Let's see your Gretsch kits (saved the best for last!)

[GretschAyotte]

Years ago, I found an orphaned pair of mid-70's Gretsch toms. A 13x9 and a 16x16, walnut gloss finish. The floor tom was in like-new condition, the rack tom had a few unfortunate modifications, but was still close to perfect. They are fabulous drums, sound huge, easy to tune, and look gorgeous.
I needed a bass and snare drum to go with them, so when I had the money, I ordered an Ayotte 18x16 and a 14x6 snare, and got the color almost matched, close enough.
Looking back, I'm wondering why I didn't order a Gretsch USA custom bass and snare instead of Ayotte. I guess I just didn't think that was possible, or Ayotte was the first custom drum company that came to my mind. Either way, that decision still wakes me up at night. Maybe one day I'll spend a lot of money and make two kits out of one.

 

[Drumolator]

I think it looks fine. Peace and goodwill.

 

[Mr. Compactness]

From my gig last Saturday

 

[MasterBlaster]

Is the snare mounted on the kick?

 

[Mr. Compactness]

Is the snare mounted on the kick?

The chrome drum? No, that's a PDP 10" Mini Timbale.

 

[MasterBlaster]

I thought that's what it was but I couldn't see the snare or snare stand.

 

[denniz]

This is my Gretsch Catalina Club expanded with 2 toms of my Stagg practice kit for a gig that required a little more sound. The Gretsch is only used for live performances as it is actually owned by the choir I perform with. The Stagg is used at home.

specs
Gretsch (white)
14x18 bass
5x14 snare
8x12 tom
14x14 floor-tom

Stagg (blue) (expansion)
10x12 tom
16x16 floor-tom

Cymbals
14" Hi-Hat (Paiste Alpha)
10" Splash (Pearl)
14" Crash (Paiste Alpha)
16" Crash (Paiste Alpha)
16" Crash (Meinl)
20" Ride (Paiste Alpha)

 

[T_Weaves]

Gretsch Brooklyn 22 10 12 16 Vintage Cream Oyster.

 

[thunderstruck]

Stunning T_Weaves, simply stunning.

 

[JohnnyG]

Absolutely Perfect. I love the sizes, color, and name....Good job.

 

[T_Weaves]

Stunning T_Weaves, simply stunning.

Absolutely Perfect. I love the sizes, color, and name....Good job.

Thanks guys. Haven't had much time to mess with them yet.

 

[paradiddle pete]

Great kits! here's a sparkly one..

 

[Destroyer772]

Absolutely Perfect. I love the sizes, color, and name....Good job.

I second that thought, T Weaves. I looked at this kit a many a time on Sweetwater.com.

 

[T_Weaves]

I second that thought, T Weaves. I looked at this kit a many a time on Sweetwater.com.

Thanks John. I sent you a PM.

 

[AzHeat]

Gretsch Brooklyn 22 10 12 16 Vintage Cream Oyster.

That vintage cream oyster still remains my favorite Brooklyn color. Sweetness!

 

[AzHeat]

Great kits! here's a sparkly one..

Nice Pete. Did you just get those? How old are they?

 

[evilg99]

- 12/14/18 Gretsch USA Custom Curly Millenium Maple, but pictured here with my 20"x14" Broadkaster in the same MM finish
- New 14x5 Broadkaster snare, also in MM finish

I really like the hybrid combo of USA Custom toms and Broadkaster kick and snare. I find the BK kick and snare have a shorter, warmer more vintage tone , while the USA toms sing more than the BK.

 

[Tone Laborer]

Classy looking drums, Evil. Nice gig pic. That looks like it'd be a fun kit to play.

"His drums, a sparkled lady, in emerald green."

T Weaves. Another Gretsch por yo, nice. I await your report.

 

[rummy]

Wish I had a bigger pic, but this will do.
Catalina maple with a wrong front head.

 

[evilg99]

Had this kit on layaway - changed my mind because I was lusting after a 135th Anniversary kit. Then came to my senses because I don't want or need another kit that never leaves the house.

Voila, Brooklyns have landed. Cream Oyster 22x18, 10x7,12x8,14x12,16x14.
This colour is hard to photograph, it is stunning in person.
I was considering cutting this one down to a 22x14. Not sure on that. Going to gig it as is, all 18" deep for at least the near future.