British Drum Co. Legend Series Shell Pack - Drummer's Review

[@mikeevangelista1177]

Can’t believe the tone in the 6 and 8

[@robertdore9592]

They're a little too boink sounding for my taste.

[@cbaum64]

That’s got to be one of the most uniform kits I’ve heard, every piece sounds so perfectly in line with the last

[@tylerland4421]

By far, the most balanced kit I’ve probably heard in 30 years. I own a 90’s Genista kit which I love, but this is warmer than the Genista which has great attack but drier sounding IMO. This kit ooozes tonality like none I’ve heard. I’d take this over Sonor any day

[@SeanZetterlund]

Quite simple, I see that Drummer's Review posted a video, I hit the like button. great work as always guys!

[@JazzyJonas]

Probably the only 6" tom I've ever heard with some life to it!

[@davidsuprenant893]

This is a very serious drum company. There attention to detail, quality and sound far surpass so many other companies. I give these folks 5 stars across the board.!!!

[@parafizzle]

Such a beautiful sound! Punchy with lots of tone, just perfect. Great review and great playing as always!

[@brandonmclendon5368]

Really great review as always, and good tuning

[@mikeevangelista1177]

Sounds beautiful and the shells look amazing

[@chiswaah]

The toms on these kits are among the best I have ever heard anywhere but the kick drum sounds much better than it does in this review.

[@ivanbajovic3476]

10" doesn't sound good IMO

[@drumsandstix128]

4 years later LoL... These kits are just beautiful, one of the best kits I have played and I have played many over 55 years of playing. I now have my own one and I love playing it..

[@atomicslam1589]

Best sounding drums on the market IMO. The big 5 drum companies have all great products, but in my opinion, there was nothing that felt like an heirloom type of kit, which is what you should feel like when dropping $3+K on a 5pc kit. You feel the craftsmanship in your bones with these drums. And, everything is perfectly in tune with each other. That snare is beautiful too. Kudos to this manufacturer....absolutely gorgeous tone/look. Glad to see these guys setting he bar for all the other kids on the block....

[@Yngve_Dalen]

Absolutely fantastic sound👍👍👍, very Nice tuning!

[@rogerwhitsettdrummer2922]

The toms sounds GREAT!!!!

[@roybeckerman9253]

Any chance of seeing the new English made Premiers. Some of the best drums back in the day, when they were 3 ply.

[@sidmarks265]

As we say in France; 'Love a Duck'. Great vid and Nick looks as though he's enjoying himself. This can't continue! I'd love to own this kit.

[@Primordilian]

One of the best sounding kits i have ever heard over the years

[@MikeLuke]

Always interesting to see and hear those percussive sounds with small toms. They easily cut through a mix. What an amazing sounding kit , it’s a very unique sound impression coming from the four higher toms to the 16 floor tom. You missed the obvious chance to add a little „in the air tonight“ fill though (to all the nerds: Yes, I know it’s played on six toms even) 😉

[@CheapDrumsGuy]

Most beautiful kit I've ever seen

[@Jcurtisjr1506]

The toms on these kits sound so good! I’m a DW guy have owned Dw’s for years and wanted for nothing more since I was about 15 years old (18 years ago) and these have changed everything! Can’t wait to get my hands on a BDC kit!

[@PhilHenDrums]

I was thinking of a specific sports car as you described the kit, and then you said it! So these drums are the Aston Martin to DW’s Corvette. I suppose that makes Sonor the Porsche and Yamaha would be Acura. Anyway, thanks for another great review. Cheers!

[@alfie-deleval-drums]

I mean I wanna say I think this setup is so unique and cool

[@iplaythedrumsgood]

Beautiful kit! Are you guys planning on checking out the newer Tama Starclassic Birch/Walnut kits?

[@NouveauNick]

Never knew I wanted a 6” Tom until now! Haha

[@dwaynecastello7198]

Just pick this set up in a 12/16/22 configuration and these drums are Stunning as well as sound fantastic and easily tuned right up. I have been playing top end Maple set for years and I believe the Birch shells to be a little more versatile compare to their maple counterparts. Looking forward to playing them out next week and I'm sure they will be a hit with my band mates and with the audience.

[@iantouzel638]

I don't know a mush the sound is process, but guys, this is the best sounding drum ive ever heard .Those toms sing like perfection. The kick as great punchy sound , rich . Im a Yamaha guy, but man.... i would like to put my hands on this one. Great video. One tom fill reminds me of Tim Alexander from Primus.

[@funnyminky]

One of the best kits i have ever heard - those toms!!!!

[@johnhickman106]

Yes! Bringing back the 6inch tom!

[@roybeckerman9253]

Love these drums...shades of the old vintage Premiers. Their COB Bluebird snare drum ( not on here ), sounds fabulous.

[@avramnovorra]

Not everyday I see either a 6" or 8" rack tom in a Drummer's Review vid, but hot damn they sounded lovely, only thing missing was a 14" floor tom and this kit would have been an absolute monster.. Lovely review guys! 👍🥁

[@storminsea]

A great review as always and great drumming 👍 I love this kit! The price is nuts though 😃🥁

[@Monsterdrumma]

This kit sounds perfect plus I have been getting back in to birch lately anyway and this is about as good as it gets for that birch tone!

[@clayfoster8234]

I don’t know when BDC came from because I’ve only recently become aware of them but their drums are flat out amazing!

[@jamesmcsorley6180]

Keith of KD drums is the man behind these amazing drums, i have a maple KD shell pack and it is a great kit

[@eduardoricardo94]

The tone is rich :)

[@billnicholas1381]

Concise , detailed review as usual. Wonderful sounding total kit.,but why not review the snare included.

[@bbfoto7248]

@Bill Nicholas I'm sure the snare will get its own proper and thorough review by the lads at Middle Farm Studios. ;)

[@21DaHoagie12]

it looks so strange setup that way, with 4 small rack toms over the bass drum and one huge floor tom xD .. but damn if the kit sounds really nice!! now granted, remo coated ambassadors on birch shells is my go-to setup, so maybe I'm biased, but like c'mon, listen to those toms!

[@markfinney9654]

Very classy, beautifully attractive and high quality drums. A great sound that is well balanced and love that small tom, you guys rock!

[@roybeckerman9253]

Not really a fan of small toms less than 12”, but these are great sounding drums. Their Bluebird COB snare, not here unfortunately, is a great snare worth checking out.

[@rhythmista7707]

Sounds to me like Britiain finally has their top drum company. These sound just a great as any other high end kits from Sonor, Yamaha, Pearl, DW, Craviotto, or Tama. The toms sound lively, vibrant, and resonate for days. Their overall tone and projection reminds me a lot of the old Tama superstar series drums of the late 70s and 80s..Think Simon Phillips and Neil Peart.

[@robertdore9592]

The British Drum Company aren't alone, Highwood and Liberty make lovely drums too. Andrew at Liberty refinished my late 1970s era Pearl Wood Fiberglass set, they're beautiful.

[@szi5443]

Something definitely wrong with the 10" tom mount, it should be singing like the rest of them.

[@Lauen]

you can see the tom isn't mounted as high up the L arm as it could be, I am certain this is what kills the resonance

[@stephentyler4352]

I love the kit! This is truly my first time hearing a recording of a British Drum Co kit, at least knowingly so. The kit looks great and sounds lovely. My only comment is that I wouldn’t see a point in adding the 6” tom if it were me making the purchase. To me it doesn’t seem to add anything special or unique to my ears. That’s not a criticism of BDC at all but rather my personal taste.

[@Chaunceylola]

I recently bought a new PDP maple 7 piece kit, put new heads on it and spent a few days tuning it just right. I cannot see the justification of spending another $4300 for the difference. Sure, maybe if I had all the money to buy whatever, but, I swear listening to this through my stereo, I would feel like I’m throwing money away.

[@TonyJBrennan]

far as i know the makers are ex Premier staff, and you can hear the Genista like sound in these on steriods , ive only seen one kit in person but its was amazing in all aspects . i may get one , one day .

[@TheOctastar]

Stunning sounding kit and beautiful to look at too. What model snare is being used ? Forgive me if you already mentioned it, I was a bit overawed by the whole fantastic sound :) Brilliant review as always guys , thank you.

[@JoaquinCorreaDrums]

Props to the one mixed the drums. Drums sound great but the recording itself is ace.

[@victormuriel7266]

Wow this drum set sounds awesome!!!

[@robertreedy414]

Killin bass drum. Seems close to Sonor SQ2 quality. Elegant appearance tastefully done. DROOL!

[@DustyCowdog]

And this cat has some great chops!

[@roybeckerman9253]

World class drums.

[@elroyblackbean]

LOVE that 6x6.

[@robertreedy414]

Erudite reviews Sir, Well spoken and helpful,

[@ThePdeHav]

Do they make 14” toms and a lower floor Tom too? Love the kick

[@shotgundrums]

Now that 6 inch tom tom is so adorable😆

[@TheSoundPlymouth]

Really like these drums and am a huge fan of what BDC are doing here in the UK. However, why are their kits cheaper to buy in the US when they're made in the UK?? This is the only reason I've not bought one yet!

[@bellyspecial9152]

I love these! I can see where the price come from, judging by the asthitic and build quality. But, how much difference is there in sound quality in a pro kit compeared to an intermediate kit?

[@bbfoto7248]

@belly special True, you won't find as much difference in sound these days as there used to be between the ultra high end kits and the more affordable kits. Most of the difference is in the quality of the hardware & mounting systems and build quality/construction of the shells. But one major difference that I consistently do find with the high end kits is that they nearly always tune up much easier and also have a greater tuning range from low to high without choking. This will, of course, depend on the shell's wood type, bearing edges, + hoops & tension rods/lugs. But in general, high end kits are easier to tune, and tune more precisely. They also tend to hold their tune better, providing the temperature is stable. I would gladly own this kit if I was in the market for another one. But it's a tough market because there are just so many really good kits available now! But once again, thanks to Nolly & Nick for another fantastic (though perhaps slightly biased...British), review! :-p

[@bellyspecial9152]

@@bbfoto7248 thank you for replying

[@roybeckerman9253]

Would have preferred a 4 piece kit kit review., which most people are after these days, for room and cost..

[@munton5150]

Wow!

[@DustyCowdog]

Refreshing to see something not made in China. These sound awesome!

[@rjrfletcher2355]

The toms really sing, but not a massive fan of the 6" one. Love the deep 16" FT and would love to hear an 18" FT

[@stromghouls]

i am currently shopping for a new kit and they are at the top of my list. but me i want the legend series special edition. it is finished with a spalted birch veneer and there is way more drum size choices. the regular legend series is very limited with drum size choices.

[@dansmith3302]

To be fair, the only practical restriction on the standard legend series is in the depth of the drums. I've got a white legend with 8", 10", 12" and 13" rack toms, a 16" floor tom and a 22" bass drum. And I LOVE it! Best sounding drums I've ever played! If you're even slightly tempted by a BDC kit, my advice is 'do it!' You won't be disappointed.

[@stromghouls]

@@dansmith3302 i agree. french is my main language and did not take the time to write the right words. depth was the right word. they do have plenty of drum sizes. but i wished for slightly deeper drums on the toms especially. and a bit less deep on the floor tom. 8x10, 9x12 and 10x13 with 14x16 floor. but i think the current sizes offered are fine.

[@louismastrangelo3781]

Great tone

[@roybeckerman9253]

Not a fan of the small rack toms, but the kit reminds me of the old warm , vintage Premier sound .

[@dr.strange.2655]

First company at the same level with Sonor in tom sound .

[@hardcoreyorkie]

I've seen these guys at lots of drum shows. They are amazing sounding drums. They have a lot of premier flavour about them. Only thing that puts me off is the price especially the depreciation if you ever parted ways with it.

[@connorcampbell144]

How many toms

[@paulbolin7513]

With the exception of some minor details, it’s basically a rebadged Premier Genista.

[@samsmith3025]

Please elaborate? The shells are not made by British Drum?

[@MattHayllar]

How does this compare to kits such as DW or Sonor? I'm new to this name and seeing where is sits, or wether its more something similar to Tama, Pearl, Yamaha, and Mapex

[@davidsuprenant893]

This is sonor quality, very high end.

[@sparrovski]

It sounds so much like my 80s tama superstar.

[@roybeckerman9253]

Not a fan of these small toms...nothing under 12” for me. Very expensive, so you could buy a vintage Premier kit much cheaper...not unlike these in sound. Great channel....very unbiased, unlike most others, who are just trying to sell you something.

[@truesaiyanpower9739]

personally i was more impressed by the Finish then the sound

[@bbfoto7248]

@True Saiyan Power I don't believe that any Finnish were involved in the manufacture of these drums. :-P But yes, the finish is beautiful.

[@Danfromoverthere]

Nice kit!

[@TheBinaryUniverse]

Thank you for this review. However, these drums are advertised to be great sounding with both high and low tensioned heads and it would have been more demonstrative of the range of these magnificent drums, had you set the kit up in these two tension arrangements. I did play someone's BD Co. kit at an open mic night gig. The kit was tuned extra low and at first I thought they would never make a decent sound like that. Boy was I wrong! It is true what they claim, tuned low, even very low, these drums are magnificent sounding, with a deep low aggressive sound that punches through the mix to have a serious impact on the bands overall sound. I instantly fell in love with these drums. 'Soooo easy to play well. (Reminded me of my old 1970's Rogers USA kit. Only much better!)

[@sandrider1406]

I read that these drums are made overseas and not in the UK? Any truth in this?

[@mikedulin1325]

Incorrect

[@sandrider1406]

@@mikedulin1325 where then?

[@mikedulin1325]

@@sandrider1406 they are made in the UK...you said you read these were made overseas, and I said incorrect. They are British drums made in the UK. I have a Legend kit in this finish. Superb.

[@tryharder249]

Que bateria linda!

[@jerrymammoser1509]

Yeah, I guess

[@fjn667]

WHAT! A bassplayer reviwing something as important as drums, what is the world coming too

[@tmont007]

8 dislikes? How? What's not to like? You don't like the drummer? The host?...Remo heads? This makes zero sense.

[@WeAreBeggarsAll83]

Sort of remind me of a Gretsch Catalina kit

[@BatManWayneCorp]

If you have $4000 lying around for a drum kit, why spend it on anything other than this beautiful kit?

[@keithpratt1849]

Great kit and as always, a great review. This company is getting rabies on both sides of the Atlantic pond.

[@claystaggs8908]

10” tom didn’t resonate as well especially with single ply heads 👎🏻

[@aboutthemetal8783]

Bloody expensive

[@paulbolin7513]

They need a new lug design, the Art Deco design is gawdy.

[@betulaobscura]

Art Deco design is timeless!

[@benjaminpeternorris]

That's the only thing I don't like about these drums, I've never been a fan of art deco. Apart from that, they look and sound amazing!!

[@oluare]

Craviotto first, and British drum second.