The Boxmasters
About
Paiste Artist Since
February 2026
Nationality
United States
Main Affiliations
The Boxmasters
Blind Melon
Other Affiliations
Brother and the Hayes
Runner Of the Woods
„I play a full Paiste setup and continue to expand it as my career grows, inspired by legends like Jeff Porcaro, Steve Jordan, and John Bonham, whose association with the brand deeply shaped my musical path. Beyond the legacy, Paiste offers unmatched consistency, articulation, and clarity, giving me complete confidence in any live or studio setting.“
Setup
Biography
Nick Davidson is a professional and touring drummer known for his powerful feel, versatility, and musical approach behind the kit. Based in Nashville, he has performed across a wide range of genres, bringing consistency, taste, and energy to both live and studio settings. His playing blends technical control with feel-driven groove, making him a reliable and dynamic asset in any musical environment.
Setup Cymbals
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Details
Sizes: 20", 22", 24"
Volume: Medium
Weight: Medium
Sound character: Full, rich, fairly bright, solid. Medium range, clean mix. Controlled and even feel. Very nice and sparkling stick sound supported by a breathy layer of wash. Perfectly balanced. A dynamic all around cymbal for many musical styles played at moderate level.
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Details
Sizes: 14", 15"
Volume: Medium
Weight: Medium
Sound character: Rich, warm, lush, deep. Wide range, complex mix. Giving and responsive feel. Broad, warm open sound. Compact, lush chick sound. Extremely versatile hi-hat, perfectly suited for dynamic, articulated playing in a wide range of styles. “They are just chunky enough, but not overpowering. They are a little more chocolaty than the classic 602s”, describes Vinnie Colaiuta.
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Details
Sizes: 16", 17", 18", 19"
Volume: Medium
Weight: Light
Sound character: Dark body, full frequency spectrum, brilliant highs. Very wide range, complex, pleasing musical mix. Immediate, sensitive response, strong attack, controllable spread, even, layered fade. This crash combines silky, soft qualities with energy and projection for an incredibly versatile application range. Also extremely well suited as suspended cymbals and for mallet rolls.
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