Altoona, PA drummer's Rototom demonstration shows how unique their sound really is!

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  • @keithholbrook2471
    @keithholbrook2471 3 ปีที่แล้ว +735

    Never understood why they didn't gain more popularity when you consider clarity, sustain , durability, ease of use and tunabiilty.

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  3 ปีที่แล้ว +81

      Seems like they're making quite the comeback, though

    • @Pericles777
      @Pericles777 2 ปีที่แล้ว +82

      One reason being the presence of vocalists. They typically clash with most singers vocal ranges and can make it difficult to get that particular Tom sound to sit in a mix well at least in my experience. Not a lot of drummers want that timbre from thier toms. I’d describe them as “pangy” and timbale like, but slightly less resonance 😂 most of us want a thunderous “boom” that a frame and a single piece of Mylar simply cannot produce. However, would be a great candidate for a triggered hybrid setup

    • @MarsVioletDeep
      @MarsVioletDeep 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      The reason is probably that they can bust under the pressure sometimes, ruining the black metal part, forcing you to replace. That's what happened to 2 out of the 3 of the ones I had.

    • @Pericles777
      @Pericles777 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@MarsVioletDeep well that explains the use of pinstripe heads then 😂 the top layer pops

    • @keithholbrook2471
      @keithholbrook2471 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Pericles good points, particularly for the bigger drums.

  • @roadboat9216
    @roadboat9216 2 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    One of the best benefits to these is that they can be tuned to specific musical interludes or to fit primary chord structures. Even used as a make do for timpani effects. This just adds to the versatility of the drum kit.

  • @AdrenalineConcept
    @AdrenalineConcept 2 ปีที่แล้ว +125

    Taylor Hawkins of the Foo Fighters has been on and off with these over the years. Remember seeing him in the late 90s with them. Danny Carey of Tool still rocks them. Great sound when used adaptively

    • @hamesmck5061
      @hamesmck5061 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      RIP the boy himself

    • @AdrenalineConcept
      @AdrenalineConcept 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Geez forgot I commented on this. Never imagined 2 months later Taylor would be gone. Just so sad.

    • @dylanbaldwin7934
      @dylanbaldwin7934 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I want to get these for performing one of my bands songs live it's an 80s ballad. Studio version doesn't have much fills but I add a lot of big fills live it sounds so good in the song. These would be great to add to my kit and go down all my toms. Check out the song it's called "The Rain" by "stankenstein" and also give the heros odyssey a listen it's a 3 part ballad.

    • @shanemartin9147
      @shanemartin9147 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      He is now OFF them

    • @PRATERVXEX
      @PRATERVXEX ปีที่แล้ว

      Chad from 311 has them with a cool tuning pedal.

  • @outtayardstudio
    @outtayardstudio 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Maaaaaaad drummie....sweetest set of rotos I've heard ever....and I use them a lot

  • @theleftymonster
    @theleftymonster 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    That was fantastic. Roto Toms are my favourite and I always thought it’s a great idea to have this instead of regular toms especially for travelling and gigging band with smaller vehicle.

  • @grumpydg
    @grumpydg 2 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    I've got a set of the small ones and I've always loved them, but now that I've heard those larger ones, my set feels incomplete lol. Oh man, those are crazy awesome.

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I know! I was surprised how punchy the big ones sound

  • @furcoat9458
    @furcoat9458 2 ปีที่แล้ว +167

    Sounds awesome, but I feel like it’s a lot more niche sounding than regular toms or floor toms. Very unique sound though! The “in the air tonight” fill sounded awesome!

    • @vivblake6308
      @vivblake6308 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sounded great,but I used to use these back in the 80s and they used to get lost when played live.

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Definitely not the "norm" but I do like the way they sound. Not sure if I'd be willing to use them for a regular cover band gig. Maybe not versatile enough for that

    • @the_minimalistic_adventure
      @the_minimalistic_adventure 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@vivblake6308 Yeah, Danny Carey uses roto toms for his rack, and they just never sound “full” live. Not sure why he’d choose them for his main sound and not aux. but that’s Danny Carey for you. Lol.

    • @charlesdrake3125
      @charlesdrake3125 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@the_minimalistic_adventure so did Terry Bozio in the 80s

    • @Journeyman.71
      @Journeyman.71 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@Randy_Servello Honestly, for a cover band playing clubs and so on, I don't think it really matters! Especially if you tune them well, PLAY THEM WELL, and have a good sound guy who can mix everything properly. By this, I mean, the average person in the audience, on the dance floor, etc., drinking their beer or their wine, or whatever, looking for the love of their life, or just for the night, probably isn't going to notice or care, as long as the beat is there, and rhythm is workin'. This is also my philosophy regarding brand names and market levels for drums, cymbals, etc. Now, I get wanting to sound as good as possible, and enjoying playing on quality kit, but, there's a saying about knowing your audience...!

  • @chadmiller8725
    @chadmiller8725 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I am a 57 year old guitarist, but have always had a love for the drums as well. Rotos move me everytime. I also really dig the TAMA Octobans. Not just the sound(s), but the looks as well. A kit with those racked up looks fantastic!! Sounds great Randy - thanks for the quick magic.

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! I agree there's something about the look of those big 80's kits with the octabans!

  • @PopotFabio
    @PopotFabio 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    that snare is fantastic!!!

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Wanna hear more of the snare?
      th-cam.com/video/At2EytgsweE/w-d-xo.html

  • @MBdrummer3288
    @MBdrummer3288 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Those sound surprisingly good! Especially the lower ones. I really can’t believe that. Nice dude!

  • @MichieandJames
    @MichieandJames 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Roto Toms have such an amazing sound and are in far more songs than people think. They just didn't catch on quite like they should have. It is sad to not hear them as much as we use too in the 80's

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It seems like they are making a come back, now!

  • @rs3946-u4n
    @rs3946-u4n 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That distinction between the roots and the snare is beautiful.......the snare sound is fire......

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you! That's a fun, little drum when it's cranked up tight!

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks MG

  • @stixpooper3704
    @stixpooper3704 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Sound better than most shallow single headed toms coming onto the market with portable kits.
    Great projection!

  • @tortillasarenotbiceps7622
    @tortillasarenotbiceps7622 3 ปีที่แล้ว +68

    Had them back in the 80s and loved them. Got them tuned and mic'd beautifully, and that snare is to die for. One of the best sounding snares I've ever heard.

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you!

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Here's more of that snare.
      th-cam.com/video/At2EytgsweE/w-d-xo.html

    • @austinzhang6516
      @austinzhang6516 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm not here often to reply and talk with you, add me on Google Hangout, austinzhang032@gmail.com
      I'll keep in touch over there....

    • @andriealinsangao613
      @andriealinsangao613 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Randy_Servello Mmm, that snare...

    • @jareddoran6605
      @jareddoran6605 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I bought that snare (Ludwig Supralite) a few years ago, not knowing how good it would sound (I originally bought an SJC snare that went on back order, and my Sweetwater guy convinced me to buy the Supralite instead), and I've never regretted it. I've gotten a lot of compliments on my snare sound at gigs many times, and I've been convinced Ludwig makes the best snares ever since. Hearing it in this video, tuned beautifully, and miked and EQ'ed liked that, has made me fall in love with it all over again

  • @fulci6734
    @fulci6734 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love roto-toms such a brilliant crisp sound and that snare 👍👍👍🥁

  • @samowensdrums
    @samowensdrums 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yes! I’ve got the classic 6,8,10 and love them! Great video!

  • @cgsound
    @cgsound 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    love it ...just got myself a set of roto toms too was always wanting them.

  • @topcop3921
    @topcop3921 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I loooooove the sound of roto toms..sounds so tight..damn that was cool.......more please

  • @Boze0415
    @Boze0415 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Takes me back to my high school days playing the roto toms in our marching band. Great demo!! Awesome!!

    • @tortillasarenotbiceps7622
      @tortillasarenotbiceps7622 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Not an easy task with all those tight heads. Need some great stick control to play those bad boys.

  • @carlosserrano3985
    @carlosserrano3985 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I remember using Rototoms with my Simmons SDSV and an acoustic snare back in the 80'S. I love them!

  • @josephissa72
    @josephissa72 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Man, the sound of those Hi Hat cymbals are freaking awesome.

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Saluda Symbolic 14"!

    • @tttarms1970
      @tttarms1970 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Was just going to comment, soon as he played em
      Some of the best to my ear

    • @othicx
      @othicx 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      saluda is absolutely amazing and for and absolutely killer price! The price of entry line sabian and the sound and quality of any of the top end cymbals out there! I couldn't recommend them enough.

  • @richardhead3596
    @richardhead3596 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    With my high end ear buds in, this kit and your playing sound soooooo nice. Cheers from Canada.

  • @blahboy68
    @blahboy68 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Funny, you played in the air tonight by Phil Collins. Who started playing rotos back in the mid 70s. Bill Buford toured with Genesis one year and saw Phil playing a few rotos. He proceeded to play rotos for years after. Two of. Y favorite drummers...

    • @leopardcubpupkryky6940
      @leopardcubpupkryky6940 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No roto toms were used on in the air tonight. Sorry.

    • @blahboy68
      @blahboy68 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@leopardcubpupkryky6940 oh, I know...I just mentioned Phil Collins because he was using roto toms in the mid 70’s. I think In the air tonight came out about 5 years later around 1980 or 81.

    • @amsobile4192
      @amsobile4192 3 ปีที่แล้ว

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    • @amsobile4192
      @amsobile4192 3 ปีที่แล้ว

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    • @jeromeduffy9270
      @jeromeduffy9270 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Honest never saw them

  • @sideswipe61
    @sideswipe61 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Terry Bozzio used these on UK's 1979 live album "Night After Night". I love the sound he got with Rototoms better than any kit he's played since.

  • @mikec7176
    @mikec7176 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The kit sounds great man!!!!!
    I had 3 roto toms in the 70’s, I loved how precise they could be tuned, but I found when playing along with other amplified instruments, you couldnt hear them! I still liked them though!

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I had the same problem. Projection is limited, but a well placed mic solves the problem

  • @ducatimikep
    @ducatimikep 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I’ve always liked Roto-Toms. Not sure why they never took off.

    • @cave1958
      @cave1958 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      They were HUGE in the 1980s.

    • @michaelhicks5150
      @michaelhicks5150 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think Terry Bozzio bought them all! 😵

  • @ItsSkyler007
    @ItsSkyler007 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    1:16 Absolutely loved the Phil Collins solo!

  • @sageof6paths1
    @sageof6paths1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    Dude, that’s the best I ever heard a complete rototom kit. 2 mic placement. Damn!!! Sounds absolutely incredible.

  • @ralphrestubog5519
    @ralphrestubog5519 3 ปีที่แล้ว +117

    1:15
    I CAN FEEL IT COOOMING IN THE AAAAIR TONIGHT

    • @Gabe3XL228
      @Gabe3XL228 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Lol yea

    • @MrDavizym
      @MrDavizym 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      OH LOOORD

    • @eliotrobinson9613
      @eliotrobinson9613 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      OH LOOORD

    • @prisonmike4971
      @prisonmike4971 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I couldn't hear him say "you might know this one", but as soon as those drums hit, shit just was blaring in my head. Specifically Mike Tyson

    • @misakiyoshida
      @misakiyoshida 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      OH GOD IM COOMING AAAAAAH

  • @Kirbyfire73
    @Kirbyfire73 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Where did you get these? I've been looking everywhere online in order to get some but all I can find are the 6", 8", and 10" ones.

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      It took me a year of searching for used ones. It wasn't easy.

    • @rhabdob3895
      @rhabdob3895 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’ve been looking for the larger ones since I was 20. Then tools drummer started using them And it was over.

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@rhabdob3895 they pop up on eBay and Reverb, sometimes Facebook Marketplace. But, they're usually priced really high and they get bought quickly. I don't know who is paying those prices, though. Lol

  • @Czyszy
    @Czyszy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That "70s" reverb makes the kit sound insane!

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's really way too much, but I never thought anyone other than myself would ever see this. 😂

    • @Czyszy
      @Czyszy 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Randy_Servello I love this drum sound. Kinda reminds me of John Wilcox's "river's edge" drum solo on Singring by Todd Rundgren's Utopia

  • @paulseano5100
    @paulseano5100 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I used to have the same “6 “8 “10 set up. Talk about an ear cracking “6 ! I used to tweek it high and roll all over the 12 pieces on my kit. Remo Toto toms drums were fun

  • @keithbrown2772
    @keithbrown2772 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Reminds me of Bill Brufords set up of the 70’s when he was with UK and then his band Bruford he used roto toms as his main toms up top then just a regular floor tom this has given me an idea thanks

    • @richardmilligan1410
      @richardmilligan1410 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I still love that first UK album.

    • @he5975
      @he5975 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@richardmilligan1410 One of a kind.

  • @autismguy2060
    @autismguy2060 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your drums sound so crisp and clear! 🥁

  • @TonyVazquez8265
    @TonyVazquez8265 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I recently switched from acoustic toms to large rotos: 10", 14", and a 16" roto that I use as a floor tom. I use Evans Hydraulic red batter heads on my rotos. My kick drum is a 16" converted floor tom from a Tama Rockstar DX kit.
    Now I'm starting to get used to them, but I still need to tune my roto-toms so they will project in my band's rehearsal space.
    Someone told me I should mic my roto-toms; but I will do that for live shows and studio recordings. I don't really need to mic my roto-toms during band rehearsal unless my bandmates ask me to do so.
    Nonetheless, having a roto-tom kit is fun to play. I'll still keep my acoustic toms so that I can switch back to them once in a while.

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That sounds like a cool setup!

    • @IsraelStephen7
      @IsraelStephen7 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      th-cam.com/video/GSNpzmuiygQ/w-d-xo.html

    • @aldenalmagro
      @aldenalmagro 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm looking into a similar setup, really just looking to minimize the size of the gear I need to bring to gigs. A 16" kick, snare, a couple of rotos, cymbal bag, hardware bag and throne should be able to fit in an Uber. Are you still loving your setup? Anything you would change?

  • @MultiSkyman1
    @MultiSkyman1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice job man! They sound great. Terry Bozzio had a full Roto kit in the early 80's you may recall.

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thanks! Terry was my main inspiration for these! I loved the Missing Persons stuff. I kinda got mad when he switched to the more electronic kit. Lol

    • @benjamingaray5660
      @benjamingaray5660 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Internet points for you both

  • @Buddythunder1
    @Buddythunder1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    They're great, aren't they?! That sound... Great playing too!

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think the sound is different in a good way! Thanks for the compliment, too!

  • @citydrums7525
    @citydrums7525 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sweet! I remember seeing Gamma with Ronnie Montrose at Day on the Green in Oakland, CA in 1981. Their drummer had a bunch of Roto Toms like this. Simply bad ass!

  • @jameshersheysr7194
    @jameshersheysr7194 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Getting the 6,8,10 soon ......waiting for the 12,14 and 16 to be in stock and getting those also. They sound great can't wait to get mine.

    • @yikenscot
      @yikenscot 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I've got a set 6.8.10.12.14.16 for sale £100

    • @WilliamVSuber
      @WilliamVSuber 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@yikenscot they still for sale?

    • @yikenscot
      @yikenscot 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@WilliamVSuber Indeed they are...all down to cost of shipping...I'm in central Scotland.

    • @WilliamVSuber
      @WilliamVSuber 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@yikenscot you have any photos to show what kind of conditions they are in now?

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@WilliamVSuber they're gone. Sorry.

  • @justus4345
    @justus4345 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’m a kid from the ‘80s and this would have been my dream kit. Actually if I still played on a regular basis, this would be my second kit.

  • @juliocontagro
    @juliocontagro 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Nice killer sound! Congratulations 👏

  • @spookgook4903
    @spookgook4903 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That 1st groove you did at 1:05 🤘🏾🤘🏾🔥🔥🔥

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Well I'm glad you liked it! Thank you!

  • @Tony-ew3jp
    @Tony-ew3jp 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I had the entire set through the 80's, 6,8,10,12,14,16 and 18. And two bass drums, Alex Van Halen style.

  • @RossLambert801
    @RossLambert801 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I want a pair of those larger roto toms.

  • @frk75
    @frk75 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    sound ingeneers ive worked with in my previous life as a drummer used to hate rototoms, especially in the studio. i didnt care, it was the cheapest way of having 3 extra toms and they have their own kind of unique sound, couldnt live without it

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah, I remember that being a problem in the 80's, but nobody has complained to me recently. I love the uniqueness of their sound.

  • @erick_fernandez_78910
    @erick_fernandez_78910 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Haha that single head sound is so hot!

  • @barrylippard1846
    @barrylippard1846 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I absolutely love the sound of roto drums.

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Same here! Such a distinct and different sound!

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it!

  • @PNW_Sportbike_Life
    @PNW_Sportbike_Life 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    steel snare drums sound pretty killer in general IMO, and of course roto-toms are just classic. Cool demo!

  • @ReeseChown
    @ReeseChown ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love that rubbery-plastic snap sound. It just cuts through like a knife.

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  ปีที่แล้ว

      It definitely does! It's a very distinct sound!

  • @SixseeksiX
    @SixseeksiX 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    In the air tonight 😍

  • @TrailsJunkie
    @TrailsJunkie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    They sound absolutely amazing !

  • @randalljewart3923
    @randalljewart3923 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Yo that snare sounds nice

  • @bowrooco
    @bowrooco 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Went out and just bought a set lol probably the best sounding video for roto toms on you tube :)

  • @marviveedee7198
    @marviveedee7198 4 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    Rotos sound great ,but that snare sounds amazing .

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thanks. That's the cheapest snare I own. It's a 6.5 x 13 Ludwig Supralite.

    • @bainoOfficial1
      @bainoOfficial1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great sound

    • @bainoOfficial1
      @bainoOfficial1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Am so interested

    • @JohnnyGuitaristOfficial
      @JohnnyGuitaristOfficial 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Right? That snare has that ear satisfying pop to it.

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Here's more of this snare!
      th-cam.com/video/At2EytgsweE/w-d-xo.html

  • @tysonkerda9312
    @tysonkerda9312 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That is such a good sound for only two microphones. Just WOW 🤯

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! It was really accidental, too! I never thought anyone outside of my few friends would ever see this video, and then it went viral. Lol

  • @toddglacy1161
    @toddglacy1161 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Sounds impressive with the added reverb!

  • @louisdimov8956
    @louisdimov8956 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    SOOOOO YESTERDAY MAN 😂😂 MOOVE ON !!!! SOUNDS SO SICK ! TRY IT ON YOUR NEXT AUDITION!!LOL

  • @lincolnmmitchell
    @lincolnmmitchell 3 ปีที่แล้ว +553

    Roto toms yes, but good lord that snare is killin' man!

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      Cheapest drum I own, too! Lol

    • @lincolnmmitchell
      @lincolnmmitchell 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@Randy_Servello well, inquiring minds want to know. What drum and what mics?

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      @@lincolnmmitchell 6.5x13 Ludwig Supralite. Only 2 mics used. AKG D112 on the kick and a really cheap Peavey condenser mic placed overhead to catch all the other drums.

    • @JorgeLopez-po2xe
      @JorgeLopez-po2xe 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      👋 where did you get it,,,

    • @JorgeLopez-po2xe
      @JorgeLopez-po2xe 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Nice send me the inf if you can plzz

  • @petercriscuolo3140
    @petercriscuolo3140 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love Those Sounds & Your Playing.

  • @rayphillips5436
    @rayphillips5436 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Finally a share tuned right where you actually hear the wires instead of it sounding like a different wood block 👍🏻

    • @chiragkswamy6170
      @chiragkswamy6170 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      th-cam.com/video/lgTJwzCf6PU/w-d-xo.html

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Here's more of that snare!
      th-cam.com/video/At2EytgsweE/w-d-xo.html

  • @drumscape9241
    @drumscape9241 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I got the set of 3 for Christmas one year. Def. good for a jam band, or reggae band. Maybe fusion too. Very cool video Mr. S. Oh lay into a nasty beat @1:03.

  • @Gotadrumkit
    @Gotadrumkit 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Had a complete set of rototoms in the eighties. Great in studio but tricky to use on stage. A nightmare for the sound engineer. You need one mic for each rototom with a sound gate effect, otherwise there’s too much spillage as the output is much lower than ordinary toms.

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yeah, I don't think using one overhead mic like I did in this video would work on stage

    • @superkillrobot
      @superkillrobot 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They are amazing with triggers. But also close mics have gotten so much better… these need to make a come back. I still have my dad’s they are amazing and adding some triggers makes them even more versatile!

  • @Watchdoc65
    @Watchdoc65 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So cool! I think I caught a “groove” within from that tune “there’s something goin on”? Rock on man!

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Interesting reference. I was actually playing In The Air Tonight. But, that song and Something Going On both have the same groove and both were played by Phil Collins!

  • @yikenscot
    @yikenscot 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Reason I'm selling is no space and I'll never use them again, don't know about shipping but I imagine it would cost a lot because of the weight.

  • @yashkummar
    @yashkummar 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh man sounds great! Love to play them. Thanks for sharing.

  • @Incountry
    @Incountry 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Only demo I’ve seen where someone got the bass between toms on ITAT by PC.......

    • @TempoDrift1480
      @TempoDrift1480 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah nobody ever does that right. Even in the tutorial videos. I think maybe a couple of younger ladies got it but not many.

    • @Incountry
      @Incountry 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wizzle
      You have a nice Wizzle now....😉

  • @rudeboyjohn
    @rudeboyjohn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Duuuuude! Love this! Those things sound awesome as well as your playing. Killer!

  • @Tiagogalvao007
    @Tiagogalvao007 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Por gentileza , que modelo é esse ? Isso é incrível .. afina ao girar , se alguém souber comenta aqui fazendo favor !

    • @viniciussuguri6953
      @viniciussuguri6953 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Isso é o Rototom da Remo! Tem de todos os tamanhos... Infelizmente não é algo que chega no brasil com tanta frequência :(

  • @richardsouceyjr5244
    @richardsouceyjr5244 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    the sound in this video is nothing short of AMAZING!!!!!!!!!

  • @scottyg5403
    @scottyg5403 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Sounds freaking excellent! All the drums and the drumming! Cool 😎

  • @johnathan.jerusik
    @johnathan.jerusik 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    If im not mistaken, I believe the drummer of Baroness on the album Purple, used roto toms on a few songs as his normal toms and it sounds killer!

  • @gigibarrows948
    @gigibarrows948 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    My snare cuts through like a knife real clear and crisp. Love the set up.

  • @MrRLRRLL
    @MrRLRRLL 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love the snare....sounds awesome !

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Here's more snare!
      th-cam.com/video/At2EytgsweE/w-d-xo.html

  • @NoahFaulkner
    @NoahFaulkner 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    So much talent!!! Fantastic playing, man!!!!

  • @timothyweiss619
    @timothyweiss619 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I had the 6" 8" 10" and really liked them a lot. Great drums at a reasonable price point.

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  15 วันที่ผ่านมา

      That was what I started with! Relatively inexpensive add on to let me copy Neil Peart back in the 80's. 😂

  • @lilcandsally3943
    @lilcandsally3943 3 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    I wish regular toms were that easy to tune

    • @onerandombruh
      @onerandombruh 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It seems they're not that easy to tune considering this dude had to try it several times before being comfortable with the sound...

    • @gabrielhung400
      @gabrielhung400 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@onerandombruh easier than turning each tuning peg lol

    • @sergeantspam51
      @sergeantspam51 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      lol yeah

    • @sergeantspam51
      @sergeantspam51 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@gabrielhung400 true

  • @rotoconversions2400
    @rotoconversions2400 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I patented a pitch changing shell-less snare drum to work perfectly with your set up!

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I want to check this out! Do you use Facebook messenger?

  • @steelstrings4
    @steelstrings4 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    So it would seem that everyone would like a follow-up video on how you tune, tape (if you do), and eq your snare. 😊

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I'll do one on that. I'll tell you, though, there's no muffling or tape on that snare. None.

    • @ruimsilva95
      @ruimsilva95 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Please do! I really like your sound!

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Here's more of the snare drum!
      th-cam.com/video/At2EytgsweE/w-d-xo.html

  • @TECHASKI1
    @TECHASKI1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I used them from 1979 till 1981. This time I use an 8", 10", 12" and 14" Rototom. The sound wonderfull.

  • @smoothforreal4242
    @smoothforreal4242 3 ปีที่แล้ว +84

    The Toms look and sound great but that snare and hit hat sound crisp as shit

    • @HanDrumsolo
      @HanDrumsolo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      came here to say the same. snare sounds great in that room!

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Here's more of the snare!
      th-cam.com/video/At2EytgsweE/w-d-xo.html

    • @LeoFuck
      @LeoFuck 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It xwoting diben owonyu

    • @LeoFuck
      @LeoFuck 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Goblik

    • @LeoFuck
      @LeoFuck 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Eertyudiis btyiuomandris haypi veerrtyuikdA j

  • @thedcbroker7264
    @thedcbroker7264 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love rotos !! When mikes they are awesome!!

  • @jesusvivian5279
    @jesusvivian5279 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Wow that brick wall sounds sick on mid highs.

  • @kevingutierrez323
    @kevingutierrez323 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the way those hi hats sound

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! Those are the Symbolic series by Saluda Cymbals!

  • @jumpinjojo
    @jumpinjojo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    This is what Terri Bozzio used for his Missing Person's kit.

    • @sarasarah1810
      @sarasarah1810 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      THEN HE WENT BODMIN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! And well Bob's your uncle.

    • @B-a-t-m-a-n
      @B-a-t-m-a-n 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I had the good fortune to buy some of his used stands, roto-toms, and a couple of cymbals and the bad judgment to sell them.

    • @chadjensen48
      @chadjensen48 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      and with Zappa and UK before that

  • @davidmouat-cortes4889
    @davidmouat-cortes4889 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    "You might know this one"
    I sure do! Sick sound, man!

  • @glengamble526
    @glengamble526 3 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    I had a full set of roto-toms in every size available. 6” to 16”. Left them at an ex band mates house and they ‘disappeared’ when he and his wife spilt.

  • @drummingm
    @drummingm 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’ve used a 6 in and a10 in with my acoustic kit for 40 years , it adds a lot of high energy power to many songs across all genres, in a ballad they can sing a sweet note adding to the sweetness of ballad playing, in funky music it can give a sound that makes listeners think there may be a timbale somewhere! I recommend to any drummer to get some and experiment ! Play on fellow drummers !

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Very cool ideas!

    • @ventolen
      @ventolen 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      What's the name of the band ??

    • @IsraelStephen7
      @IsraelStephen7 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      th-cam.com/video/GSNpzmuiygQ/w-d-xo.html

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ventolen which band?

    • @ventolen
      @ventolen 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Randy_Servello you say you've been playing for 40 yrs, I'm sure you've gotten out there and made some money at it ? I worked out on the road, spent every Friday and Saturday night for 5 yrs entertaining ppl.. there are TH-cam videos out there.. we had to record them in VHS, that's how far back... But they are there..

  • @ChickenSagittarius
    @ChickenSagittarius 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Always come back to this video and they just sound phenomenal

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Awww, yeah! Thank you!

  • @jeffryseitz9699
    @jeffryseitz9699 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Nick Mason of Pink Floyd used them on the beginning of the song Time on the Dark side of the moon album.

  • @acknowledgesleeping3981
    @acknowledgesleeping3981 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice your content differently and mind blowing your confidence and style never give up in uploading more videos we are here supporting you.👍👌

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow! Thank you for the kind words! It's truly appreciated!

  • @GumballsAmazingWorld
    @GumballsAmazingWorld 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Sounds like the intro to Time by Pink Floyd.

  • @MZMBOTU
    @MZMBOTU 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    SOUNDS GREAT! FANTASTIC DEMO!

  • @michaelsmilek2404
    @michaelsmilek2404 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    They Sound Great! Time For A Roto Tom Comback👍🏻

  • @joshuaschmidinger3993
    @joshuaschmidinger3993 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Sounds great, solid playing and I appreciate your phil collins love 😎👍👏

  • @petersonalkintor4266
    @petersonalkintor4266 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I've had this same exact concept in my mind for at least a yr and but I own way too much drums to attempt to look....exact sizes too...damn

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yeah, I have a lot of stuff, too. I ended up selling these right after I made this video. I kinda wish I would've kept them now. 😕

    • @petersonalkintor4266
      @petersonalkintor4266 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Randy_Servello good cause I was gonna ask if u wanted yo sell them....lol....I have a Brady kit, 3 pearl monster kits and still I'm hunting for drums....nuts..thanks for replying...keep drumming

    • @edwardkimlee1265
      @edwardkimlee1265 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@petersonalkintor4266 Hi dear, how are you doing today I hope everything is going absolutely perfect with you?

    • @harounamohamed6808
      @harounamohamed6808 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Affiché

  • @hdrjunkie
    @hdrjunkie 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I always wanted the set of octabons... those were cool!

    • @tayloralexander5652
      @tayloralexander5652 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      yessss, my dream kit im saving for has a 4 pack of octobons and 3 rototoms to my left. I just love the sound

    • @hdrjunkie
      @hdrjunkie 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@tayloralexander5652 yep! Years ago I had two old Ludwig clear “Vista lite” concert times, 8” and 10” and they sounded awesome and they were loud as f***!

  • @cademandrums2586
    @cademandrums2586 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I was waiting for the phill Collins in the air tonight hell yea!🤘🏼🙌🏼🔥

    • @daonfpe
      @daonfpe 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Personally I was anticipating a demonstration of Los Endos & Eleventh Earl Of Mar!
      “There’s a lady standing in the sun! Please take me back home!”

  • @sathwikshankar6372
    @sathwikshankar6372 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Came for the roto toms, but that snare stole my heart! Oh lord!

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      More of that snare? Here ya go!
      th-cam.com/video/At2EytgsweE/w-d-xo.html

  • @davebumcracker7278
    @davebumcracker7278 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Very nice sound clear 👍👍👍

  • @alanlucas501
    @alanlucas501 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Finally, someone else that plays the same as me. Left hand on the hi hats.👍🏻😊

    • @Randy_Servello
      @Randy_Servello  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I go back and forth all the time. It really frees you up to play cool melodic tom stuff!

    • @alanlucas501
      @alanlucas501 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Randy_Servello I concur. 👍🏻😊