Daniel Nielsen

Thus

Daniel Nielsen

About

Paiste Artist Since
August 2020

Nationality
Denmark

Main Affiliations
Thus
Mother of All

Other Affiliations
Statement
Withering Surface
Ferrocity

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„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

  • 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.

  • Sounds
  • Details

    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.

  • Sounds
  • Details

    Sizes: 10"
    Volume: Medium
    Weight: Medium

    Sound character: Bright, fully, silvery, sizzling. Fairly narrow range, fairly clean mix. Quick response, somewhat soft feel. Great cutting splash with a rich sound for all purpose stage or studio applications.

  • Sounds
  • Details

    Sizes: 14"
    Volume: Medium
    Weight: Medium

    Sound character: Bright, full, warm, brilliant. Wide range, balanced, focused mix. Responsive feel. Bright, aggressive open sound. Sharp, cutting chick sound. Excellent for articulate playing.

  • Sounds
  • Details

    Sizes: 14"
    Volume: Loud
    Weight: Heavy

    Sound character: Brilliant, warm, full, high pitched. Wide range, clean mix. Fairly heavy feel. Bright, strong, full open sound. Crisp, full, cutting chick sound. Versatile hi-hat for energetic playing. A rock classic.

  • Sounds
  • Details

    Sizes: 16", 18", 20"
    Volume: Medium
    Weight: Medium

    Sound character: Medium bright, full, exotic, fairly trashy. Wide range, complex mix. Responsive, full sounding crash, complex, trashy ride. The definitive classic rock china sound.

  • Sounds