Thanks for sharing! I believe it was the same when I was there, tower 8 was not in use. It was a fascinating assignment. There's an interesting book on the USDB and its history, up until they demolished the old barracks built the new facilities. It's the 'Images of America' series and its title is "United States Disciplinary Barracks" by Peter J. Grande".

Thanks for your comment! Pretty wild to be back there, huh? If you’re interested, pick up the book “United States Disciplinary Barracks” by Peter J Grande. Lots of never before seen photos.

Stationed there and worked in that building. Remember the bowling alley in the basement? They refurbished it while I was there and made it operational.

Thanks for your comment. Interesting.

Smh...801 Bluntvillie. 😂😂😂

Thanks! Appreciate your comment sir.

Thanks for your comment and thanks for watching. It was disappointing to me as well that they tore the old castle down but it was beyond repair and parts of it was falling down and hurting inmates and some staff. I learned this from talking to the author of the book United States Disciplinary Barracks, Peter J Grande (I purchased his book from Amazon). It’s a fascinating look at the history of the USDB with many never seen before photos. It was by far my most fascinating and educational assignment while serving in the USAF. I too wish they had made a documentary about the castle, and how it functioned on the inside, before it was torn down. Best, Jimi

Thanks for your comment. Very cool. Where are you taking the class?

@@1111Paiste currently in the old infirmary. It’s the Mission Command Digital Master Gunner Course..They say this building may be haunted…

@@jgsimon Fascinating! I wouldn't be surprised if that building is haunted, a lot of weird things happened in that building I'm sure. I lived in building 429 when I was there in 1990/91, on the 2nd floor. Do they still use building 429 - 801 Bluntville?

I honestly can’t remember and can’t find any information out there on it. I did see something on it years ago but now can’t find it.

Gibraltar?

Drum Workshop Large Felt Bass Drum Beater ( DWSM102 )

They do.

www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/KS0002-PH--remo-falam-slam-pad-2-1-2-inch-single-kick-2-pack

Thank you!

Thanks for your comment. No, I don't have a film on the black one...maybe some Goo-Gone could help get that off? Is it making the surface on the pad sticky?

@@1111Paiste it definitely feels as if it's intended to be on there. Tried peeling it a bit more but the kevlar started to fray. A long time ago you could specifically order a black, white or beige pad but seems everyone that sells them says Remo sends whatever. I might have to start buying these in person.

@@SteveThaDrummer All I've seen from them is black for the last few years.

Thanks for you comment! Yes. The impact patch is 2 inches and the Falam Slam is 4 inches.

It’s a mesh head so it doesn’t feel as natural as one would want (in comparison to real drum heads). They are better than rubber pads. IMHO

I love playing that groove.

Thank you!

I'm such a goofball. LOL!

Awesome! Thanks!

Hi Thomas, Thanks for asking! My experience has been that the SS heads do NOT damage the drums in any way. They pull on drum shells just like regular heads do. I would think the SS heads conform even more so to the the drum than a plastic head does. I highly recommend these heads...and the L 80s cymbals for super quiet playing. Best! Jim

+JR Alliso Thanks for your answer Jim. I think ill go with the silentstrokes instead of some drum mutes. Thanks again for the answer and happy drumming ;)