SONOR Vintage Series Drum Set: In the Studio with Nir Z

SONOR Drums met up with Nir Z - the world-famous session drummer who you’ve heard play with John Mayer, Jason Mraz and Chris Cornell - and had him put the SONOR Vintage Series through its paces over two days. From rock to jazz to fusion, Nir tore through song after song and tuning after tuning. Here’s what Nir has to say.

Regarding the versatility of Vintage Series SONOR Drums: “I’ve been using those drums playing sessions, probably 80% of my sessions I’m playing Vintage Series. There is something about the Vintage, it doesn’t matter what kind of drumhead I’m using, I’m getting the sound I need for that particular project. That’s something that’s very unique...that’s a big achievement in my opinion.”
Regarding the sound of Vintage Series SONOR Drums: “You're gonna find a whole new world and a whole new experience out there, because those drums allowed you to do so, because they sound amazing. Doesn’t matter how high low you tune or how low you tune them or what kind of drumheads you put on them, they just respond. And the response, the connection between the player and the instrument is the most important thing.”
Nir’s final thoughts: “If this is the only drum set that I have forever - the Vintage Series - I’m good to go.”

“Vice”
Written by Billy Campbell
Guitar - Billy Campbell

“Face-Plant”
Written by Stephen DeAcutis
Guitars & Bass - Stevie D
B3 - Mark Stein

“Starting Fire”
Written by Billy Campbell
Guitar - Billy Campbell