Donald Renda

Independent

Donald Renda

About

Paiste Artist Since
January 2017

Nationality
Italy

Main Affiliations
Independent
Annalisa
Tananai
Ultimo
Gianni Morandi

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Biography

Donald Renda is an Italian session and touring drummer. He has enjoyed over a decade of performing and recording with a diverse array of artists and producers. As well as having an open ear with whomever he is supporting on stage, Donald has also displayed his feel, musicality, professionalism on a number of different recordings, ranging from indie artists to pop productions. He also owns a recording studio in Prato where he records for important labels and producers.

Setup Cymbals

  • Details

    Sizes: 14", 16", 18"
    Volume: Medium
    Weight: Light

    Sound character: Exotic, warm, trashy. Medium range, complex mix. Fast, responsive feel, fairly quick decay. An explosive Crash cymbal with a strong, low wash for unique effects in many styles of music.

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  • Details

    Sizes: 14", 15"
    Volume: Medium
    Weight: Medium

    Sound character: Rich, warm, lush, deep. Wide range, complex mix. Giving and responsive feel. Broad, warm open sound. Compact, lush chick sound. Extremely versatile hi-hat, perfectly suited for dynamic, articulated playing in a wide range of styles. “They are just chunky enough, but not overpowering. They are a little more chocolaty than the classic 602s”, describes Vinnie Colaiuta.

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