Sweetwater’s Nick D’Virgilio is here to say drum racks get a bad rap! A rack setup is stealthy, sleek, and convenient. It not only saves floor space but also enhances opportunities for customization. Join Nick for a look at different rack types and manufacturers with examples from real touring drummers, including Nick’s own band Big Big Train. But most importantly, we’ve got a full walkthrough of Nick setting up a Gibraltar rack with detailed looks at each piece of necessary hardware. Want to optimize your kit? Check it out!
About Nick D'Virgilio
Sweetwater's Nick D'Virgilio is a world-renowned drummer/singer/songwriter who has played for such artists as Genesis, Peter Gabriel, and Tears For Fears, as well as Cirque Du Soleil's touring show, TOTEM. D'Virgilio has carved out a major presence in the progressive rock world with his former band, Spock's Beard, and with his current band, Big Big Train. At Sweetwater, Nick creates how-to content, demonstration videos, and product reviews, teaches music/pro audio classes, and serves as the first-call session drummer for Sweetwater Studios.
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