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Nick Mason

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From al9000

Nick Mason is a player of impeccable taste. His playing on "Dark Side" is exceptional.Pink Floyd doesn't often call for flashy drumming, but he could let it loose when required."Animals" is the album that introduced me to PF. It's probably their most aggressive album, and he has several shining moments.I recommend the "Live at Pompeii" DVD. It includes "Echoes," lots of other early Floyd such as "One of These Days" (another rocker), and glimpses of "Dark Side" being recorded.

Nick Mason is great!

Dark Side and Animals are back-to-back in my CD changer in my car right now! I've become a big fan of Pink Floyd in the last couple years...even more than I already was.

Lynn

I'm no guru, just a vintage drum junkie!

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Posted on 11 years ago
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From thesoundoffreedom

LOVE Nick Mason.......I have many Pink Floyd albums on wax. "Obscured By Clouds" is special. One of my favorites. I always felt he was not recognized enough for his playing. People that aren't that into Pink Floyd or want to experience more of the band should start with "Pink Floyd Live at Pompeii" on DVD. Nick Mason performance is beyond exceptional......it's mind blowing....very psychedelic player in the most pure sense...Yes Sir

Live at Pompeii is maybe great from a drumming standpoint,but he was using mainly Paiste Sound Creations,and at least 1 sounds SO metallic!

I think it's his Ride..I am surprised someone didn't ask him.."Do you have a Ride with some WARMTH in it?"

I have said for a long time that I don't care much for SC's..

But,with that being said,one of the best Crashes I ever had was a pre New Dimension 18" SC Short Crash (flat bell).Go figure.

"Always make sure your front bottom BD lugs clear the ground!"
Posted on 11 years ago
#12
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Blair what brand drums and cymbals did Nick play on Dark Side Of The Moon? Any idea? I love the sound of his kit on that album.

Glenn.

Not a guru just havin fun with some old dusty drums.
Posted on 11 years ago
#13
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From vintage drum bug

No Nick, No Pink Floyd...

I think we have a thread starter here: Add Charlie Watts, Ringo, and JHB to that list. In fact, I'm pretty sure that Keith Richards is on record that the Stones will be done if Charlie decides he's had enough.

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• 1979 Oak
• 1978 Blakrome + 6.5x14 TDR SD
• 1977 Black Diamond Pearl + 5x14 SD (gold badge, Rapid strainer)
• 1976 Black Cordova
• 1975 Silver Sparkle + 5x14 SD (Rapid strainer)
• 1974 Chrome + 5x14 COB TDR and 6.5x14 COW Zoomatic SDs
• 1973 Purple Sparkle
• 1973 Phantom (clear)
• 1971 Walnut (gold badges) + 5x14 TDR SD
1x Rogers Powertone Londoner V 12-13-16-22
• 1972 Butcher Block + 1979 big R Dynasonic SD
Posted on 11 years ago
#14
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FFR,

I believe he always played Paistes....

I did see a pic with A. Zils,but might have been backline....

Look at the Paiste Profiles book to see exactly...don't have mine handy.....

"Always make sure your front bottom BD lugs clear the ground!"
Posted on 11 years ago
#15
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Here's a few old pics. Don't know the years but Premier and Ludwig kits. I used to have a Paiste setup guide years ago. It's here somewhere. I mailed away for it back in the 70's.

Glenn.

Not a guru just havin fun with some old dusty drums.
Posted on 11 years ago
#16
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Nick Mason's cymbals, according to Paiste Profiles 3 (1981). Diagram shows a double-bass kit, but he's photographed behind his single-bass "Wall" kit:

LIVE

Left

15" Heavy HH 602

16" Crash 2002

Right

18" Medium 2002

18" Ride 2002

20" Ride 2002

18" China Type 2002

36" Symphony Gong

STUDIO

Left

15" Sound Edge HH 602

16" Crash 2002

Right

16" Ride 2002

18" Ride 2002

18" Sizzle China Type 2002

20" China Type 2002

Partial quote:

I have played PAISTE CYMBALS since 1970; they were selected not only for their wide SOUND range and bright tone, but also for their ability to reproduce these qualities when recorded or amplified. The other feature that I like is their strength - none of my PAISTE CYMBALS have ever split or cracked.

We also use a 36" PAISTE GONG. This in particular represents an astonishing triumph of strength and endurance, since it has been subjected to dry ice, fire, explosives, laser beams and regular assaults by Roger; in fact, it has most of the qualities of a good armoured car, but of course a much better tone.

9x Slingerland New Rock 50N 12-13-16-22 with 170 (Super S-O-M) holder
• 1979 Oak
• 1978 Blakrome + 6.5x14 TDR SD
• 1977 Black Diamond Pearl + 5x14 SD (gold badge, Rapid strainer)
• 1976 Black Cordova
• 1975 Silver Sparkle + 5x14 SD (Rapid strainer)
• 1974 Chrome + 5x14 COB TDR and 6.5x14 COW Zoomatic SDs
• 1973 Purple Sparkle
• 1973 Phantom (clear)
• 1971 Walnut (gold badges) + 5x14 TDR SD
1x Rogers Powertone Londoner V 12-13-16-22
• 1972 Butcher Block + 1979 big R Dynasonic SD
Posted on 11 years ago
#17
Posts: 730 Threads: 61

From blairndrums

Live at Pompeii is maybe great from a drumming standpoint,but he was using mainly Paiste Sound Creations,and at least 1 sounds SO metallic!

Was the Sound Creation line around in 1972?

I'd have to watch the video again to know for sure, but I'm certain there's at least one Giant Beat in there.

9x Slingerland New Rock 50N 12-13-16-22 with 170 (Super S-O-M) holder
• 1979 Oak
• 1978 Blakrome + 6.5x14 TDR SD
• 1977 Black Diamond Pearl + 5x14 SD (gold badge, Rapid strainer)
• 1976 Black Cordova
• 1975 Silver Sparkle + 5x14 SD (Rapid strainer)
• 1974 Chrome + 5x14 COB TDR and 6.5x14 COW Zoomatic SDs
• 1973 Purple Sparkle
• 1973 Phantom (clear)
• 1971 Walnut (gold badges) + 5x14 TDR SD
1x Rogers Powertone Londoner V 12-13-16-22
• 1972 Butcher Block + 1979 big R Dynasonic SD
Posted on 11 years ago
#18
Posts: 1041 Threads: 64

What I would give to see David Gilmour and Nick Mason play again live! Two of my favorite musicians.

-Justin

"People might look at you a bit funny, but it's okay. Artists are allowed to be a bit different."- Bob Ross

"After silence, that which comes closest to expressing the inexpressible is music..." - Aldous Huxley
Posted on 11 years ago
#19
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I remember seeing an interview with Nick, where he was asked if he was particularly happy with his playing on an a certain album (I forget which). He hinted at, perhaps he would've done more technically and it seemed to even bug him a little. I wish I knew when/where the interview was from.

Great players know their place and know how to massage the material. Nick is a master of that. I don't think Pink Floyd ever made a bad album, either. I don't have them all, but the early stuff is just great. Love "The Final Cut".

There's a really cool "Rockumentary" about Floyd (maybe there's more than one). It looked to be a year or three old, but has great clips and interviews, spanning their careers.

B

Vintage Drum Fan (Not a Guru)
Posted on 11 years ago
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