The Wild Things
About
Website
www.petewheelerdrums.com
Setup
Cymbals listed from left to right
15" Formula 602 Modern Essentials Hi-Hat
18" Formula 602 Modern Essentials Crash
22" Formula 602 Modern Essentials Ride
22" Masters Thin
Biography
Based in Maidstone,Kent in the UK, Pete began playing music at a young age, growing up around some of the country's top session musicians. Starting out on guitar, shortly followed by drums, Pete also plays various other instruments, but found his true passion behind the kit. Following years of experience performing on stages and at events around the world (including Glastonbury, Cambridge Folk Festival and The London Palladium to name a few), as well as appearing on various different recordings, Pete has established a strong reputation in the music world. Pete has just finished 3 years of touring with several shows for James Baker Productions including the company's flagship show Michael - Starring Ben, one of the world's leading Michael Jackson tribute shows. About to embark on a US tour with his band, The Wild Things, Pete is currently working on new music, rehearsals and generally getting ready alongside teaching and working with select students. Use the contact page to get in touch with Pete for bookings or for tuition.
Setup Cymbals
-
Details
Sizes: 20", 22", 24"
Volume: Medium
Weight: Medium
Sound character: Full, rich, warm, strong, deep, silvery. Wide range, complex mix. Responsive, even feel. Warm sparkling stick sound over a wide, deep wash. Fairly quick, strong crash sound. Extremely dynamic and lively ride cymbal, suitable for numerous musical styles.
- Sounds
-
Details
Sizes: 16", 17", 18", 19", 20", 22"
Volume: Medium
Weight: Medium
Sound character: Full, warm, brilliant, shimmering, deep. Fairly wide range, complex mix. Quick response, fairly soft feel. Rich, strong crash sound with open low end and shimmering highs. Very versatile, responsive crash cymbal suitable for numerous musical styles.
- Sounds
-
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.
- Sounds
-
Details
Sizes: 20", 22", 24"
Volume: Soft
Weight: Light
Sound character: Dark, soft, warm, deep. Medium wide range, complex mix. Buttery feel, very responsive. Fine stick sound with hints of silver and wood over a broad, low-pitched warm, deep, multilayered wash. Wide, warm, full crash sound. Very lively, controllable. Multifunctional cymbal for refined ride playing and swelling, deep crashes. Also well suited for mallet playing mallets.
- Sounds