Vintage King, Tons of Gear and Getting Ears On with Matt Meyer
Love Music More · hosted by Luke F. Walton (Scoobert Doobert)
Guest: Matt Meyer
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Host note
Matt Meyer is a drummer, voiceover artist, and member of the Vintage King team, and this one is for anyone who loves gear as much as playing it. Matt started drumming young, credits his band instructor for lighting the spark, and traces his path through a pivotal middle school jazz band to a career built on both playing and understanding the tools.
He talks about discovering gear through catalogs as a kid, why musicianship still matters more than the equipment, and what the Vintage King LA showroom does for musicians who want to actually get their ears on something before they buy it. We also get into Dolby Atmos and where he thinks audio technology is headed next.
Selected moments
- Matt talks about his journey to drumming 2:18 Matt reflects on how he began drumming from a young age, crediting his band instructor for igniting his passion.
- The influence of jazz band on Matt's music 3:34 He recounts how joining a jazz band in middle school was pivotal in shaping his drumming skills.
- Discovering gear through catalogs 4:52 Matt describes how he became fascinated with gear, diving into catalogs to learn about drums and cymbals.
- The significance of musicianship over gear 7:36 He stresses the importance of musicianship over the equipment itself throughout his development.
- Experiential learning at Vintage King 49:01 Matt introduces the Vintage King LA showroom, highlighting its role in helping musicians find their sound.
- Matt's view on the future of audio technology 41:02 He shares insights about the relevance of Dolby Atmos in the evolving audio landscape.
- Why music matters to Matt 56:04 He passionately explains the cathartic experience music provides him as a creative outlet.
Selected excerpts
You learn what you need, and you kind of get what is a deficiency in your game.
Experimentation is awesome. There have been so much cool stuff out of experimentation.
It's like playing a great video game or watching a great movie; you're just taken to another place.
FAQ
What is Matt Meyer's background in music?
Matt Meyer began his drumming journey in middle school, eventually moving to LA to pursue music full-time. He has worked both as a drummer and in pro audio.
How can I navigate the gear ecosystem as a musician?
Matt discusses the importance of hands-on experience with gear, recommending visiting showrooms like Vintage King to try out equipment before buying.
What are some essential drumming techniques?
Matt emphasizes the significance of tuning and the need to understand how to get the best sound from your drums.
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