hello! I play on kalimba in G major scale. I want to buy a Rav Drum and i want to know what scale you recommend me to play with kalimba in G major scale. I am a absolute beginners! Thank you!
I love your style of play and find you to be an awesome individual and someone to admire. In one of your videos I saw you playing with a interesting chair/seat that both has legs or you could set it directly on the ground. It was a triangular shape and it was curved up at each point them forms sort of a bowl that you can sit in/on. I was wondering where I could get something like that? I would love to have it for outdoor playing. Another question: I have noticed that on your right hand you leave a couple of your fingernails longer than the others and I'm assuming this has to do with your playing of the drums. It appears that your thumb and one of the middle fingers is longer than the rest. Could you explain the reason for that? Thank you so much for sharing! It is really nice of you to do so. it is easy to see the passion you have for playing these instruments and it is contagious.
Thank you so much for putting up this video! I'm considering getting a B Kurd and I was wondering if that scale it working together with an Irish Low Whistle tuned in D. I play Irish Musik now for a while and would really like to record some songs together.
I would say the D Celtic would be the best fit for the Irish whistle, if it is tuned to a pentatonic scale. B Celtic matches the B pentatonic minor and F# pent minor, so the D Celtic would go well with the D penny whistle. I hope to hear it when you combine them!
I've been doing a lot of research and video watching, and the scale I resonate with the most is Golden Arcadia. I like how major and bright the sound is, but how it's not overly bright and has different, slightly more dissonant tones than a normal major. While it sounds good, do you think it would be good for a first time player?
Hmmm why there are no other scales from the note D ? only Major and the Celtic minor.. Id love to have a D Kurd or some other scale, because it fits my voice the best.
@@RAVVastSteelTongueDrum Yes, I'm a guitar player, it's like playing with a singer. We need to adjust for every singing/spoken voice :) C#/Db would be even better for me ! but these keys and scales are so rare to find ! And it might be more difficult to play such scale as C# Kurd (Aeolian) with other (diatonic) instruments that somehow prefer having a lot of white keys :/ Any possibility for making a custom scale option someday?
That’s very interesting, thank you! I never thought there was such a gap in supply Currently we don’t have the option, but maybe it would become a possibility In future💙
Sorry to be a password I've got one last question: Is the yarn or braiding can be purchased purely decorative! Does it change the sound in any way or does it merely protect the edge? Is it your preference to have the braiding on or off? I was wondering if you tap the edges at all to produce any types of sound and with the braiding you would not be able to do so.
Thanks for the video Mr. Ricky. I currently own a G Pygmy and like to play quite a bit slower than you do, a more sort of meditative pulse. I was looking at getting another RAV and like the sound of the B Kurd, but now after watching your video maybe these are too similar? Given what I have said above, do you have any suggestions for another RAV? Thanks for your videos.
Hi! B Kurd is nowhere similar to G Pygmy so it would be a nice add to your drum! But since you have G Pygmy and probably looking for the scale that would fit yours, we'd suggest looking at E Low Pygmy. You can contact us on Facebook for more information: facebook.com/ravdrum or via email hi@ravvast.com
Hi there, I have one question. I choose A Marmara scale because its resonate with me. Im just starting journey with the soud, its my first instrument ever. Do you think its a hard scale to learn ... Would be glad for answer :)
Ricky, there is one more scale I want to know more about - the Integral A2. Where does it fit with the scales you have demonstrated in this video, how it's different and similar? As I understand you don't own it so maybe you can't demonstrate but I am sure you have some opinion of it that would be valuable to hear. Thank you :)
Hi ! My partner is trying pick a drum that can be played easily with playing with other instruments. I already have written songs and my partner wants to add a rav drum to it. How do I figure out which drum would suit best to play with songs that are already written?
Hi! A Rus is a good choice for beginners. The scale is not so popular, but the sound is really beautiful. And it's easy co combine with other instruments and RAV scales.
A Rus is a great instrument, but now they currently offer the B Rus instead. Many of the B scales are similar to eachother (B Rus B Kurd, B Celtic etc) so all of those are very solid places to start. That said, go with whatever calls you the most, and your hands/heart will do the rest.
Choose one that is close to your heart. There are also some good scales like B Celtic Minor (perfect for beginners)? D Celtic minor (good for meditation) or B Kurd (musician's choice)
It seems that the only place you can get these drums is from overseas. I was wondering if anybody has any trouble importing them and how much duty you have to pay when you order one . I just purchased mine from Rav Vast directly. I order Oud(agarwood) from all over the world and in my experience anything over $800 gets flagged and I usually have to supply the merchandise's manufacturer's origin and also give my social security number and pay a duty when it is over $800. Regardless of this I am super excited. I chose the D major because it was on sale for 650 instead of 730. Also I would like to collaborate perhaps with a flute or vocals and maybe guitar, so it's not a bad place to start. I was leaning towards B Kurd but I bought this due to the fact that it was on sale. Maybe I can get a hand pan B Kurd later. So excited to give this a try, I know it's going to change my life. I'm from Oregon and there's plenty of waterfalls and also the ocean to go out and play at. Maybe Bigfoot will hear and come and listen.
Did your drum arrive without problems? And are you enjoying it? I am about to buy mine. I travel through Oregon every year, will be happy to drum with waterfalls, and all sorts of natural features. So excited.
@@brainmaker4495 I had no problems getting mine, however I did split the order so that it would be less than $800 and the rav people were extremely helpful in doing so. I had to pay a bit more shipping, however due to the fact that I import items all the time I know that if you go over that $800 amount that your package will be flagged in customs and therefore it will cause problems, however they took care of everything for me and it sailed right on through. I just had to pay a tiny bit more shipping and that's all. I love my drum, you will love it too. I'm actually from Coos Bay Oregon originally and there were 11 waterfalls in the county where I lived.
@@ustishrike5902 Thanks for your quick reply. I am so excited to have an instrument that reflects my piano percussion mind, with a whole new sound and experience. Can't even tell you. Keep on drumming! - Suzanna
Saving up for my first Rav. Wanting to play it alone and with Native American flute. Was leaning toward the B Celtic, but after watching more videos, now thinking more of the B Kurd or B Celtic double ding. What would you recommend?
@@BDWoodruffmusic Hi Brandon, I am making the same choice. Love double ding option on the B Celtic DD and ability to play in minor and major key but also see great chordal possibilities with G3 present on B Kurd. Any recommendation based on your experience with the drum?
@@grozava3465 I wound up getting the B Celtic (without double ding) and am loving it for improvisation. It works really well with my B minor and F# minor Native flutes as well. There are times I wish I'd gone with the double ding, but they are few (and I'm not convinced the extra note would have been worth the extra money). I really love my drum. These are wonderful instruments and I'm sure you'll enjoy whichever one you choose.
NAVIGATION:
0:01 Goose and Ricky duet
0:14 Which scale is best you to a playing style
0:48 What RAV and Native american flute have in common?
1:09 Does every RAV sounds harmonic?
1:32 What scales are best for beginners?
2:09 Different styles of play on B Kurd
2:32 Playing by Using 3 fingers
3:09 How to find your rythm
3:43 Plying dyads
4:09 Playing triads
4:21 Why B Kurd is good for first time players
4:48 Which scale is good with guitar and flure
5:37 How does it sound?
6:32 Which scale adds a variety to your playing
7:04 What a sound!
8:00 Choose what you like!
How to choose your first RAV:
1. Buy G Pygmy.
2. Profit.
What is the song you demo at the 7 minute mark?
@@fcuk_x That's what I just did lol
Remark regarding Native American Flute: the explanation is kind of "over-simplified": the 5-holes flutes are (minor) pentatonic. These are the "simple" sold flutes, but also many do have 6 holes, and then it can be played chromatically. Often, 6 holes flutes are sold with a leather strap which allows to fill the 3th hole, so it can be played as a 5 holes flute also.
I've been fascinated by the hang drum for years, but only recently discovered this beautiful little instrument. I'm in love! I'm grateful for the creation of this video, because I'm considering saving up to buy my very own rav vast drum.
They are amazing instruments! You wouldn’t regret it 👍🏻
Ahhhh! That D major was great but I never know if I'm falling for the scale or the tune!
Thanks for the detailed video. This is a really huge purchase for me and I'm totally lost.
I cans understand the difficulty in deciding. I can assure you though, whatever you pick, you will fall in love. 🙏🌞
I've been going through this for over a month still feel at square one lol been close a few times like you said big purchase
Have you tried the virtual player? That to me is the best way to be sure. Play every scale and choose your favourite, I’m sure when you get your first one you will want another anyways, that feeling is almost inescapable with such a beautiful instrument haha
I chose the B Celtic Double Ding. This drum has literally changed my life
This is a great choice! Hope you have a lot of fun with it!
Having the time of my life
Just asked about best beginner rav found this video. Awesome musicianship. Thanks
Thanks my friend 🙏🌞
Appreciate your time. Thanks for the video.
You're welcome! Thanks for watching!
Just a tip that I think is useful: If you put an 0:00 timestamp in your description, you will see the different sections in the video. In that way it's easier to navigate. But maybe you dislike that and didn't start with 0:00 on purpose, haha. Anyways, great video's and demo's!
Thanks Ricky, I'm waiting for my Rav now - your post helped me a lot! I'm also looking to purchase a handpan, but due to very limited local offerings, I'm bewildered as to how to safely buy from an OS maker.
Very cool. I like the G Major instrument you played last. But the second one (? name) seemed to play easy diads and triads. Very mystical and exotic sound.
I can’t choose between the one that you talked about! They are all so awesome! I got to play the Celtic b and I liked it a lot. I think I’m going to play maybe an oriental flute or a guitar or even a harp with it so I might just need to get 2 drums!
I am not a musician!
I just love the sound and want to play it alone for my self to enjoy. IS that doable? Or do i have to know all that complexity ???
Demiana
I think you can do it. this is more like how people made music before everything got complicated. for most of human history music was something you did, not so much something you listened to.
you may not be a musician, but you’re a human! you can do it!
You can absolutely pick this up. Rhythm is something intrinsic to all beings, so it is just building muscle memory in your hands and strikes. I am sure you can do it. You can make your music as simple or complex as you wish, thankfully the sustain if the Rav fills in the rest. 😉🌞🌿
That was helpful! Mahalo!
Glad you found it useful 🙏🌞
Thank you very much for this video, it is help to me!
So glad you found it useful!
I've ordered the B Kurd based on your video...🙏🙏🙏 Can't wait to get it delivered!!!
Could I request you to please post a video of Interstellar theme? Wasn't to learn playing that....🙏🙏🙏
Nice choice! We'll contact Ricky to make such cover.
so, to do the triads it seems you have to have large hands to hit the 2 notes plus the one to really get the true sound out...OR, I just need to practice more ...this was another great tutorial, thanks Ricky...
You don't need to have large hands to do that :D Just practice, you'll get used to it.
I am having troubles choosing between the B Kurd and the B Celtic Double Ding. I definitely want versatility to play in major and minor key, as well as the ability to play with other people. Would love anyone's thoughts on below or how to choose for my first steel tongue drum!
B Kurd = extra 1/2 step, middle eastern-ish vibes
B Celtic Double Ding = celtic vibes
I am in the same boat. Love double ding option on the B Celtic DD and ability to play in minor and major key but also see great chordal possibilities with G3 present on B Kurd. Did you land on either of the two and was swayed you one way or the other? Thanks!
I'm also trying to choose between those two.. what decision did you make?
Hello!
I play on kalimba in G major scale.
I want to buy a Rav Drum and i want to know what scale you recommend me to play with kalimba in G major scale.
I am a absolute beginners!
Thank you!
I love your style of play and find you to be an awesome individual and someone to admire. In one of your videos I saw you playing with a interesting chair/seat that both has legs or you could set it directly on the ground. It was a triangular shape and it was curved up at each point them forms sort of a bowl that you can sit in/on. I was wondering where I could get something like that? I would love to have it for outdoor playing. Another question: I have noticed that on your right hand you leave a couple of your fingernails longer than the others and I'm assuming this has to do with your playing of the drums. It appears that your thumb and one of the middle fingers is longer than the rest. Could you explain the reason for that? Thank you so much for sharing! It is really nice of you to do so. it is easy to see the passion you have for playing these instruments and it is contagious.
I hope some one makes a tunable rav vast...
Thank you so much for putting up this video! I'm considering getting a B Kurd and I was wondering if that scale it working together with an Irish Low Whistle tuned in D. I play Irish Musik now for a while and would really like to record some songs together.
I would say the D Celtic would be the best fit for the Irish whistle, if it is tuned to a pentatonic scale. B Celtic matches the B pentatonic minor and F# pent minor, so the D Celtic would go well with the D penny whistle. I hope to hear it when you combine them!
what is the name of the song you were playing at 6:10 ?
I've been doing a lot of research and video watching, and the scale I resonate with the most is Golden Arcadia. I like how major and bright the sound is, but how it's not overly bright and has different, slightly more dissonant tones than a normal major. While it sounds good, do you think it would be good for a first time player?
Couldn't take my eyes off that dry stone wall
Phil Williams something about this instrument makes you appreciate everything
Dear musicien, which one of the 3 is better to sing with? I’m à singer not a musician for the moment but I’d like to buy one.
I saw you mention G minor in another video as a suggestion for beginners, I think. Would that be a good choice for a very beginning player?
Hmmm why there are no other scales from the note D ? only Major and the Celtic minor.. Id love to have a D Kurd or some other scale, because it fits my voice the best.
Interesting point! We have so many interesting beautiful scales, that we never really thought about it before 💙😉
@@RAVVastSteelTongueDrum Yes, I'm a guitar player, it's like playing with a singer. We need to adjust for every singing/spoken voice :) C#/Db would be even better for me ! but these keys and scales are so rare to find ! And it might be more difficult to play such scale as C# Kurd (Aeolian) with other (diatonic) instruments that somehow prefer having a lot of white keys :/
Any possibility for making a custom scale option someday?
That’s very interesting, thank you! I never thought there was such a gap in supply
Currently we don’t have the option, but maybe it would become a possibility In future💙
Sorry to be a password I've got one last question: Is the yarn or braiding can be purchased purely decorative! Does it change the sound in any way or does it merely protect the edge? Is it your preference to have the braiding on or off? I was wondering if you tap the edges at all to produce any types of sound and with the braiding you would not be able to do so.
Thanks for the video Mr. Ricky. I currently own a G Pygmy and like to play quite a bit slower than you do, a more sort of meditative pulse. I was looking at getting another RAV and like the sound of the B Kurd, but now after watching your video maybe these are too similar? Given what I have said above, do you have any suggestions for another RAV? Thanks for your videos.
Hi! B Kurd is nowhere similar to G Pygmy so it would be a nice add to your drum! But since you have G Pygmy and probably looking for the scale that would fit yours, we'd suggest looking at E Low Pygmy. You can contact us on Facebook for more information: facebook.com/ravdrum or via email hi@ravvast.com
Hi there, I have one question. I choose A Marmara scale because its resonate with me. Im just starting journey with the soud, its my first instrument ever. Do you think its a hard scale to learn ... Would be glad for answer :)
Ricky, there is one more scale I want to know more about - the Integral A2. Where does it fit with the scales you have demonstrated in this video, how it's different and similar? As I understand you don't own it so maybe you can't demonstrate but I am sure you have some opinion of it that would be valuable to hear. Thank you :)
Easy - El combo... A Integral AND E Pygmy Low
BTW It's all about melody - everywhere, even with rhythms.
Also C golden gate goes well 👍🏻
Hi ! My partner is trying pick a drum that can be played easily with playing with other instruments. I already have written songs and my partner wants to add a rav drum to it. How do I figure out which drum would suit best to play with songs that are already written?
D Major
Hi, could you help me? . What do you think of ra vast A Rus for a beginner or is another better. Thanks
Hi! A Rus is a good choice for beginners. The scale is not so popular, but the sound is really beautiful. And it's easy co combine with other instruments and RAV scales.
A Rus is a great instrument, but now they currently offer the B Rus instead. Many of the B scales are similar to eachother (B Rus B Kurd, B Celtic etc) so all of those are very solid places to start. That said, go with whatever calls you the most, and your hands/heart will do the rest.
Yeah three years later I still can't decide which one is best for me
Help!?!
Choose one that is close to your heart. There are also some good scales like B Celtic Minor (perfect for beginners)? D Celtic minor (good for meditation) or B Kurd (musician's choice)
@@RAVVastSteelTongueDrum yes, good advice ! I do feel drawn to both Celtics. But also the g pygmy
It seems that the only place you can get these drums is from overseas. I was wondering if anybody has any trouble importing them and how much duty you have to pay when you order one . I just purchased mine from Rav Vast directly. I order Oud(agarwood) from all over the world and in my experience anything over $800 gets flagged and I usually have to supply the merchandise's manufacturer's origin and also give my social security number and pay a duty when it is over $800. Regardless of this I am super excited. I chose the D major because it was on sale for 650 instead of 730. Also I would like to collaborate perhaps with a flute or vocals and maybe guitar, so it's not a bad place to start. I was leaning towards B Kurd but I bought this due to the fact that it was on sale. Maybe I can get a hand pan B Kurd later. So excited to give this a try, I know it's going to change my life. I'm from Oregon and there's plenty of waterfalls and also the ocean to go out and play at. Maybe Bigfoot will hear and come and listen.
Did your drum arrive without problems? And are you enjoying it? I am about to buy mine. I travel through Oregon every year, will be happy to drum with waterfalls, and all sorts of natural features. So excited.
@@brainmaker4495 I had no problems getting mine, however I did split the order so that it would be less than $800 and the rav people were extremely helpful in doing so. I had to pay a bit more shipping, however due to the fact that I import items all the time I know that if you go over that $800 amount that your package will be flagged in customs and therefore it will cause problems, however they took care of everything for me and it sailed right on through. I just had to pay a tiny bit more shipping and that's all. I love my drum, you will love it too. I'm actually from Coos Bay Oregon originally and there were 11 waterfalls in the county where I lived.
@@ustishrike5902 Thanks for your quick reply. I am so excited to have an instrument that reflects my piano percussion mind, with a whole new sound and experience. Can't even tell you. Keep on drumming! - Suzanna
Saving up for my first Rav. Wanting to play it alone and with Native American flute. Was leaning toward the B Celtic, but after watching more videos, now thinking more of the B Kurd or B Celtic double ding. What would you recommend?
B Celtic Double Ding is much better with Native American flute! B Kurd is good for single playing and improvisation!
@@RAVVastSteelTongueDrum Thanks for the info! Looking forward to getting this fantastic instrument.
@@BDWoodruffmusic Hi Brandon, I am making the same choice. Love double ding option on the B Celtic DD and ability to play in minor and major key but also see great chordal possibilities with G3 present on B Kurd. Any recommendation based on your experience with the drum?
@@grozava3465 I wound up getting the B Celtic (without double ding) and am loving it for improvisation. It works really well with my B minor and F# minor Native flutes as well. There are times I wish I'd gone with the double ding, but they are few (and I'm not convinced the extra note would have been worth the extra money). I really love my drum. These are wonderful instruments and I'm sure you'll enjoy whichever one you choose.
3:28 lol me roasting DJs doing whatever
Jon Heder?
He seems out of breathe for some reason lol but awesome music, thinking of buying one
He’s just focused, no time to breathe 😁😁
Haha it’s true. Breathing comes behind playing 😉👍🏻
Going wayyyyyy to fast with your fingers
🚗 💨💨💨
this is an expensive hobby huh
Ask about 20000 players from all over the world. They all say it's absolutely worth it😉