For me, it's usually one of two situations. There aren't a whole lot of opportunities for me to do a full drum solo with the group I'm in, but I do play them on occasion. I'm much more likely to do a solo on timbales (I play in a Latin band, and actually have a set of timbales in my setup), and thos...

Welcome back Pete! You gave me some amazing advice when I started playing Latin music that has been and continues to be indispensable to me. You are the man brother! Welcome home.

Stellar. Absolutely stellar. You have outdone yourself once again (although I am not surprised that it is as superb as it is).

I've been using the Promark X-Pad, and I really like it. I often put a dishtowel over it to take some of the rebound away, but to my hands it doesn't feel as "bouncy" as some pads can be. Great pad.

Major congrats, and it is more than well deserved!

Awesome. Just awesome.

Killer! You're a freakin' beast, sir! Totally dig your playing.

Absolutely stunning. If I had the money to drop on that drum, I most certainly would. A total work of art, and one of the most beautiful drums I've ever laid eyes on (and these are only the pictures! I can only IMAGINE what that thing looks - and sound - like in person). A truly beautiful instrument.

I've been using a Gretsch Catalina Birch kit for several years now, and with great heads and the right tuning, the thing sounds awesome. It treats me well gig after gig, and I have absolutely no complaints about it.

After all of the knowledge and inspiration that I gained from your first one, I absolutely can not wait for this one. Cheers Todd!