Hi mga Sir!
I'm planning to buy a drum mute for my kit. Just wanna up this thread for more advice since this topic has not been posted for a while now. what are the best buys? Pro's and con's? Best alternatives?, etc.. I'm seeking for a mute that will not suffice the real feel of the drums (if that's possible ). Probably, edrums is my last resort. Thanks everyone!
Best Buys?
-Vic Firth Mutes will do. Not really the best, coz as stated above, the feel would be greatly compromised. AND, it won't be muted at all.
Cons.
-Different feel. Bounce would be greatly affected.
-There's still sound produced. It's inevitable. Of course, you're hitting something. (watch youtube vids with regards to mutes used)
-It may slip, so adhesives are advisable.
-It may soon wore out.
-Expensive.
Pros.
-Minimized sound. Not totally mute at all, but decibels are lessened.
-You're actually playing your actual kit. The height adjustments will never be compromised.
-You can play anytime you want without annoying the people around you that much.
Best alternatives?
-None at all. BUT, 12'' Practice Pad and Gibraltar's Bass Drum Practice Pad will somehow help you hone your playing skills, range of motions, muscle strength, muscle memory and the likes. Another thing, these two pads are less expensive compared to the mute pads.