Thus
About
Paiste Artist Since
August 2020
Nationality
Denmark
Main Affiliations
Thus
Mother of All
Other Affiliations
Statement
Withering Surface
Ferrocity
„It blew my mind when I found out that the sound of the cymbals you hear online is the exact sound you get in real life – every time! That’s remarkable!“
Setup
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Biography
Daniel Rasch Nielsen – born November 26th, 1994 in Denmark. I started playing drums age 9 in 2004, I’ve played in bands since 2010 and I’ve been teaching since 2017. I’ve been an active touring drummer and educator since 2017. Performed with bands like Thus, Statement, Mother of All, Withering Surface and many others, mainly in Europe and UK. I’m a former military drummer in Royal Guards Corps of Drums touring all over the world for the Danish Royal House and Danish Defense. I’ve performed and won the Wacken Metal Battle 2024 with Thus. Additional info/education: Basic Music School (Drums, Piano – 2004-2012) Advanced Music Program (Drums – 2012-2015) Military Drummer Royal Guards Corps of Drums (Marching Drum – 2016-2023) Bachelor Royal Academy of Music (Drums – 2023-2026)
Setup Cymbals
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Details
Sizes: 22"
Volume: Loud
Weight: Heavy
Sound character: Fairly dark, full, controlled, glassy, shimmering. Fairly wide range, clean mix. Very comfortable feel with a clear, full ping over a large, deep harmonic wash. This ride cymbal is extremely well suited for intricate stick work that calls for a strong bell in all types of Rock based music. Developed in co-operation with the legendary "Iron Maiden" drummer Nicko McBrain.
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Sizes: 20", 22"
Volume: Loud
Weight: Heavy
Sound character: Bright, full, clean, energetic, strong. Fairly narrow range, fairly clean mix. Heavy response, controllable feel. Big, clean, glassy ping over a dry, dark and bell-like wash. The classic power ride sound for mainly Rock and Metal applications.
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Sizes: 13", 14", 15", 17"
Volume: Medium
Weight: Medium
Sound character: Medium bright, full, warm, brilliant. Wide range, fairly complex mix. Fast, responsive feel. Full, bright, energetic open sound. Sharp, full chick sound. The original, once patented, wavy bottom hi-hat design. The 17" version adds extraordinary boost, low end and crisp projection.
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