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.
Chris Fryar
Gretsch Artist Since:
2010
Country:
US
Band or Affiliations:
Zac Brown Band
Current Kit Setup:
USA Custom
7x10 & 8x12 Rack Toms, 14x14 & 16x16 Floor Toms, 16x22 Bass Drum, 6x10 USA Custom maple snare , 5x14 USA Custom Copper snare
Influences:
Vinnie Colaiuta, Jeff Porcaro, Steve Gadd, Art Blakey, Elvin Jones, Gregg Bissonette, Bill Stewart, Jeff “Tain” Watts, Stewart Copeland
We asked...Why Gretsch?:
"Gretsch Drums are THE standard by which all other drums have been judged. Why Gretsch, you ask?...That GREAT GRETSCH SOUND!! "
Advice to Aspiring Musicians:
"Take a moment to clearly define what “success” means as it pertains to you and your drumming endeavors. You should now have a much clearer sense of the goal you are trying to reach. Now go achieve it! "