Gretsch Drums is an iconic American drum brand manufactured in Ridgeland, South Carolina.
For 140 years, our award-winning company has been providing "That Great Gretsch Sound" to drummers around the globe.
Ben Sims
Gretsch Artist Since:
2011
Country:
US
Band or Affiliations:
Brantley Gilbert
Current Kit Setup:
USA Custom in Black Blass
18x22” BD (2), // 8x10, 9x12, 10x13” RT’s // 14x14 & 16x16” FT’s // 6.5x14” SD, 5.5x14” SD, 6.5x14” Hammered Chrome over Brass SD
Influences:
Lester Estelle Jr. and Mike Mangini
We asked...Why Gretsch?:
"From the first time I played a Gretsch kit in the studio on our first album I knew I was right at home. The drums sound great day after day and hold up to the grind of the road. I couldn’t be happier and appreciate all the support from the Gretsch Family."
Advice to Aspiring Musicians:
"You can do anything that you put your mind to and practice with a metronome."