Sonor Force 3003
- Thread starter Enrique
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I wasn't going to post, because I'm by no means an authority. However, I will tell you my experience so far.
I recently (past couple of months) purchased my first drumset. I a not a drummer (until now), but I have been a musician for sevearal years playing guitar, bass currently, as well as other instruments as a youngster.
Originally, I got interested in getting drums for 2 reasons. First, I wanted to learn at least the rudiments of all the instruments (for a rock band anyway). Second, I want to be able to create and record my own music and just hate drum machines.
Anyway, after looking around a bit I ended up getting a great deal on a Sonar Force 3003 kit off of ebay.
From the research I did I discovered that the Sonar's, which I was not familiar with, are indeed a good mid level kit on par with Pearl Export, Tama Rockstar, and similar kits in that range.
Having the kit now in my possession and set up -- currently in my livingroom until I can finish the basement for its fianal home -- I can say that the drums do sound very good. The previous owner put on Aquarian heads and all the toms have a clear, nice tone with out unwarrented ring. The snare is also very nice and The hardware seems fairly sturdy. I am quite happy with the whole set.
The one thing I did not bargin for and I should add --- cymbals are expensive!
Being the gear geek I am I did spend probably a great deal more than I should have (considering I'm a beginner), but I wanted good stuff. I ended up with a very nice set of cymbals that really help to make the whole kit sound great!
In conclusion, the Sonar kit from my limited experience is well made and has a good tone. Be sure to factor in the cost of cymbals when you are ready to buy.
Good luck and happy hitting
I recently (past couple of months) purchased my first drumset. I a not a drummer (until now), but I have been a musician for sevearal years playing guitar, bass currently, as well as other instruments as a youngster.
Originally, I got interested in getting drums for 2 reasons. First, I wanted to learn at least the rudiments of all the instruments (for a rock band anyway). Second, I want to be able to create and record my own music and just hate drum machines.
Anyway, after looking around a bit I ended up getting a great deal on a Sonar Force 3003 kit off of ebay.
From the research I did I discovered that the Sonar's, which I was not familiar with, are indeed a good mid level kit on par with Pearl Export, Tama Rockstar, and similar kits in that range.
Having the kit now in my possession and set up -- currently in my livingroom until I can finish the basement for its fianal home -- I can say that the drums do sound very good. The previous owner put on Aquarian heads and all the toms have a clear, nice tone with out unwarrented ring. The snare is also very nice and The hardware seems fairly sturdy. I am quite happy with the whole set.
The one thing I did not bargin for and I should add --- cymbals are expensive!
Being the gear geek I am I did spend probably a great deal more than I should have (considering I'm a beginner), but I wanted good stuff. I ended up with a very nice set of cymbals that really help to make the whole kit sound great!
In conclusion, the Sonar kit from my limited experience is well made and has a good tone. Be sure to factor in the cost of cymbals when you are ready to buy.
Good luck and happy hitting
Hey man, thanks for the reply. Ya, I'm not to worried about cymbals, thankfully! I have a few that I will carry over onto my new set, which WILL be a Sonor Force 3003. I'm just looking for opinions on the kit. I wanted to see if what I've supposedly read/heard about this kit holds up. I know I have to play it b/c my ears might hear something different... but I never dismiss reviews! 