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" RT, 9x12" RT, 10x13” RT, 14x14" FT, 16x16” FT, 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."