"...I'm glad that drums, at least for now, are more or less sounding like drums."
I couldn't agree more. I'm not saying that there's not a time and place for effects on drums, but to me there's nothing like the sound of good kit tuned well.
Don't sweat the petty things. And don't pet the sweaty things...................
RE: The Sound of Gated Drums...
not to mention played by a great drummer. A good drummer can get away with some crappy drums and still sound great. That's always key to me. Have a good drummer, you've got a great band.
Roger