Gretsch Bop Shootout: Broadkaster vs. Brooklyn vs. USA Custom (Part 2 of 4)

Have you ever wanted to know the differences between a @gretschdrumsusa USA Custom, Broadkaster, and Brooklyn? So did we! This is PART 2 of our 4-part shootout of Gretsch USA Drum Sets! Part 3: Rock Kits coming soon!

Links to Purchase Drums:

Gretsch Broadkaster 4pc Drum Set 18/12/14/14 Satin Antique Maple w/Mount

Gretsch Brooklyn 4pc Drum Set 18/12/14/14 Satin Antique Maple w/Mount

Gretsch USA Custom 4pc Drum Set 18/12/14/14 Satin Antique Maple w/Mount

Links to Purchase Cymbals:

Istanbul Agop Signature Hi Hat Cymbals 15"

Istanbul Agop Signature Ride Cymbal 23"

Istanbul Agop 30th Anniversary Ride Cymbal 22"

Heads used:
Tom/Snare Tops: Remo Coated Ambassadors
Tom Bottoms: Remo Clear Ambassadors
Snare Bottom: Remo Hazy Ambassador
Bass Drum: Remo Powerstroke 3 Coated / Coated Ambassador Reso

TuneBot Settings:
12” - Batter: B3 Reso: D4
14” - Batter: G#3 Reso: G#3
18” - Batter: A2 Reso: D3
SD - Batter: E4 Reso: E3

Microphones Used:
Kick - Audix D6 & Shure KSM32
Snare - Telefunken m80
Overheads - Earthworks SR25
Mono Room - Shure KSM32
Room Mics - Earthworks QTC30

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[rhythmista]

You guys are now officially the best channel for demoing drums. You've even surpassed the pioneers of this, Memphis drum shop !
Good on you guys !👍Oh yeah, Broadcaster sounded the best to my ears. But what do I know?
I'm a Sonor guy 😁

[CrazyUncleDom]

Y’all deserve so many more viewers as these are some of the best, most informative videos on youtube. keep up the great work!

[hansheld]

would have never thought, love the brooklyn the most!

[markwhittenberg]

These videos are great. I only wish you had added the Renown series. I think people would be shocked how well they hold up in comparison.

[DrumsJulz]

Is it just me or the Brooklyns sound really better?
Really surprising results.
Great video!
Cheers from Brasil!

[LiberalTimeBomb]

That hi-hat is chipping away at my heart! ❤️

[johndiraimo]

The U.S.A.'s .... my favourite. They are so articulate and beefy. Beautiful drums.

[TimBatkin]

I can’t believe I’ve watched this fantastic entire series, over and over again, and never noticed the RUSH flight case with, (I’m guessing Bubba’s) snare drums. That is an interesting story you ought to tell. I received a post card from Neil when I was a young man.

[TheMASDrummer]

Got my Brooklyn bop kit last week and very very happy

[snareaddict]

To my surprise, I’m diggin the Broadkasters.

[Monsterdrumma]

USA customs are just music to my ears, the perfect drum ever made to me that is why I own 2 sets of them! All of them are awesome though Gretsch never fails!

[drumcenternh]

Thanks for watching, and supporting our channel! Please spread the word if you enjoy our content so that we can continue to bring you more videos like these!

[davidsuprenant]

Thanks again DCP you guys KNOCKED it out of the park .

[cfusilier]

Just picked up a Catlina Club, and hope to get it setup soon. I know it’s not the same as these kits, but this video has me so excited. Amazing drumming here, too.

[Brewkowsky]

Thanks for sharing the Tune-bot settings used here. I’ve been trying to find the right tuning for a bop range on my Gretsch Renown set and these notes completely opened my 12” and 14” tons up!

[purgie]

Amazing kits, amazing playing Mike. Very nice video.. Thanks

[jcw]

DCP cranking out the best videos in the biz so that we can make informed decisions, get our personal demo lists made, and choose the products that best fit our needs. Whether people realize it or not, that's an incredibly helpful level of customer service, even for those drummers who have not yet purchased from this A+ drum shop! In the past two weeks, members of my drum forum have purchased high end kits from Shane and the lads, and both customers were absolutely thrilled with the products, service, and delivery times. And, we got to enjoy some beautiful photos!
Today's winner: Broadkaster. Those thin shells sans re-rings were born to play in those sizes and tunings; everything you want a bop kit to sound like!
Grateful to you guys as always, and thanks for another winner!
-J.

[imschleep]

Nice video. Channel is totally underrated and needs more views

[boomerguy]

Wonderful videos, but I really would like to have seen the bearing edges and a picture or description of a "scarf joint".

What the heck is a "reverse-round-over", what is its degree and what is its history?


Exactly what is the interior "silver sealer"?

All of the videos and ads act like I should already know these things. Please help.

[randyporter]

Well, I quickly thought the Broadcaster was the choice, but much to my surprise, the Brooklyn sound even better (to me). I realize that so many variables influence the sound quality, but with this setup, the more affordable Brooklyn gets my vote and at a cost savings ! Great video guys, as always. Thank you !