James operates his own studio from which he records bespoke drum and percussion tracks for many bands, artists and producers. James’s gear changes from session to session. He uses a wide range of equipment so as to be able to achieve the right sound for the project. Below is a list of gear that he uses. If you are interested in using James on your music fill in the form on the CONTACT page or get in touch via social media. 
Drum KitsGretsch Round Badge (1960’s): 12 x 8” Tom 14 x 14" Floor Tom20 x 14” Bass DrumGretsch Stop Sign Badge (1970’s):12 x 8” Tom13 x 9” Tom 14 x 14” Floor Tom18 x 14” Bass Drum
Ayotte Custom (1990’s):10 x 9” Tom12 x 10” Tom15 x 13” Floor Tom22 x 16” Bass Drum
Snare Drums14 x 6.5” Carlton King Brass14 x 6.5” WM Vintage Classic14 x 5.5” Ayotte Custom14 x 8” Slingerland Radio King14 x 5.5” Gretsch 4157 Round Badge14 x 5” Joe Montineri Custom14 x 5.5” Joe Montineri Custom13 x 6.5" Noonan Fibreglass12 x 5.5” Joe Montineri Custom10 x 2” Sonor Jungle
OtherPaiste Cymbals“Old K” Zildjian CymbalsA wide variety of percussion