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 Kits
Ayotte Custom:
10 x 9” Tom
12 x 10” Tom
15 x 13” Floor Tom
22 x 16” Bass Drum
Vintage Animal Custom:
12 x 8” Tom
16 x 16” Floor Tom
20 x 14” Bass Drum
Snare Drums
14 x 5” Animal Custom
14 x 5.5” Ayotte Custom
14 x 6.5” Carlton King Brass
14 x 6.5” WM Vintage Classic Custom
14 x 8” Slingerland Radio King
14 x 5” Joe Montineri Custom
14 x 5.5” Joe Montineri Custom
12 x 5.5” Joe Montineri Custom
10 x 2” Sonor Jungle
Microphones:
Blue Dragonfly (stereo pair)
Blue Bottle
Audio Technica ATM 230 (x3)
Audio Technica ATM 250
Audio Technica 4033
Audix i5 (x2)
AKG D112
Rode NT5 (stereo pair)
Other
Logic Pro X
Paiste Cymbals
A wide variety of hand percussion