Recent content by Drummerrobin

10x8", 12x9" racks. 15x13", 18x15" floors. For me, those are the perfect tom sizes and I personally hope 15" and 18" floor toms become more standard in the future. If the acoustic drum kit is to evolve further, I think that's where it should go. 15" floor toms for me are especially brilliant and...

Hi Gavin Here's a question on a topic that seems like it's been over-discussed, yet I don't think I've seen it appear on this thread (apologies if it has). I'm curious as to how you go about avoiding unwanted bass drum "flutter" - I'm talking about when the beater bounces off the head a little...

Thanks for your insight Gavin, much appreciated as always! All the best Robin

Hi Gavin, hope all is well! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9acA7vyaDag ^ This is something that I thought might be of interest to you as well as me. I recently came across this video yesterday on tuning toms and it REALLY grabbed me because I don't think I've ever seen such a methodical video...

Booked tickets for this earlier and thought you guys might appreciate a heads up. It's a memorial concert marking the 25th Anniversary of Buddy's passing and it's taking place at the London Palladium on April 2nd. More info here http://www.mikedolbear.com/story.asp?StoryID=3030