Altoona, PA drummer's Rototom demonstration shows how unique their sound really is!

[@keithholbrook2471]

Never understood why they didn't gain more popularity when you consider clarity, sustain , durability, ease of use and tunabiilty.

[@Randy_Servello]

Seems like they're making quite the comeback, though

[@Pericles777]

One reason being the presence of vocalists. They typically clash with most singers vocal ranges and can make it difficult to get that particular Tom sound to sit in a mix well at least in my experience. Not a lot of drummers want that timbre from thier toms. I’d describe them as “pangy” and timbale like, but slightly less resonance 😂 most of us want a thunderous “boom” that a frame and a single piece of Mylar simply cannot produce. However, would be a great candidate for a triggered hybrid setup

[@kevinotoole9576]

The reason is probably that they can bust under the pressure sometimes, ruining the black metal part, forcing you to replace. That's what happened to 2 out of the 3 of the ones I had.

[@Pericles777]

@@kevinotoole9576 well that explains the use of pinstripe heads then 😂 the top layer pops

[@keithholbrook2471]

Pericles good points, particularly for the bigger drums.

[@roadboat9216]

One of the best benefits to these is that they can be tuned to specific musical interludes or to fit primary chord structures. Even used as a make do for timpani effects. This just adds to the versatility of the drum kit.

[@AdrenalineConcept]

Taylor Hawkins of the Foo Fighters has been on and off with these over the years. Remember seeing him in the late 90s with them. Danny Carey of Tool still rocks them. Great sound when used adaptively

[@hamesmck5061]

RIP the boy himself

[@AdrenalineConcept]

Geez forgot I commented on this. Never imagined 2 months later Taylor would be gone. Just so sad.

[@dylanbaldwin7934]

I want to get these for performing one of my bands songs live it's an 80s ballad. Studio version doesn't have much fills but I add a lot of big fills live it sounds so good in the song. These would be great to add to my kit and go down all my toms. Check out the song it's called "The Rain" by "stankenstein" and also give the heros odyssey a listen it's a 3 part ballad.

[@shanemartin9147]

He is now OFF them

[@PRATERVXEX]

Chad from 311 has them with a cool tuning pedal.

[@furcoat9458]

Sounds awesome, but I feel like it’s a lot more niche sounding than regular toms or floor toms. Very unique sound though! The “in the air tonight” fill sounded awesome!

[@vivblake6308]

Sounded great,but I used to use these back in the 80s and they used to get lost when played live.

[@Randy_Servello]

Definitely not the "norm" but I do like the way they sound. Not sure if I'd be willing to use them for a regular cover band gig. Maybe not versatile enough for that

[@the_minimalistic_adventure]

@@vivblake6308 Yeah, Danny Carey uses roto toms for his rack, and they just never sound “full” live. Not sure why he’d choose them for his main sound and not aux. but that’s Danny Carey for you. Lol.

[@charlesdrake3125]

@@the_minimalistic_adventure so did Terry Bozio in the 80s

[@Journeyman.71]

@@Randy_Servello Honestly, for a cover band playing clubs and so on, I don't think it really matters! Especially if you tune them well, PLAY THEM WELL, and have a good sound guy who can mix everything properly. By this, I mean, the average person in the audience, on the dance floor, etc., drinking their beer or their wine, or whatever, looking for the love of their life, or just for the night, probably isn't going to notice or care, as long as the beat is there, and rhythm is workin'. This is also my philosophy regarding brand names and market levels for drums, cymbals, etc. Now, I get wanting to sound as good as possible, and enjoying playing on quality kit, but, there's a saying about knowing your audience...!

[@chadmiller8725]

I am a 57 year old guitarist, but have always had a love for the drums as well. Rotos move me everytime. I also really dig the TAMA Octobans. Not just the sound(s), but the looks as well. A kit with those racked up looks fantastic!! Sounds great Randy - thanks for the quick magic.

[@Randy_Servello]

Thank you! I agree there's something about the look of those big 80's kits with the octabans!

[@outtayardstudio]

Maaaaaaad drummie....sweetest set of rotos I've heard ever....and I use them a lot

[@Randy_Servello]

Thank you for the compliment!

[@grumpydg]

I've got a set of the small ones and I've always loved them, but now that I've heard those larger ones, my set feels incomplete lol. Oh man, those are crazy awesome.

[@Randy_Servello]

I know! I was surprised how punchy the big ones sound

[@tortillasarenotbiceps7622]

Had them back in the 80s and loved them. Got them tuned and mic'd beautifully, and that snare is to die for. One of the best sounding snares I've ever heard.

[@Randy_Servello]

Thank you!

[@Randy_Servello]

Here's more of that snare. kzbin.info/www/bejne/d6WVdqyqnNiqm6c

[@austinzhang6516]

I'm not here often to reply and talk with you, add me on Google Hangout, [e-mail] I'll keep in touch over there....

[@andriealinsangao613]

@@Randy_Servello Mmm, that snare...

[@jareddoran6605]

I bought that snare (Ludwig Supralite) a few years ago, not knowing how good it would sound (I originally bought an SJC snare that went on back order, and my Sweetwater guy convinced me to buy the Supralite instead), and I've never regretted it. I've gotten a lot of compliments on my snare sound at gigs many times, and I've been convinced Ludwig makes the best snares ever since. Hearing it in this video, tuned beautifully, and miked and EQ'ed liked that, has made me fall in love with it all over again

[@MichieandJames]

Roto Toms have such an amazing sound and are in far more songs than people think. They just didn't catch on quite like they should have. It is sad to not hear them as much as we use too in the 80's

[@Randy_Servello]

It seems like they are making a come back, now!

[@theleftymonster]

That was fantastic. Roto Toms are my favourite and I always thought it’s a great idea to have this instead of regular toms especially for travelling and gigging band with smaller vehicle.

[@Randy_Servello]

Definitely a compact setup

[@PopotFabio]

that snare is fantastic!!!

[@Randy_Servello]

Wanna hear more of the snare? kzbin.info/www/bejne/d6WVdqyqnNiqm6c

[@MBdrummer3288]

Those sound surprisingly good! Especially the lower ones. I really can’t believe that. Nice dude!

[@Randy_Servello]

Thank you!

[@josephissa72]

Man, the sound of those Hi Hat cymbals are freaking awesome.

[@Randy_Servello]

Saluda Symbolic 14"!

[@tttarms1970]

Was just going to comment, soon as he played em Some of the best to my ear

[@othicx]

saluda is absolutely amazing and for and absolutely killer price! The price of entry line sabian and the sound and quality of any of the top end cymbals out there! I couldn't recommend them enough.

[@sageof6paths1]

Dude, that’s the best I ever heard a complete rototom kit. 2 mic placement. Damn!!! Sounds absolutely incredible.

[@Randy_Servello]

Thank you!

[@jodyguilbeaux8225]

they sound great, the tuning is spot on.

[@ythongabkrong7442]

@@jodyguilbeaux8225 up

[@sideswipe61]

Terry Bozzio used these on UK's 1979 live album "Night After Night". I love the sound he got with Rototoms better than any kit he's played since.

[@Randy_Servello]

I agree!

[@samowensdrums]

Yes! I’ve got the classic 6,8,10 and love them! Great video!

[@stixpooper3704]

Sound better than most shallow single headed toms coming onto the market with portable kits. Great projection!

[@rs3946-u4n]

That distinction between the roots and the snare is beautiful.......the snare sound is fire......

[@Randy_Servello]

Thank you! That's a fun, little drum when it's cranked up tight!

[@Randy_Servello]

Thanks MG

[@blahboy68]

Funny, you played in the air tonight by Phil Collins. Who started playing rotos back in the mid 70s. Bill Buford toured with Genesis one year and saw Phil playing a few rotos. He proceeded to play rotos for years after. Two of. Y favorite drummers...

[@leopardcubpupkryky6940]

No roto toms were used on in the air tonight. Sorry.

[@blahboy68]

@@leopardcubpupkryky6940 oh, I know...I just mentioned Phil Collins because he was using roto toms in the mid 70’s. I think In the air tonight came out about 5 years later around 1980 or 81.

[@amsobile4192]

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[@amsobile4192]

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[@jeromeduffy9270]

Honest never saw them

[@carlosserrano3985]

I remember using Rototoms with my Simmons SDSV and an acoustic snare back in the 80'S. I love them!

[@ralphrestubog5519]

1:15 I CAN FEEL IT COOOMING IN THE AAAAIR TONIGHT

[@Gabe3XL228]

Lol yea

[@MrDavizym]

OH LOOORD

[@eliotrobinson9613]

OH LOOORD

[@prisonmike4971]

I couldn't hear him say "you might know this one", but as soon as those drums hit, shit just was blaring in my head. Specifically Mike Tyson

[@misakiyoshida]

OH GOD IM COOMING AAAAAAH

[@justus4345]

I’m a kid from the ‘80s and this would have been my dream kit. Actually if I still played on a regular basis, this would be my second kit.

[@Randy_Servello]

I'm an 80's kid, too!

[@TonyVazquez8265]

I recently switched from acoustic toms to large rotos: 10", 14", and a 16" roto that I use as a floor tom. I use Evans Hydraulic red batter heads on my rotos. My kick drum is a 16" converted floor tom from a Tama Rockstar DX kit. Now I'm starting to get used to them, but I still need to tune my roto-toms so they will project in my band's rehearsal space. Someone told me I should mic my roto-toms; but I will do that for live shows and studio recordings. I don't really need to mic my roto-toms during band rehearsal unless my bandmates ask me to do so. Nonetheless, having a roto-tom kit is fun to play. I'll still keep my acoustic toms so that I can switch back to them once in a while.

[@Randy_Servello]

That sounds like a cool setup!

[@StickWizard1]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/fYSxoa2jqs6snbM

[@aldenalmagro]

I'm looking into a similar setup, really just looking to minimize the size of the gear I need to bring to gigs. A 16" kick, snare, a couple of rotos, cymbal bag, hardware bag and throne should be able to fit in an Uber. Are you still loving your setup? Anything you would change?

[@fulci6734]

I love roto-toms such a brilliant crisp sound and that snare 👍👍👍🥁

[@Randy_Servello]

Thank you!

[@Kirbyfire73]

Where did you get these? I've been looking everywhere online in order to get some but all I can find are the 6", 8", and 10" ones.

[@Randy_Servello]

It took me a year of searching for used ones. It wasn't easy.

[@rhabdob3895]

I’ve been looking for the larger ones since I was 20. Then tools drummer started using them And it was over.

[@Randy_Servello]

@@rhabdob3895 they pop up on eBay and Reverb, sometimes Facebook Marketplace. But, they're usually priced really high and they get bought quickly. I don't know who is paying those prices, though. Lol

[@Czyszy]

That "70s" reverb makes the kit sound insane!

[@Randy_Servello]

It's really way too much, but I never thought anyone other than myself would ever see this. 😂

[@Czyszy]

@@Randy_Servello I love this drum sound. Kinda reminds me of John Wilcox's "river's edge" drum solo on Singring by Todd Rundgren's Utopia

[@cgsound]

love it ...just got myself a set of roto toms too was always wanting them.

[@Randy_Servello]

They're a fun addition

[@frk75]

sound ingeneers ive worked with in my previous life as a drummer used to hate rototoms, especially in the studio. i didnt care, it was the cheapest way of having 3 extra toms and they have their own kind of unique sound, couldnt live without it

[@Randy_Servello]

Yeah, I remember that being a problem in the 80's, but nobody has complained to me recently. I love the uniqueness of their sound.

[@Boze0415]

Takes me back to my high school days playing the roto toms in our marching band. Great demo!! Awesome!!

[@tortillasarenotbiceps7622]

Not an easy task with all those tight heads. Need some great stick control to play those bad boys.

[@ReeseChown]

I love that rubbery-plastic snap sound. It just cuts through like a knife.

[@Randy_Servello]

It definitely does! It's a very distinct sound!

[@ducatimikep]

I’ve always liked Roto-Toms. Not sure why they never took off.

[@cave1958]

They were HUGE in the 1980s.

[@michaelhicks5150]

I think Terry Bozzio bought them all! 😵

[@TrailsJunkie]

They sound absolutely amazing !

[@Randy_Servello]

Thanks!

[@mikec7176]

The kit sounds great man!!!!! I had 3 roto toms in the 70’s, I loved how precise they could be tuned, but I found when playing along with other amplified instruments, you couldnt hear them! I still liked them though!

[@Randy_Servello]

I had the same problem. Projection is limited, but a well placed mic solves the problem

[@barrylippard1846]

I absolutely love the sound of roto drums.

[@Randy_Servello]

Same here! Such a distinct and different sound!

[@Randy_Servello]

Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@lincolnmmitchell]

Roto toms yes, but good lord that snare is killin' man!

[@Randy_Servello]

Cheapest drum I own, too! Lol

[@lincolnmmitchell]

@@Randy_Servello well, inquiring minds want to know. What drum and what mics?

[@Randy_Servello]

@@lincolnmmitchell 6.5x13 Ludwig Supralite. Only 2 mics used. AKG D112 on the kick and a really cheap Peavey condenser mic placed overhead to catch all the other drums.

[@JorgeLopez-po2xe]

👋 where did you get it,,,

[@JorgeLopez-po2xe]

Nice send me the inf if you can plzz

[@richardhead3596]

With my high end ear buds in, this kit and your playing sound soooooo nice. Cheers from Canada.

[@Randy_Servello]

Thank you for the compliment!

[@Tony-ew3jp]

I had the entire set through the 80's, 6,8,10,12,14,16 and 18. And two bass drums, Alex Van Halen style.

[@Randy_Servello]

I love that setup!

[@thedcbroker7264]

I love rotos !! When mikes they are awesome!!

[@jameshersheysr7194]

Getting the 6,8,10 soon ......waiting for the 12,14 and 16 to be in stock and getting those also. They sound great can't wait to get mine.

[@yikenscot]

I've got a set 6.8.10.12.14.16 for sale £100

[@WilliamVSuber]

@@yikenscot they still for sale?

[@yikenscot]

@@WilliamVSuber Indeed they are...all down to cost of shipping...I'm in central Scotland.

[@WilliamVSuber]

@@yikenscot you have any photos to show what kind of conditions they are in now?

[@Randy_Servello]

@@WilliamVSuber they're gone. Sorry.

[@drummingm]

I’ve used a 6 in and a10 in with my acoustic kit for 40 years , it adds a lot of high energy power to many songs across all genres, in a ballad they can sing a sweet note adding to the sweetness of ballad playing, in funky music it can give a sound that makes listeners think there may be a timbale somewhere! I recommend to any drummer to get some and experiment ! Play on fellow drummers !

[@Randy_Servello]

Very cool ideas!

[@ventolen]

What's the name of the band ??

[@StickWizard1]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/fYSxoa2jqs6snbM

[@Randy_Servello]

@@ventolen which band?

[@ventolen]

@@Randy_Servello you say you've been playing for 40 yrs, I'm sure you've gotten out there and made some money at it ? I worked out on the road, spent every Friday and Saturday night for 5 yrs entertaining ppl.. there are KZbin videos out there.. we had to record them in VHS, that's how far back... But they are there..

[@ItsSkyler007]

1:16 Absolutely loved the Phil Collins solo!

[@topcop3921]

I loooooove the sound of roto toms..sounds so tight..damn that was cool.......more please

[@keithbrown2772]

Reminds me of Bill Brufords set up of the 70’s when he was with UK and then his band Bruford he used roto toms as his main toms up top then just a regular floor tom this has given me an idea thanks

[@richardmilligan1410]

I still love that first UK album.

[@he5975]

@@richardmilligan1410 One of a kind.

[@paulseano5100]

I used to have the same “6 “8 “10 set up. Talk about an ear cracking “6 ! I used to tweek it high and roll all over the 12 pieces on my kit. Remo Toto toms drums were fun

[@Randy_Servello]

Hell, yes! That sounds fun!

[@spookgook4903]

That 1st groove you did at 1:05 🤘🏾🤘🏾🔥🔥🔥

[@Randy_Servello]

Well I'm glad you liked it! Thank you!

[@SixseeksiX]

In the air tonight 😍

[@autismguy2060]

Your drums sound so crisp and clear! 🥁

[@Randy_Servello]

Thanks!

[@marviveedee7198]

Rotos sound great ,but that snare sounds amazing .

[@Randy_Servello]

Thanks. That's the cheapest snare I own. It's a 6.5 x 13 Ludwig Supralite.

[@bainoOfficial1]

Great sound

[@bainoOfficial1]

Am so interested

[@JohnnyGuitaristOfficial]

Right? That snare has that ear satisfying pop to it.

[@Randy_Servello]

Here's more of this snare! kzbin.info/www/bejne/d6WVdqyqnNiqm6c

[@thejawshop-AdventureRecording]

I had these decades ago. Now I want them back!

[@Randy_Servello]

I totally regret selling these! Ahhhh!

[@Buddythunder1]

They're great, aren't they?! That sound... Great playing too!

[@Randy_Servello]

I think the sound is different in a good way! Thanks for the compliment, too!

[@johnathan.jerusik]

If im not mistaken, I believe the drummer of Baroness on the album Purple, used roto toms on a few songs as his normal toms and it sounds killer!

[@PNW_Sportbike_Life]

steel snare drums sound pretty killer in general IMO, and of course roto-toms are just classic. Cool demo!

[@Randy_Servello]

Thank you!

[@richardsouceyjr5244]

the sound in this video is nothing short of AMAZING!!!!!!!!!

[@Randy_Servello]

Thank you!

[@juliocontagro]

Nice killer sound! Congratulations 👏

[@Randy_Servello]

Thank you!

[@tysonkerda9312]

That is such a good sound for only two microphones. Just WOW 🤯

[@Randy_Servello]

Thank you! It was really accidental, too! I never thought anyone outside of my few friends would ever see this video, and then it went viral. Lol

[@Gotadrumkit]

Had a complete set of rototoms in the eighties. Great in studio but tricky to use on stage. A nightmare for the sound engineer. You need one mic for each rototom with a sound gate effect, otherwise there’s too much spillage as the output is much lower than ordinary toms.

[@Randy_Servello]

Yeah, I don't think using one overhead mic like I did in this video would work on stage

[@superkillrobot]

They are amazing with triggers. But also close mics have gotten so much better… these need to make a come back. I still have my dad’s they are amazing and adding some triggers makes them even more versatile!

[@TECHASKI1]

I used them from 1979 till 1981. This time I use an 8", 10", 12" and 14" Rototom. The sound wonderfull.

[@Randy_Servello]

Very cool!

[@RossLambert801]

I want a pair of those larger roto toms.

[@rudeboyjohn]

Duuuuude! Love this! Those things sound awesome as well as your playing. Killer!

[@Randy_Servello]

Thank you for the compliment!

[@glengamble526]

I had a full set of roto-toms in every size available. 6” to 16”. Left them at an ex band mates house and they ‘disappeared’ when he and his wife spilt.

[@Randy_Servello]

Holy sh.... that's a shame!

[@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power]

She took them?? 😂

[@HIBA_DA_LOLICON]

Damn bro

[@michaelanderson2881]

Oh, does that suck.

[@chiragkswamy6170]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/opi3e6qweMtphrc

[@lancerains4185]

Had some years ago... love them

[@rayphillips5436]

Finally a share tuned right where you actually hear the wires instead of it sounding like a different wood block 👍🏻

[@chiragkswamy6170]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/opi3e6qweMtphrc

[@Randy_Servello]

Here's more of that snare! kzbin.info/www/bejne/d6WVdqyqnNiqm6c

[@citydrums7525]

Sweet! I remember seeing Gamma with Ronnie Montrose at Day on the Green in Oakland, CA in 1981. Their drummer had a bunch of Roto Toms like this. Simply bad ass!

[@erick_fernandez_78910]

Haha that single head sound is so hot!

[@MZMBOTU]

SOUNDS GREAT! FANTASTIC DEMO!

[@Randy_Servello]

Thank you for watching!

[@lilcandsally3943]

I wish regular toms were that easy to tune

[@onerandombruh]

It seems they're not that easy to tune considering this dude had to try it several times before being comfortable with the sound...

[@gabrielhung400]

@@onerandombruh easier than turning each tuning peg lol

[@sergeantspam51]

lol yeah

[@sergeantspam51]

@@gabrielhung400 true

[@demonocusmetalocus3558]

Sounds way better than i thought it would

[@smoothforreal4242]

The Toms look and sound great but that snare and hit hat sound crisp as shit

[@HanDrumsolo]

came here to say the same. snare sounds great in that room!

[@Randy_Servello]

Here's more of the snare! kzbin.info/www/bejne/d6WVdqyqnNiqm6c

[@LeoFuck]

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[@LeoFuck]

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[@bonzoleum]

Great demonstration! Thanks for posting!

[@Randy_Servello]

Thank you!

[@toddglacy1161]

Sounds impressive with the added reverb!

[@timothyweiss619]

I had the 6" 8" 10" and really liked them a lot. Great drums at a reasonable price point.

[@Randy_Servello]

That was what I started with! Relatively inexpensive add on to let me copy Neil Peart back in the 80's. 😂

[@jumpinjojo]

This is what Terri Bozzio used for his Missing Person's kit.

[@sarasarah1810]

THEN HE WENT BODMIN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! And well Bob's your uncle.

[@B-a-t-m-a-n]

I had the good fortune to buy some of his used stands, roto-toms, and a couple of cymbals and the bad judgment to sell them.

[@chadjensen48]

and with Zappa and UK before that

[@yashkummar]

Oh man sounds great! Love to play them. Thanks for sharing.

[@Randy_Servello]

Thanks for watching!

[@NoahFaulkner]

So much talent!!! Fantastic playing, man!!!!

[@Randy_Servello]

Thank you for the compliment!

[@quillcom]

I'm surprised no one has commented on your hi-hats yet. They sounded like a dream to play. Even a beginner could play them and sound good. Please share the brand, model and size.

[@ArtexHardstyle02]

In the description

[@Randy_Servello]

They are made by Saluda Cymbals and are from their Symbolic series. 14". And, thank you for the compliment!

[@randalljewart3923]

Yo that snare sounds nice

[@SJR_Media_Group]

Truly amazing sound is possible. Thanks for the post.

[@Randy_Servello]

Thank you!

[@gigibarrows948]

My snare cuts through like a knife real clear and crisp. Love the set up.

[@Randy_Servello]

Thanks!

[@derricktrahan3645]

You said on FB you don't know why this is video is blowing up !?! I don't speak for everybody....From my personal perspective, this is so awesome. I have been around for a while and I have never seen this many roto toms on one set. I have owned the 6,8&10 for years now. For me seeing the 12 & 14 is very rare. I don't ever remember seeing a 16. I am sure most drummers have NEVER seen them all together and sounding so good. That's why this is blowing up, you got the whole set up and it sounds good. Im looking forward to hearing you play a song.

[@Randy_Servello]

Thanks! Now, here's the bad news. I sold the whole set. I'm kinda kicking myself for doing that, now. Lol

[@derricktrahan3645]

@@Randy_Servello You are like me and my sons. We buy stuff we really wanted....play with it a few times and then po$t it online !!! LoL !! Its the American way !!!

[@Randy_Servello]

@@derricktrahan3645 hahaha, FACT!

[@Callmenobody174]

Am I the only person who thought of "Dirty Movies" from Van Halen when he started playing these?

[@tonyfnd]

Was thinking the same thing bro. Haha

[@MrRLRRLL]

I love the snare....sounds awesome !

[@Randy_Servello]

Here's more snare! kzbin.info/www/bejne/d6WVdqyqnNiqm6c

[@steelstrings4]

So it would seem that everyone would like a follow-up video on how you tune, tape (if you do), and eq your snare. 😊

[@Randy_Servello]

I'll do one on that. I'll tell you, though, there's no muffling or tape on that snare. None.

[@ruimsilva95]

Please do! I really like your sound!

[@Randy_Servello]

Here's more of the snare drum! kzbin.info/www/bejne/d6WVdqyqnNiqm6c

[@bowrooco]

Went out and just bought a set lol probably the best sounding video for roto toms on you tube :)

[@Randy_Servello]

Thank you!

[@scottyg5403]

Sounds freaking excellent! All the drums and the drumming! Cool 😎

[@rotoconversions2400]

I patented a pitch changing shell-less snare drum to work perfectly with your set up!

[@Randy_Servello]

I want to check this out! Do you use Facebook messenger?

[@GumballsAmazingWorld]

Sounds like the intro to Time by Pink Floyd.

[@RoccoSoundTube]

The best percussion sound ever!!!

[@ChickenSagittarius]

Always come back to this video and they just sound phenomenal

[@Randy_Servello]

Awww, yeah! Thank you!

[@SidusBrist]

Actually a hit hat, a bass and a snare is all you need to make most basic songs. Then you can add *a few* toms. One... Two... Tre... SIX.

[@aferreira133]

🏛⛪🗻🏛🏗🏗🏕🏕

[@MultiSkyman1]

Nice job man! They sound great. Terry Bozzio had a full Roto kit in the early 80's you may recall.

[@Randy_Servello]

Thanks! Terry was my main inspiration for these! I loved the Missing Persons stuff. I kinda got mad when he switched to the more electronic kit. Lol

[@benjamingaray5660]

Internet points for you both

[@Incountry]

Only demo I’ve seen where someone got the bass between toms on ITAT by PC.......

[@TempoDrift1480]

Yeah nobody ever does that right. Even in the tutorial videos. I think maybe a couple of younger ladies got it but not many.

[@Incountry]

Wizzle You have a nice Wizzle now....😉

[@jeanbonneau3425]

Super démonstration ! 🇫🇷

[@jesusvivian5279]

Wow that brick wall sounds sick on mid highs.

[@louisdimov8956]

SOOOOO YESTERDAY MAN 😂😂 MOOVE ON !!!! SOUNDS SO SICK ! TRY IT ON YOUR NEXT AUDITION!!LOL

[@ShermanWilson]

Great video! The reverb was a little too prominent. In my opinion anyway. I would dial it back another 20 to 25%. If you're using a DAW, I would recommend sending each mic to an auxiliary channel. That way you can control your reverb amount a little easier. This is a great video nonetheless. Thank you for posting it. What mics are you using? They're handling all of the frequencies very well!

[@Randy_Servello]

The mic setup is in the description. I was totally just messing around with the reverb. Lol

[@ShermanWilson]

Sweet!

[@jeebustrain]

There's always one

[@Journeyman.71]

I haven't called my self a drummer in a long time. I used to have the 3 pc RT set up with my old Slingerland red sparkle kit (old-stock, never used when purchased in '86), back in the late 80s/early 90s. My instructor, a studio guy, helped me tune everything decently, and I used them for some gig work with a couple of area semi-pro musical theater groups, and a couple of cover bands, doing some bars/clubs, carnivals, parties, etc. I was.... adequate to the task, and, it was a LOT of fun! Haven't touched a set of sticks since... maybe 2007? As for the Roto-Toms, I wonder... With today's materials and manufacturing tech, I wonder if you could make a sort of resonance chamber, like, say for the trip, a long, single rectangular box that somehow mounted to the support frame, and slid up under the drums, maybe up over the black lower support rings, and provided a way to modify the sound in various ways. I'm sure a craftsman could do something in wood, or, maybe 3D print something... If I had the design and production software and equipment, and, of course, the skill and know-how, I could see that being an interesting challenge!

[@Randy_Servello]

Interesting! Now you have me thinking... I might be spending more money 😂

[@yikenscot]

Reason I'm selling is no space and I'll never use them again, don't know about shipping but I imagine it would cost a lot because of the weight.

[@kevingutierrez323]

Love the way those hi hats sound

[@Randy_Servello]

Thanks! Those are the Symbolic series by Saluda Cymbals!

[@davidadebayo1]

This sound is awesome

[@Watchdoc65]

So cool! I think I caught a “groove” within from that tune “there’s something goin on”? Rock on man!

[@Randy_Servello]

Interesting reference. I was actually playing In The Air Tonight. But, that song and Something Going On both have the same groove and both were played by Phil Collins!