George Kollias - Pearl Reference Pure

[@alexaxxem]

i couldnt imagin having a top of the line drum set made out of some quality woods. especially something pearl... has to be so awesome to hear in person

[@TroyWright]

very nice man.. my jaw dropped when i read this was recorded with only 2 mics.. I love my reference, haven't played the pure yet but it sounds amazing!

[@Morkeric]

the fact that people are nitpicking this video to find bad things in it makes me sick. george is an amazing drummer and that's all that should matter.

[@thedrummerdude777]

Agreed. Way too many drummers on here have egos bigger than their own dicks.

[@panzerken]

+Eli Twoyoungmen Blacks drummers must have massive ego's!

[@keiffermcmillan1]

i dont care about brands , this kit sounds damn good

[@keefriff99]

What an amazing drummer George is...that Pearl kit sounds great and looks beautiful. Well-done!

[@MathijsIgnoul]

Really interesting to hear George's kicks without triggers or mics. Still quite loud.

[@aspire9360]

His swivel technique is on point!

[@RaGinGAsUrA]

Kyle Triggs practically invented it

[@drumsistkrieg1349]

Holy balls, my video is in the featured section of a George Kollias video! This reference kit sounds amazing. Nothing compares to the high end toms to those low end floors. It just sounds so.....pure.

[@djwizart]

OMG!!!! Awesome kit, incredible play, excellent video and reference sound!!!!

[@Chuloloc]

Awesome. Much respect for George Kollias.

[@YouGroove1]

Nice George !! Loving the grooves !! YouGroove Crew !!

[@Icetongue]

The snare drum sounds amazing.

[@UgE]

Sounds so amazing... Can't wait to get my Pure kit in June :)

[@lakerfan82k3]

Looks like an awesome room to have that kit set up in.

[@filsolano5465]

3:42, did he just played Lombardo's part Angel of death with a single kick and floor?

[@tnarockshard]

Fil Solano Yes.....yes he did.

[@AKDrums]

was the cameraman drunk? the footage is all over the place

[@gaetanclybouw]

Haha I thought the same thing, but still a good drum kit

[@GrimMCmetalhead]

This Kit sounds very good! i wonder how much that kit would cost me,hehe! rock on,George!

[@SMOTH1289]

Awesome, the Kit sounds amazing.

[@xam154]

They picked the right guy to promote these drums! Still sounds gorgeous.

[@Midas526]

I got to do a kit shootout at my local music store - Pearl Reference Pure, DW Collector's, and an equivalent Yamaha. The Reference Pure was so much better - better tone and more low end than the DW. Less attack, but definitely better tone. Not to say the DW was a bad kit, not at all, but I'll be ordering a Reference Pure in the next week, and I'm very much looking forwards to it. Best kit going right now to my ears.

[@drummerchef851]

Yiasou Giorgo, you're awesome.

[@jeffballou2940]

awesome drums, did not think twice about selling my DW Collectors kit to purchase one, very happy with it.

[@sgnl0446]

Wow, thats a bold move!

[@sgnl0446]

haha

[@usablefiber]

Jeff Ballou I'm with you man. I have had a pearl reference for 6 years and I've never thought about another kit. The bass drum alone is worth it.... it just works for everything... live, recording. They nailed it.

[@KHfan4ever23]

DW's are so overpriced. Even though I'm a Tama guy, you made the right move.

[@ryana6961]

I'd like to see scientific evidence before concluding that DW's gluing process deadens the sound of the drums. The hardware being made in Taiwan isn't really a secret, it literally says it right on there. The big selling point of the drums is that they're custom with a 2 month lead time and the shells are made in the USA. I'm not a DW fanboy, but they're not some sketchy company like your comment is making them out to be.

[@gkdrummer]

Haha, so you guys think we did this clip cause i got a free drum set or two??? No........ Having an endorsement is not only about getting free gear, and also, you're not supporting anybody that gives you free stuff. It's about believe in the product 100%...I turned down 4 major drum companies before Pearl cause I WANTED Pearl. Does this say anything??

[@k.bowers8372]

Who cares what these haters think. You're an amazing player and a great guy, im glad you're able to be endorsed by anyone! Keep up the great work! Peace.

[@Rlhjr1989]

I can understand that...I'm always torn between Dw and Pearl. Love them both.

[@josiahcroom2547]

DW isn't overrated. It's all the sound you want. I personally love the sound of DW's and can't wait till I can get one. But I also love Pearl, Mapex, Tama, as well as Sonor. Sonor is probably my second favorite company.

[@YouNoob93]

sounds amazing

[@DontFeedTheDrummer]

I REALLY like that bass drum sound!

[@sacatreez]

I have a pearl prestige studio set I bought in 1994 and they sound just as good these :)

[@ValAtraNiterisOfficial]

awesome! he definitly deserves that drum set

[@IbreakforCPUs]

It's nice to hear some different drumming styles from him.

[@krunoslavbenko690]

great sound!

[@TrololololoTube]

oh,now I understand why spiderman is related to George Kollias.They're both amazing and supernatural x)

[@k.bowers8372]

He is a master!

[@Nile49]

Would love to see this unadulterated drum sound make it onto a record!

[@gmorton731]

Pearl Reference Pure= my dream kit

[@Abrahamhamham]

Gabriel, yeah, brings back some memories, but come on ! This is PEARL ! Wise choice, Mr. Kollias.

[@MathijsIgnoul]

Or Kai Hahto. He has some videos of him playing Pearl Reference Pure in the studio aswell.

[@luisluvsblastbeats54]

i think that George just makes them sound good.

[@gmorton731]

My dreamkit!

[@drumboarder1]

I now really know what the bass, snare and cymbals sound like, wonder what the toms sound like?

[@watchyourst3p]

this video is a good example of how triggers are important for extreme drummers. you almost can't hear his drum kick and the fast parts are very confusing without them.

[@dachurl87]

I love my Pearl

[@Gasb92]

Here's what I love about George. He's an extreme metal drummer and he starts a promotional video GROOVING THE F**K OUT!

[@BenMichalowicz]

Yes. I already like Pearl. It's what my first drum kit is (old Export Pro I got second hand). I customized it (sorta) by adding stuff from friends (who gave up drums after a short period of time) and by getting stuff. I've played on TAMA, Yamaha, and I think a Mapex kit, but Pearl is my favorite. Nothing else beats it to me.

[@YouGroove1]

And of course the Drumkit !! :)

[@allmetaliswelcome]

@charlesandhisworld was talking bout the looks of the batter heads

[@PowerTom_kyle]

all the sizes listed would be great!

[@Severen45]

Pearl and Sabian the two greatest companies to play in the world.

[@DrumleX344]

hey George we met us in Munich in the small town called Olching in 2013;) where u ve been on the loud & fast tour 2 - Can u remember which 2 mics you used to record the sound of this video?

[@MikaelNitscheDrums]

I really like the "dense" sound of Pearl shells. Sounds really fat! Like there's some kind of acoustic compression going on.

[@deathfacedrummerL]

I want a reference pure kit! Pearl is the best in drums.

[@ericjordison]

hey george!!!! you are my idol........... i wanna know what do you tink about the pearl demon driver? who you choise?..pearl demon or axis?

[@saltshaker59]

that sounds amazing and i have a mapex orion kit man. and that isnt even mic'd up

[@charlesandhisworld]

@allmetaliswelcome Well the bass drums aren't close miced, for one.

[@Trialbyfire.coaching]

are we gonna hear this awesome shit on the new album ?

[@danieljordison0793]

he is endorsed by axis so what do you think? besides i think if he liked the DD better he wouldn't still be with axis

[@josshlegg8647]

Can someone please tell me what the mini china he has near his splashes is?

[@Guillermusician93]

Maybe in my next life...

[@kenjames1418]

A drum set is only as good as its player and in this case it!

[@MetalSlab]

@drumsistkrieg1349 probably because of your sweet tagging skills!

[@hannes1734]

0:09 The Writer made a few mistakes here. It's not "pure resonance"but "Pearl Reference"

[@ryana6961]

No, the premise of the Pearl Reference Pure is the extra resonance from thinner shells.

[@hannes1734]

Ryan R It was a dumb joke i made. I don't even understand it now...

[@megyalilaballad]

Great sounding drums. What mics were you using? They're incredibly good!

[@creationmark]

George, can you arrange for pearl to deliver one of these kit to me in Dublin, i'll p.m you my address on facebook. Its the only way i'll be able to appreciate the sound of them.........worth a try lol. They sound great for sure. are you going to be using this kit on the next Nile tour or clinic? Mark

[@TheHighflyingHomeboy]

where'd you place those 2 mics to get a sound like this?!? AMAZING!

[@karl9864]

Yes I know it´s all about the product- seriously, no sarcasm or anything. But you can´t pace out you didn´t have to pay this kit:P PS.: do you remember Tyronne Silva from Sri Lanka? If his words are true we´ll meet in Knesebeck (Germany) this december at the Drum Thunder 3, since I´m a student of his. All the best, yo PPS.: you rule!!

[@FUZZEYHIPPO]

I bought a reference pure in natural. 9x10,9x12,14x14,16x16 and an 18x22. I absolutely love the drums. They are the perfect studio kit in my oppinion. Dont get me wrong, Yamaha Stage Customs and the Absolute kits are awesome for recording. But this pearl kit is rediculous

[@allmetaliswelcome]

are those bassdrum heads coated or are those some VERY muffled kicks?

[@BenMichalowicz]

That being said, didn't you use to endorse DW drums? And if so, how did that turn out?

[@sebbimon]

@burpeemetaldrumguy Isnt that a camera man standing up?

[@burpeemetaldrumguy]

Sweet sounding kit, but what the hell is smoking at 0:53?

[@thirdbreath]

sick i have a pearl reference snare, 600 bucks no big deal. then they come out with this... awesome. :(((

[@Drewp06]

Time for pearl to come up with a better mounting system

[@MasterOfDisaster407]

that kit sounds so fuckin awesome!!!!

[@finaldrumer]

Having an endorsement doesn't mean you get free stuff... actually, that kind of endorsement is pretty rare. You get a huge discount, but not free stuff, or at least not all the time.

[@k.bowers8372]

Yes alot do get free stuff.

[@MattWeismiller1994]

John Bonham and Buddy Rich. Extreme metal drummers : Gene Hoglan and Nick Barker. Those are guys you need to check out.

[@thomasanderson9602]

kollias was playing with yamaha kits wasn't he??

[@RhythmEngineering]

Doesn't matter the name , pearl is probably the biggest drum company but even the masterworks are very mass produced compared to some old custom companies like Gabriel . Though both drum companies are awesome and to average ear the sound the same .

[@odogansoy]

Why use different bass drum pedal? Pearl said Demon drive is the best, is it?

[@jonahmartinez6374]

It's down to preference, really. The axis pedals can get to be too long for some. I think for fast stuff, axis pedals are great. Demon drives seem to have more dynamic capabilities for those who play without triggers like myself. Both are good for speed.

[@givemeajackson]

and then there are still people saying that bgeorge has no groove just cause he can play faster than anyone else... the first thung you played was damn awesome, you can blow minds with and without blast beats and double bass at 300bpm

[@StagnantExistance]

The kit sounds great, but taking into account the modern methods of recording drums, I ask myself a question : " Will any of this kit's great acoustic qualities make it to the album ?". There is a huge likelihood, that it will be sampled and not recorded with actual microphones.

[@MathijsIgnoul]

@UgE You're not just 'getting one', right? Otherwise, I guess being endorsed is one of the better things in life.

[@Monkaloptapus]

You know honesty this just doesn't sound as different as my standard Ref kit. I'll stay with my original Reference. :)

[@maria49544]

Pearles YEAHHHH

[@doublebassrox]

why the hell do we have to learn about plato, socrates aristotle and all them for greek history and literature when we can learn about KOLLIAS?

[@DagonMetalMusic]

I must say. My Tama Hyperdrive gives this kit a run for its money and at 1/3 the price. You could never compare the hardware though. Pearl's hardware > all

[@Pier.Frances]

George if you don't know where to put your ex masterworks kit I have a free room...just to don't trash it....

[@Trialbyfire.coaching]

@UgE haha wow i was just expecting that youre the one whos gonna get it

[@dulsrules]

Triggers are essential for any type of playing. George shouldn't go out without them. And fuck that "natural" sound of kicks. Plastic "clicky" sound is way much better. For double bass ofc.

[@danieloliver5710]

Well last I checked George Kollias is a death metal drummer and groove and "feeling" aren't really prerequisites for that kind of music. Besides if you wanted groove you should of watched a Tony Williams or Billie Cobham video.

[@olliemedsy]

@MickRdrummer change it to 1080 then

[@TrololololoTube]

@Compendyum agreed x)

[@daanvanderspek]

Hold the camera still!.... I'm all dizzy!

[@RWH411]

no he's been with pearl since nile got big

[@JazzyJonas]

I agree. DW drums sound a little too clean and lack character imho. If you like them, more power to you. But, I'd at least say overpriced if not overrated.

[@wesleydrummerferreira7758]

FOCUS????????

[@CraZedAnaRCHiSt89]

10 grand later....

[@BenMichalowicz]

Hahaha plus hardware and cymbals.

[@tanocapezzone5617]

GEORGE KOILLAS = SPEED GROOVE , FELING = O

[@BenMichalowicz]

If not, I must be mistaken with something

[@karl9864]

free drums?? lol

[@DesertSnoopy]

@william10212 "LOL what the fuck am I doing?"

[@Pier.Frances]

Actually my room is still free =/