Beetle Percussion Carlos Botello Pad In Depth Review

[@RealHendoJr]

With another marching season coming up, I was looking at another pad to add to my collection. Your reviews always help and I am definitely going to look into the Carlos Botello Signature Marching Pad. Thanks for all that you do!

[@paddric_ryan]

Woohoo! Such a great pad!

[@BDLpercussion]

Dude. Amazing review!!! So professional. Thanks so much for always purchasing, then reviewing - you have no idea how many people ask for free shit in exchange for a review. Lol. Your the reason I keep going out to the garage every day - inspirational!! 🙏🏻♻️

[@paddric_ryan]

I feel like my audience needs to be much bigger before I can even begin to ask for free things to review.. that way, the reach is worth the company taking the hit. I could talk for hours about stuff like this, but I love your stuff, and I'm more than happy to pay for it!

[@noah_459x]

I loved how the background battery audio synced up so well with the background music. That just made my day.

[@paddric_ryan]

Thanks for noticing! I try to do stuff like that in every video.. little timing easter eggs. Lol

[@whythis-]

I love this pad! I've had it since October 2022, and it's been fantastic. The rubber rim gives a nice feel for shots, although I've noticed some small bits falling out occasionally. Comparing it to my friend's pad, I can tell that different batches have some quality differences. One downside is that it's too small for my marching snare, and it slides around. But I found a solution by stacking the pad on top of my trusty old RealFeel, and it stays in place now. The velcromat material has held up well despite my accidental drops and scuffs. What makes this pad even more special is that it's not just any ordinary product. It's a work of art by a guy in a garage who believes in eco-friendly choices, which is a big plus for me. Trust me, you won't be disappointed with this pad!

[@paddric_ryan]

I got mine in December of 22, and it seems to be holding up okay. Although, I am babying it lol! I think if I were still young and marching drum corps, I'd probably get the Tony Teleky bus pad for tour just so I could preserve the rim on the Carlos pad.

[@BDLpercussion]

Hi! Being hand made they certainly aren’t consistent as much as I try. Also the materials - especially the tire rubber is not consistent at all! We have sent many back because they are crumbly (is that a word) and weak… If yours if crumbling apart bad I’m happy to replace if it’s not holding up. I know it’s not cheap! Lol. Thanks for the kind words though and let us know if we can help!! 🙏🏻♻️ Thanks for your support!!

[@bacondoesthings123]

Hey paddric! I’ve been waiting for this review for SO LONG!

[@paddric_ryan]

Lol, I told ya it was coming soon! Thanks for coming back!

[@bruzintrepid9095]

Great video , love Carlos botello’s practice pad

[@paddric_ryan]

Thank you! I have yet to come across a Beetle product I don't like!

[@GabesASMR439]

I'm a tenor player so I don't really buy snare pads but these videos are just so entertaining that I can't not watch

[@paddric_ryan]

That means a lot, thank you! I've got a guy in mind who I might ask to do some tenor pad reviews if the opportunity ever presents itself.. someone special who everyone will love, and that's all I'm saying because I haven't asked him at this point.. lol

[@GabesASMR439]

@@paddric_ryan definitely should do that that would be awesome to see

[@ronaldgabrieljuan8624]

Finally, I've been waiting for this review. PS: Last time I visited your channel, it was like a hundred subs. But now you have 1k subs

[@bcoughlin10]

That SCV video really blew up his channel. Such good content!

[@paddric_ryan]

Lol, people need to start sending me stuff.. I'm running out of money to spend on reviews! P.S: I know! It's crazy! I'm having so much fun doing this - just want to make vids all the time!

[@paddric_ryan]

It really did! I honestly didn't see that coming, but I'm glad it did! And, I'm so happy that the overwhelming response was incredibly positive. Those kids drummed their asses off and they should be proud!

[@charlesreilly2647]

took lessons from carlos for a few months last summer. great guy!

[@paddric_ryan]

He really is! Always grindin' too! He's friggin everywhere! Lol

[@josueortega668]

I’ve had this pad for almost two years and I always go back to this one. Learned a lot from Carlos Botello’s books. I use mine on top of my invader pad. I lay it on the edge of the invader rim, so it makes like a small resonance chamber for the Carlos Botello pad. Love the coffee breaks by the way 😂

[@paddric_ryan]

Ooooh, I'mma try that with my Invader lol ☕

[@PhAnTuMXIII]

I’ve been waiting for this review because I absolutely love this pad and so do my students who’ve played on it! Fantastic video, fam! His books are also super fun to drum to.

[@paddric_ryan]

Oh man, thank you so much! I wish I could make one every week! 🤣

[@samcherry120]

This review had me order the thing today, also, I marched UL drum line with Joe House and Derek Badon, and also had a short stent with Trooper's 2003 snare line. I've been enjoying this channel, keep up the great work!

[@paddric_ryan]

That's fantastic! I love those boys. Joe and I marched together in 02, 03, and Derek joined us in 04. Love those dudes!

[@samcherry120]

@@paddric_ryan An unforgettable and inspiring group of peers to have, indeed!

[@tottenhamteacher]

I bought it because I just got back into instructing. Although, ashamed because very telling that you aren’t in corps anymore and chops just never leave you. But, I have been after this pad for a while and I copped it because I remembered how great it sounded in videos but for sure because the dude makes them one by one. Reminds me of the Z-Flex skateboard with the Zephyr Shop.

[@paddric_ryan]

You called it: At the price point, you really can't beat it. ESPECIALLY considering they're all hand made! Oh man, hittin deep in my archives with the Zephyr reference! lol

[@brianrandol]

Now he has a signature stick.

[@paddric_ryan]

He does! And it's got height marks on it for 3, 6, and 9, right?

[@thomashelm6931]

Another great review! Indeed, probably the one to get. I like the sound and, apparent, rebound

[@paddric_ryan]

Thank ya, thank ya! It truly is wonderful!

[@peterpercussion981]

Very quality video, thank you!

[@paddric_ryan]

Thanks for watching and commenting! Every little bit counts!

[@flamwork06]

Love this review content.

[@paddric_ryan]

Thanks for stopping by and commenting!

[@wangson8961]

Great editing and great review dude!

[@paddric_ryan]

Thanks for the support! This pad is wonderful!

[@ckimchi]

I've never heard anything bad about Botello either BUT he did block me when I commented a couple years ago that selling NFTs is bad lol. Either way, great review. Probably gonna save up for this thing.

[@paddric_ryan]

😂 Well damn! lol, the pad is great! He just seems like a great dude - always doing cool collabs and such. Anywho, buy the pad - especially if you don't already have a "nice" one! (I get no commission, BTW lol)

[@ethanbrown6352]

One of my friends has this pad and let me try it and i love it Also green is my favorite color I need to get this at some point

[@paddric_ryan]

It is decided. Buy it. Buy it NOW. This is the way.

[@gabrielbryson8854]

1:09 Ha phantom 03 snare break. Can’t believe I could actually recognize it. The snare breaks in that show were so fire, so sad to see how little coverage there is on the internet.

[@paddric_ryan]

Good ear! Yeah, it breaks my heart how little there is of us. I have a few audio recordings from random folks who had mini disc recorders in the lot. In fact, out of the few videos of us from that year, the best ones are from when the Vic Forth team came out. They're relatively short clips, but the audio quality is really good. Fun fact: Phantom Regiment still had a year left on a contract with Vic Forth, so we struck a deal to use their stuff in the battery and IP in the pit. It was weird using Hardimons 🤣

[@jakestoneshow]

YOO dude this is a super super solid video ! Keep em coming !!!

[@paddric_ryan]

I've got a few in the works - thanks for the support!

[@jakestoneshow]

awesome. as a fellow creative I enjoy your style @@paddric_ryan

[@AustinReddBDL]

Amazing review my man!

[@paddric_ryan]

I mean...... Brad makes it easy for me to say nice things lol

[@AustinReddBDL]

@@paddric_ryan I 100% agree!

[@jenarovoshol5320]

Give a shot to the RD pads! They feel awesome!

[@paddric_ryan]

I'd really like to get my hands on one! Saving my pennies!

[@jenarovoshol5320]

@@paddric_ryan awesome! Really recommend it, I’ve been playing on my for a couple of years now, and it’s still my top choice! Made by drummers, for drummers🥁 (and a good difference between a shot and a miss!😄)

[@paddric_ryan]

@@jenarovoshol5320 that's what I've heard! Gah, I want one even more now lol

[@jenarovoshol5320]

@@paddric_ryan awesome haha

[@RudimentalDrummers]

Thank you Jenaro for the kind words! And @Paddric Ryan, we look forward to your order 😏😝

[@kevinb9790]

Got one a few months ago. I love it.

[@paddric_ryan]

It's soooooo good, right?!

[@kevinb9790]

@@paddric_ryan yes sir! btw - love your vids, especially the one on teaching techniques and the "that was off" into the way Rennick got you to THINK on the downbeat. It reminded me of my time in junior corps. I was a quad player with a now defunct corps. Robert W. Smith was our brass arranger and had such a knack for getting the full ensemble to do things as one with little mental techniques like Rennick. Anyway, I was showing your channel to my son (he recently aged out from Cavies on snare last summer) and now he's sharing your posts with me, too. I got him the Tony Teleky pad for Xmas since Tony taught him at Spirit. Much respect!

[@paddric_ryan]

@@kevinb9790 fantastic! I wish my kids were drummers! I'm glad you guys are here! I'm hoping to snag one of those Teleky pads at some point! I had someone ask me about chopping out recently, so I'm thinking about making a video on that..

[@kevinb9790]

@@paddric_ryan The Teleky pad is a great design - he has a whole video on how he designed it. The rectangle lays perfectly across your lap. And yes, CHOP OUT! Can't wait...thanks for the chat!

[@isaiahharvey338]

How long before you got it?

[@pabl0s.p817]

Just wondering how long did it take to arrive?? (GREAT REVIEW!)

[@paddric_ryan]

I don't remember, but it was quick. I follow him on Instagram so I knew he had some in stock and was making more.

[@pabl0s.p817]

@@paddric_ryanThanks I was just curious because they haven’t sent a single shipping info email or updates on my order and it’s been like 12 days since I ordered it

[@paddric_ryan]

@@pabl0s.p817 interestingly, a friend of mine messaged me last night saying something similar. I'll tell you what I told my friend: Sometimes it takes a while. My first pad from him took like 6 weeks. Second one took like 2. It seems to depend on where he's at in production.. Remember, he's just one dude. Handmade... With love. By a dude in his garage, somewhere near Kansas City.." 🙃 We're quite used to big companies with big factories, who have big distribution deals. As far as I know, he's a one man show.. production, marketing, customer service, website, sales, etc.. if you want, you can reach out to him via IG. He's usually fairly responsive.

[@pabl0s.p817]

@@paddric_ryantrue love and respect bro👍

[@mcgrud]

For the algorithm. ✊

[@paddric_ryan]

Yessss! He's back!

[@mcgrud]

@@paddric_ryan 😎🤙

[@koenschoutrop1428]

Nice vid!! What are your thoughts about the Epad practice pads?

[@paddric_ryan]

Hey, thanks! I have no thoughts on the E-Pads; just now learned of their existence! 🤣 Looks like I may have to try and pick one up for a review..

[@eternaljaxton7795]

I was looking at the Galapagos pad by The Turtle Pad and I don't know how good of a pad it is so it would be cool if you reviewed it.

[@paddric_ryan]

Yeah, I just heard about them not too long ago and I added them to my list! Lol

[@nateiott4346]

Hey man is there any way I can get into contact with you? I had a few questions about UNT

[@paddric_ryan]

You can get me on IG, but I will say that I haven't been at UNT since 2005 lol. BUT, I'm in contact with people who are there now (@paddricryan)

[@tristangabriel8370]

Amazing review! 👍 I just wanted to ask, how would i contact Steve Weiss to order a matching pair of sticks? I’ve ordered from their store in the past but i never knew how i could request for a matching pair.

[@paddric_ryan]

Thank you! If I remember correctly, there was a comment box during check out where I could leave a message. To be clear, I only requested that they try and grab the highest pitched pairs (I ordered two pairs). In my experience, IP does a good job at matching sticks, you just have to sometimes hunt for ones that are high pitched. I expected each pair to match themselves, but what I didn't expect was that the pairs would match each other. Lol, so now I have four sticks that are all the same high pitch, which is great!

[@joshlozano2732]

Can you test the off world BYOsphere perchance? They changed the design in 2022 but I haven’t seen any reviews on it

[@paddric_ryan]

It's definitely on my list!

[@owensantolucito-kc5wh]

Im gonna pop the big question is this the best marching snare pad on the market today, If not, what is?

[@paddric_ryan]

Of the ones I own, this is my favorite.

[@F0X1207]

This gonna drive me crazy what are those white sticks ive been searching Fs pr for an hour now can I get a link please 🙏

[@F0X1207]

My dumbass finally figured it out mb

[@paddric_ryan]

🤣 I'm glad!

[@ryancox5097]

Bo-TAY-oh? Are we sure that's the pronunciation?

[@paddric_ryan]

I did a bit of googling before shooting, and the best I came up with was pronouncing the "ll" as a "y", so that's what I went with. If I'm wrong, I'll gladly adjust myself going forward!

[@ryancox5097]

@@paddric_ryan Same here. I don't know how to pronounce it either.

[@ryancox5097]

@@paddric_ryan And P.S. My middle name is Patrick. Seeing your KZbin handle always trips me out. Lol.