"HEAR WE GO" Drumset Performance

[zippie41]

ok........original sound and...great drumming ....as always inspiring ...creativity!

[PureGenerationY]

Hmm, lounge rock at it's finest.

[JCustomZ]

what double bass pedal is that???

[rolandvp]

Wow, i'd say you have the MOST original style I've ever seen. Sure, there many greats, but holy you know what? Sir, you just rocked the you know what outta my....hmmm, sure would like a do-over starting at prime time instead of 47.

Well, at least I can watch poetry in motion right here anytime I want, right?

Incredible!!

[bobgatzen]

@rolandvp Wow... what a wonderful message!! For sure it will go into my ..."When Bob is Feeling Down" files Thanks so much JZ!! Let's stay in touch.

[TamboresDeJaykub]

woh! i havent subscribed to you yet!!! i am getting right on that!!!

[bobgatzen]

@TamboresDeJaykub THANKYOUTHANKYOUTHANKYOUTHANKY­OUTHANKYOUTHANKYOUTHANKYOUTHAN­KYOUTHANKYOUTHANKYOUTHANKYOU..­. Thank You!

[TamboresDeJaykub]

@bobgatzen ha YOUR WELCOME

[LueysVideos]

wow... I really enjoyed that.

[bobgatzen]

@LueysVideos Me too Luey!!

[rpd801]

Bob, As always great and inspiring performance! May the pocket last forever.

[accountingme]

O_O dude your rip man!!!!!!!! and incredible playing and a damn nice kit too!!! it makes me want to be you T_T PS: no rhyme inteanded

[bobgatzen]

You're excitement is contagious!! Thanks for kicking my day off!!

[1996EJV]

Love it, Man

Great Style And Playing

Well Done!

[bobgatzen]

Well thank you very much for saying that!

[CreeOps]

Wow your amazing! If you can remember, what drum heads did you use for this set? I really like the sound of the toms.

[bobgatzen]

Thank you!! It's combination of EC-2/EC-resos on toms, Powercenter-RD/Hazy 300 snare, the mini-timbales G-2 clears and finally the BD is a EMAD2/EMAD reso.

[drummertero]

Bob, you really play the drums...not beat the drums :)

[bobgatzen]

@drummertero I continually remind myself that, at the drums we're trying to tell a story utilizing a language that is driven by rhythm, dynamics, density (sound) and tone. Not an easy trip but well worth the effort!

[kyledennisdd]

every time i watch your videos it inspires me to try something new! thanks for being so innovative bob.

[bobgatzen]

That's so good to hear because it 's exactly why I take the time and energy to help fellow drummers to discover their sound, their signature at the drums. Thanks and you're very welcome Kyle.

[adsy69]

I agree with Kyle here Bob. You deserve an award for the time and effort that you dedicate to help people understand and enjoy drumming. I've learnt so much about tuning from watching your videos and every time I see you play it just makes me want to do the same! Bob you're a great asset to the drumming community, the world of music and also to Youtube. If every walk of life had someone as willing to share their expertise with the world as you then we would have a far happier population.

[bobgatzen]

Thank you so much Adam! Consider your comment printed out for my studio wall! Whenever I feel overwhelmed with YT comments & responses, I leaf through letters like yours as a reminder "we" need to keep drummers at the drums. This way we all inspire future drummers to grow our industry. Thanks again! Bob

[adsy69]

I'm honored! Thank you very much.

[ozzybungle]

The music aint my cup of tea, but it sure is good seein someone who can play.

[bobgatzen]

ughhh... thanks I think! No really thank you. I understand, music genre is subjective. We each have our favorite, special blend of coffee.

[TeslaNick2]

Hi Bob, love your work, just wanted to say.... 'Your a dude !'....

[bobgatzen]

Well thank you Nick! Always a pleasure to help out

[D33v0]

Thanks for replying so quick, Bob. The info/advice is much appreciated.

[bobgatzen]

You're welcome and thanks back for tuning in

[D33v0]

Hey Bob, Great job as always. You, alongside Mike Portnoy and Neil Peart(Like most aspiring drummers) have always made me strive and be proud to be a drummer. Now I'm just wondering, since you're an endorser for Zildjian, a DW as well(Hope I'm not mistaken) how do you become one? I've always wanted to be an endorser for someone like ddrum or DW. Thanks greatly in advance.

-Devin

[bobgatzen]

Thanks Devin!

Endorsements are all about "value". It's a 2-way street, a true business relationship. Promoting product through your ability and reputation is what companies are after. You need to convince them that you are a "valued" resource. My approach is..."What can I do for this company versus what can the company do for me". This ethic has proved successful throughout my career.

Hope this helps, good luck!

[borishog]

Hay bob were do i get cool music like that from

[bobgatzen]

Actually I compose all the music on the channel and on my DVD products. Music composition is my favorite hobbie next to drumming. I sequence the tunes in Logic, Reason and record in Pro-Tools. So,,,thank you! I may open a website strickly to distribute music and loops I produce. For the time being, pick a tune and send me your EM address and I'll send you a drum-less mix to practice with.

[DomtheBeast94]

should i just send an email too just to get the song? and if i post a vid with this i know i have to show credit from where its was right?

[bobgatzen]

Best to send a "personal message" with your EM url. I'll track down the drum-less mix and send it to you. Yes, please credit me for the composition if you use it publicly. It's fun to play on this tune.

[RA710]

AWESOME!!!! What ride and hihats are you using and about how much do they run?

[bobgatzen]

I endorse Zildjian cymbals so I work occasionally with Paul Francis, the "Cymbal Master" on new configurations. The hats are 11" Oriental (semi-flat bell) The ride is an 18" Breakbeat with 1 rivet. It sounds somewhat like Steve Gadd's ride, Dry, dark and articulate... what's not to like?!!

[RA710]

Cool, but how much do they cost?

[stefanakias]

Hey Mr. Bob

Great job, great rhythm, GREAT FEEL!! Keep on the good work!

[bobgatzen]

Thanks Stefan!

[OrganicTrichome]

omg where did you get that backing track from? ps...you great man! very helpful....

[bobgatzen]

Thanks Zack. I do a lot of writing. I'm alway working on music composition. So yes, I write all the tunes on my videos and DVD projects. I sequence the music in Logic 8 and Pro-Tools. One of these days I plan on doing an expose' on music composition and new technologies.

[xMasterchief007]

what is a good head for the bottom of the snare drum

[bobgatzen]

I like the Evans Hazy 300. It works well with just about any style batter head.

[xMasterchief007]

thnks

[BR4DL3YY]

hello bod that hi hat cluch you are using, what is it if you dont mind me asking?

[bobgatzen]

It's DW's quick throw-off clutch. Just hitting the curved arm disengages the top cymbal to ride on while playing dbl bass drum or double. pedals. Stepping on the HH re-engages that top hat.

[BR4DL3YY]

aww theye dont do it on ebay lol

[8eatm0nster]

I listened to this on headphones last night, then went to the studio and just totally monstered my kit from A to Z... RMV Concept drums are naturally tonal, sweetly resonating thin shell drums, made from Bapeva (Brazilian maple) and Copaìba, but now, thanks to your tuning tips and this really sweet solo, they are even more musical... and when your lead guitarist actually pricks up his ears and comments, you know it's "right". Bob - why didn't I find you 30 years ago!?

[bobgatzen]

If i've set once , I've a hundred times and never get sick of it...

I LOVE SUCCESS STORIES!! Thanks for sharing that with us.

Bob

[mikestopforth]

Super stuff - absolutely love the sound you're getting out of your snare mate. You haven't lost anything, even in adapting the vid for YouTube.

[bobgatzen]

Big thanks mike! Sound is feel...feel is emotion. I'm always after a sound.

[johnnyquach1915691]

hi Bob, I've been trying to find the music like yours and play drums as improvising or doing solos but i can't seem to find them, did you make them?

Also, i have collector DW drums but i juz can't seem to get the original heads to make the dampened sounds i want for the tom toms, i have 10, 12,14,16 toms. i dont have access to drum stores around me so buying new heads is impossible, any advice? i saw people putting duck tape on the heads, does that work?

thanks alot if you could help

[bobgatzen]

I write all the tunes on the channel and sequence them. What your hearing is me and my Mac. However, I do have a CD project on iTunes titled "Prior Art". I include 7 drumless mixes fro drummers to down load.

Head suggestions- EC-2's with EC-resos sound great on DW's.

BD- EMAD1 or 2 / Emad reso 1 or 2 EQ pads

SNR-Powercenter-RD& Hazy 300 snare

NO DUCT TAPE ALLOWED!!

[johnnyquach1915691]

thanks but i also mentioned i dont have the ability to buy new drum heads in the place im at right now, should i put rings?

[bobgatzen]

Always worth a try.

[w9jon]

shop online dude!

[hereslookinatyoukid]

wow man - inspirational!

i'd love to have half the talent you do...fantastic drumming.

[bobgatzen]

You used the sacred word, "Inspirational" that indicates you do have the talent... just need to let that cat out of the box!

Besides, you have it in your blood... Aussies are totally creative...luv you guys...Thanks!

[mastrorj68]

the key to this is that its done very tastefully i like it

[bobgatzen]

thanks for listening and the nice comment... really appreciate it!

[juddgreg333]

Bob what happened to the drumframe? distribution still available or did you discontinue the product by the way thanks for all of the innovations over the years i love when our instrument evolves

[bobgatzen]

Me too... you're welcome. The DrumFrame is close to my heart but due to rising costs of labor and raw materials, DF is not in production. However, we are negotiating a partnership with a well-know manufacturer/distributor hoping to bring it back into the percussion industry. We continue to supply replacement parts to our devoted DF owners. Please stay in touch. We will make an announcement on our site.

[DarkmanFlow]

Wow, awesome drumming! I´ve never seen anyone play with so much passion! I love that fill at 1:45, sounds great.

You da man!

[bobgatzen]

You're too kind... thank you and have a happy new year!

[graphattic]

seriously good.!

[bobgatzen]

All the way from Greece...thanks g!

[kashmir33]

You are an unusual drummer.

[bobgatzen]

I hope so... thank you!

[loganyorkdockery]

is this the actual video of the recording?

[bobgatzen]

I am I playing to the the tune on-screen? Absolutely...that's the challenge!

[Symmetry44]

OK this video was excellent all the way around. I loved the music. The drums sound amazing and this dudes playing is fantastic!

Awesome stuff here broseph!!!

[bobgatzen]

Thanks Bill really appreciate it

[bryan770]

my whole family revolves around racing. When I was 12 my dad asked me if I asked my dad if I could race again (i raced when i was 5 and quit when I was 7) now it would be a sprint car. He gave me a choice, I could race, or I could buy a drum set and never mention racing again. I choose the drums. I use to regret my decision but when I hear people like you play it makes me feel like i made the right choice. Now I am 13 and never regret it. All I do is play my instruments. Thanks Bob

[bobgatzen]

Thanks bryan, you've made my day!

One of my theories is that the decision to play drums is largely motivated by mechanical inclination. Even if you don't think your mechanically inclined, in a way you have to be to set-up, design & play a drum set. For some this may be an awakening, a discovery. But for us gear-drumheads it's just routine.

[bryan770]

Yes definitely and thanks to that choice I tried out for the Rhode Island All State Band and was ranked the number one drummer in Rholde Island

[bobgatzen]

Bravo Bryan! Funny when I was your age I made All-Eastern and State band conferences for 3 years in a row. That was a big influence on my decision to be a drumhead

[gibspadovani]

That's really good stuff!

I wish I could be as good as you someday! :)

[bobgatzen]

Thanks gibs... all you have to do is make it your highest priority

[w9jon]

I hear the boa is great but i can't find a double pedal. Do you have to buy 2 single pedals and a connecting bar?

[bobgatzen]

The BOA is great! It's the opposite of what your thinking. The auxiliary pedal of the double turns into a single simply by inserting the beater into the hub.Best to contact DW online for a dealer nearest you or online.

[w9jon]

thanks bob

[bobgatzen]

Thank you very much! I really appreciate that. Please stay tuned, I have another solo concept coming up real soon

[Dannysuess]

Hi Bob,

great drumming, great drumset! Your Toms sound fantastic! I was wondering what sizes and depths they are. Is it 10, 12 , 14? Is this the natural sound or do you use some "digital" help? ;-)

As I am thinking of buying a dw drumset may I ask you what finish your drumset is? I hope it not a custom one just for you! :-)

Thanks for everything...

P.S.: The new pdp-pedal looks and feels great! Savin up for one... :-)

[bobgatzen]

Thanks Dan! TOMS- 8x6, 8x10, 13x14, 15x16. Depths can vary depending on the kit. At times I switch out the 8" for a 7" or 8"x12" (see" Just for Fun Pt. 2") I switch between maple and birch shells. I endorse DW drums, however there are many great sounding drums to chose from. Audition a as many as you can, it's objective.

Just good ol' clean recording, great sounding drums & heads.The BOA is the BOMB!

[guitarmonkey331]

Great job. I loved the beginning of the song. By the way nice muscle t-shirt. Really shows those guns off!

[bobgatzen]

lol... haven't heard that one yet. OK gather yourself Bob...I'm still laughing! OK...ahhhh. I was a physical wreck up unit my 30th birthday, discovered my natural ability for running that totally changed my life. Now I believe in and embrace the Body-Mind & Soul philosophy. Big thanks for making me laugh out loud!!

[lilrichie88]

your the man Bob!!!!!!!!

[bobgatzen]

Thanks richie

[rex6661]

Hey Bob, I was just wondering what u have your snare drum heads tuned to for this vid?

Thanks Again

[bobgatzen]

Good question. Can't remember exactly but HWG is in G-. The drum is a DW 13" Solid shell. I aim for pitches matching the tonality of the tune like. G,Bb,C,D etc. My best guess is the snare head is set at "G" and the batter @ between Bb-C

[Xaltilica]

Love your kit man!!!! its awesome!!!!! nice playing also ;)

[bobgatzen]

Thanks Jordan

[rlrrlrll21]

I really like your set, and nice playing!

[bobgatzen]

Thank you!

[jcavis]

aronizer - totally classless remark, show some respect

[bobgatzen]

Thanks for defending me.

[aronizer]

Nice tune and nice drumming. But I do think you should eat some more :P

[ZildjianDrummer244]

dude that's Bob Gatzen, One of the world's greatest and he's always looked like that. You can be skinny and still be in shape.

[aronizer]

I don't say it affects his playing ;)

[ZildjianDrummer244]

Ok I was about to say... lol! sorry about the mix up.

[maidenfan10210]

aronizer if you are insulting the great bob gatzen because of his low weight you must be one fat oiece of shit and u seem to be uptight pull that dick out of your ass

[bobgatzen]

Thanks Z, you right on!

[bobgatzen]

My wife tells me that all the time! The truth is, I'm in great shape...not bad a 59 year  old huh?

[jakefrancis4]

omg ur 59 i thought u were 40 or something jus goes to show how gr8 shape ur in lol do u work out is it jus the drumming?

[bobgatzen]

It's pretty simple, at 30 years old, overweight & out of shape, I realized the power in the expression... "Body, Mind & Soul". It changed my life. BMS are forces that feed each other. So yes, it's the combination of drumming, running and fast cars that provide the fuel.

[germanointorcia]

IT S A FANTASTIC GROOVE, AND DRUM SOLOS

[rudeboyjohn]

I have that same snare drum Mr. Gatzen has, it absolutely ROCKS!

[bobgatzen]

This a response to "Jordison" The BOA hi-hat is now in stores. Contact DW through their site for local retailers.

Thanks!

[nellyfolly]

I gotta get a hi hat stand like that.

[Merettich]

well, youve got a cutup-drumset, but ur good.

[bobgatzen]

Thanks... I think

[handtricks]

bob i just want want to say thanks for sharing your outstanding knowledge ,your videos have been a great help,not ony are you a great drummer but also a great teacher,god bless!!!

[ironman1055]

I have been always wondering, why do some drummers have 2 hi-hats?

[bobgatzen]

Left and right handed patterns can broken up on L&R HH's...2 different sounds in stereo. Also, at times it's convenient to combine patterns exclusively on the right or left side components (toms, cymbals)of the kit.

[caljrrr]

yeah i wuzz gonna say the same thing

also dbl bass w/closed hat

[sammyelectronics]

Exelente Baterista Pocos Como Tu te Apasiona deverdad man que brutal

[Coupesm]

woo 1000th view lol

[leodyer13]

Awesome stuff man! Great expression and I love the way your drums sound!

[splashy44]

hey bob..you most definatly have your own voice..very creative,most of all its exciting what you do.

[bobgatzen]

To all of you...all I can say is WOW! Luv to share...thanks so much!

[dzionix]

man, please tell me how i can get more ideas, like you?

[shalaq]

Can't wait for the new clip- you're a great drummer Bob :)

[fijjibo]

Ahh...a nice new vid.

Thanks Bob.

[bender2o]

that was awesome nice one man

[jls25]

unique playing

[Axispedals06]

Bob, I take a bow down to you sir, fantastic stuff!

[Superfro2]

Hey Bob, That's some mighty deep and tastey groovin!! I dig it!

[bobgatzen]

Thanks so much!

[bobgatzen]

Thanks guys, I really appreciate it!

[Hardcorelogo]

Another great, creative performance! GOOD WORK BOB!

[drum789]

awsome perfomance and kit!

[ceezmanb]

NIce,,,1