u/ExtraTune7203

I've watched more videos on mastering the double stroke than I can count. I've labored (but probably not enough) through rudiments. The best I've been able to do is half-ass my way through some shorter multi-stroke fills (probably more like triple stroke), and those are typically limited to one or two drums (can't work my way around the kit). I feel like I've never found a grip that gives the proper fulcrum and still allows me to control it and it's frustrating.

The question I'd like to explore with this group is.. How much does it matter?

I play in a cover band that does mostly classic & country rock. So far, I'm holding my own with giving the songs the groove they need and keeping the fills basic and in the spirit of the original songs.

I'm in my mid 60's. I'm not at all opposed to continuing to improve my skills, but so far my efforts on this have just not been successful, and possibly not worthwhile.

Appreciate your thoughts!

I've had the Roland TD17 kit for a few years now. It's just been in the last few months that I've taken it out of the house for rehearsals and now gigs. For the most part, I'm really happy with how the kit is sounding and serving the needs of the group I'm with.

For years I threw shade at guys I saw using electronic kits at gigs. However after experiencing some of the benefits (much easier transport; better ability to adjust volume to the room/band; ability to fine tune the sound itself), I've ditched my prior purist attitudes.

Interested in your thoughts and experiences with this.