Customer Testimonials

First of all I would like to say I'm very happy with my purchase. ... we won a battle of the bands and played on a larger stage... the sound guys at both stages said the drums sounded amazing. Thanks Again, Steve Couch    

Hey Dave, Sorry this has taken so long to write and say thanks for the Grand Prize. But between the daytime gig and music I have been outrageously busy.  My Kameleon Kolors set is awesome. She is beautiful and SOUNDS FANTASTIC!!! My bass player loved the color so much he went out and got his bass done the same way.  I cannot get over the way she resonates. I use her on my smaller Blues and Jazz shows and her tone is like Ella Fitzgerald...smooth and punchy. I have named her Jasmine because of her exotic look and intoxicating sounds. At First Gwenivere was jealous but now she is fine! She knows I will not leave her long. Jasmine and Gwen both say hi and that all is going well..they keep asking me when I am going to fly Duke home.(their brother)..LOL. The new Duke 7 is MIGHTY appealing...HB Drums are like an addiction...take care and again thanks so much for your awesome product and outstanding service. Kevin Ratermann

p.s. here is a quote for ya'..our slide player in our southern rock band loves the way gwen sounds...he say's he has heard all the name brands..and that "HB Drums are the drums guitar players prefer" I was like hey how bout the drummer....? He was like Gwen...Kevin....Gwen.....Kevin....

Hey guys, i just wanted to say that i think HB Drums is one of the best companies i have encountered. i live in florida, and i found out about HB through my friend who lives in cali. he told me that buying from you guys would save me money and give me a set that would make my dreams come true, and well after concideration i bought my HB Preadator 11 piece drumset, and man do i LOVE it. i now have it complete with 11 cymbals on a rack. its looks HUGE and VERY NICE. what most impressed me about HB is the quality of the set. greatest quality! Thank You HB for making my dreams come true i will try to send some pictures of my beauty. From: Mike

Simply....... HB Drums ROCK! I have been playing now for about 15 years off and on. And have had several kits. Pearl export was my last. These drums are very comparable. The overall quality and sound is awsome! I have been searching for the best fit for my needs. HB wins!!! I currently play drums for a contemporary Christian Church, and we are now building a new facility to accomodate 800+ people. When it is time to place a new drum kit into the line-up, HB is hands down my choice!!Oh yeah....the customer service rocks too!! you guys really took care of me! thanks :o) Benjamin

39 years of playing, both professionally and for my own enjoyment has, for better or worse, made me extremely picky when it comes to my instruments. About six months ago I purchased what ended up becoming a 13 piece Predator set. After some initial bumps (as Dave will attest) things began to smooth out and I can honestly say, my HBs are the best drums I ever played. Notice I didn't say "best value" or "good for the price" they are simply great! Sure, the set needed tweaking, but ultimately all sets do. No set is perfect out of the box unless you are big on compromise. I'm not. In retrospect, I wish I'd have gone for the Elite, but only for appearance, I can't imagine them sounding better. These drums are monsters. with killer tone, projection and even muted for studio work they are bright and musical. The key, I believe, is the shells, they are truly quality components that given the proper TLC can produce professional results at a unbelievable price point. When I gig with them, drum snobs snicker as I set them up, they're not the big name drums plastered all over the pages of "Drum" or Modern Drummer, you don't see them at the chain music stores. But after the first set, the "snobs" are all over me with "Where did you get those" or "How come I never heard of HB" now I'm the one snickering. Mike - Dave M - You're a true aficionado in the art of percussion ,...HB bows to your life long journey of drumming, congratulations Mike!  

Hey folks, I gotta tell ya these are the best! I ordered my drums and within a week they were in my house set up and getting played. I couldn't wait till the other 2 toms make it too send you a couple of pics of me and my new set. They sound incredible and look like a very high priced set, what a great buy! I can't wait for my friends to see this set up. Thanks So Much for the GREAT SET!!  Mark

I have been playing drums since the seventh grade, (some time ago). In the early 70's I picked up a nice set of new Slingerland drums. I still have the set. Rock was my favorite sound and many bands later the drums are used in our Church now, they still sound great! I seen the HB drums first on ebay. I liked what I read and seen. Solid birch with lacquer finish! It got my attention. I have been wanting another set for the house and studio, so I bought a Predator Elite set in Rip Tide Red. Didn't take long to get them and set them up. These drums sound great! Deep rich sound, clear and they hold there pitch. Soon after playing them I got on the phone and ordered a 14 inch tom and tom stand. (Can't have to many drums I always say). The finish was the same and the sound was great. My two son's are playing the drums also. Zachary Kite age 13 and Joshua Kite age 11. They wanted me to bring the drums home from Church so we could play them more often. I believe Investing in this set of HB's was a great idea. Now the thing is, these look and sound so good I think we'll have to take these to Church and liven up the morning worship service! yeah!!!  Thanks. RIK.

the drumset i have is awesome. the 13"hats, 10"splash, 13"crash, and 15" crash are amazing. I
was really sceptical about buying a drumset online. One that I hadn't played, but i'm glad that i did.This set sounds way better than my old Yamaha set that cost twice as much. Aaron

I purchased the set in early December '04 and we love. Great set for a great price. Keep up the good work. Roger

Five months ago I stumbled onto the HB website and buying my drums from you was probably one of the best decisions I've made so far, second to switching to drums from guitar. I remember the day it arrived. I had just come home from school and there were these two huge boxes in the middle of my living room. I immediately began to assemble it. And from the moment I laid my drumstick on those clear HB heads, I haven't taken them off (the sticks nor the heads). It took me a while to tune them to my liking but I tuned them and they sound just as good, if not better, than any other drum set out there. I still have the HB heads on all the toms, except the 10" which I hit too hard. Off the bat, the appearance is great. At shows, people complimented me on their shine in the light, surprised it wasn't a thousand-dollar drum set they had foolishly wasted money on. Second of all, the tone is great. Every time I hit the floor tom together with the toms, I feel I'm hitting African Djembes, so full of power and attack. And lastly, I love the confidence it has given me the times I've stepped onto a stage, knowing that as long as my arms don't fall off, they won't give up. I hope this doesn't sound too melodramatic but I honestly love my HB drum set. Thank You. Jose ----Dave M - We're overwhelmed with your review Jose and thank you from the bottom of our hearts !

Just wanted to let you know that I jsut recieved the new snare and put it to the test in the studion last night. What a great snare for the money! Real rich and dry, great sensitivity. Thanks for making a great product! - Tony

I can only say that buying my Timbale drums from HB has been one of the best investment I have done so far. Not only do they look good, They were also cheap and the sounds its amazing. Eric

I have had a great time with your drums. They are very responsive and sound great. Thanks, Ty

My HB drumset is awesome! I have two toms, one floor tom, a ride cymbal, a high-hat cymbal, a bass drum and a snare drum. The toms are easy to hit and to adjust. They also have a nice, full sound. The snare is tight, and the bass has a powerful thumping beat. The ride has a very good metallic sound on the bell, the rim, and the bow.  I'm 11 years old and this drum set is perfect for me. I have only been playing for 2 months, but I sound great, thanks to HB. My dad told me it cost $300, but it sounds as if it cost $3,000.  Matthew - ....Dave Moody- hey Matt, I bet you give your teacher an apple:)  Flattery will get you everywhere with HB...remind us to give you something on your next order, ...Oh, I almost forgot to mention that we think you are probably the smartest kid in your class (using HB Drums is also clinically proven to raise grades) ...thanksMatt!

I bought this HB kit for my 9 year old son. He loves it. The finish is nice and the drums sound great. My son Jake has learned some basic 4/4 rock beats and can now jam with me on 80's metal tunes and classic rock tunes. His chops are improving everyday and his meter is right on.  Thanks HB for providing a quality product which was priced low enough so that I could get my son involved in music on the instrument of his choice.  Al &Jake

Hey, I just wanted to start off by saying that you guys are the most outrageously awesome company on this planet.. It may sound weird but you are one of my biggest inspirations for what I do..... I cant tell you how much I talk about you at school.. To get to the point you ROCK, Brian...Thanks Brian, how much do we owe you:)...please don't receive a detention for talking about HB during class, thanks!

no question...just positive feedback here. This is an unbelievable set for an even more unbelievable price guys!! hb predator 12 elite

Let me introduce you to Gwenivere. She is a blonde beauty that takes care of me EVERYTIME I play. She has not let me down one time and we are always on the go. She has traveled with me all over the Carolina's, Georgia, Maryland and Florida. She is the envy of every other drummer's eye.  They cannot believe the sound that she gives me. We play all styles of music together with several groups...jazz, rock , southern rock, country, blues....and she loves them all. And let me tell you her hardware is hot!!! She has not had one breakdown and not one slip...SHE is Awesome and her skin is smooth and shiny when the lights hit her on stage her pacific white skin shimmers. Once we start to play she becomes quite the dance. The rhythms and sounds keep the floor moving all night long. Oh yea there are drums out there from the ritzy section of town...but Gwenivere crushes them all. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE her and would not trade her ever for higher priced model. SHE ROCKS PERIOD..and I need to thank the folks at HB who introduced me to her. If it had not been for their high standard of service and willingness to answer even the most mundane questions Gwenivere and I would have probably never hooked up...I mean after all it was a blind date...and going on a blind date is risky...Thanks folks for bringing Gwenivere and I together..she told me to tell you hi and that she loves her new home. Kevin R        HB Drums:  Kevin is the boyfriend of HB Pacific Coast White Predator and drum Goddess,  Gwenivere...Congratulations Kevin, You look great as a couple!

Jon LOVES his new drum set and told us to send you a big "Thank you!". He's been bangin' away for a little over a year now and has actually become quite the talented musician. We'll let you know when he reaches "stardom". m&k

...By the way, the drums are awesome! DW

2-11-05 I received my new drum set it was awesome! Thank you for a great product. ...thank you again for your quality product your shipping timeliness and all your assistance so far. MS

It has been about a year since I bought my 5 piece sea foam green kit from you.  They are still sounding great!I have started playing at the Opry here in Amarillo,Tx,at the Big Texan steakhouse on tuesday nights.I am playing the bass and the drums.  I'm using the 16" floor tom as an upright kick, with the HB pedal turned around, and I'm using the matching snare,vertically mounted, with a ludwig pedal.  I'm playing a Danelectro 58 ri Longhorn Bass.The cocktail style setup on the 16 comes in handy for songs like "The Twist".When we do a break in the song,I grab a stick and play the floor tom.  I have played this kit quite a bit in the last year,and it doesn't matter if it's two,or five pieces they have given me the sound I want.  Thanks Dave. You Da Man! Billy Hughes

I would just like to thank you guys for making such an amazing set, it sounds incredible and was way over what i expected for how much i paid for. I bought the 12 piece predator elite series, and ordered the brass snare (black), making it a 13 piece. I have never had so much fun playing the drums ever in my life, sounds like a mapex. This was one of the best buys i have ever made. Eric S

we got the new drums put together and tuned. they sound great and they're a great value for the money! i'd recommend these drums to anyone! thanks! Mark Hughes (hbpredator7)

Well what can I say...the drums not only look awesome but sound great. The delivery was just on time as promised and thank the drum gods. I received my new 7 piece predator on Wednesday and had my first rehearsal with my new band on Friday. All the band members could say is that the set sounded as good as it looked and trust me the finished product is a nice dance. Enough about the quality. The service should be the model for every music company in the business. It pained me to walk in the local store here to pick up a few things and basically be ignored after being treated so importantly by Dave and his staff. I would and will praise your company to all of my friends. Sincere Regards Kevin Ratermann (customer forever)

I am addicted to your drums. You should have a caution sign on your website "Caution: users of these drums may find it hard to go to work, spend time with their family, and concentrate on anything else in general!" Jeremy J

The drums sounded great on the recording-
Gary Oppert

Hey, got the drum set. It's amazing!
You have fast shipping and great service and an amazing product for the buck.
(froggiebear HB Predator 11 PC Double Bass Set)

Can't Beat The Price, Quality Or Service ! People Of Their Word ! Thanks !

I just wanted to let you know that I am very pleased with the HP Predator 9 Piece Drum Kit.
Excellent Color, Great Looking Hardware. It just looks amazingly Awesome now that it is completely setup.
Your service was very professional, very polite, Nooooo hassles....
I do/will recommend your establishment (SurfCity Music) to any one here in my area who
is looking for a beautiful drum kit and at some very cool and unbelievable prices.
Thank you very much, David Craig,Albuquerque, New Mexico
I rec'd my drumset today... Thanx!!! it is great!!! Predator 7 (Wild Bill)

I recently ordered your 8" & 10" and 14" & 15" Tom sets, and I wanted to tell you I am very happy with them. First, you were able to ship them to me on Monday even though I called late in the day, and this meant that I was able to receive them before the weekend. I'm also very happy with the quality of the toms and the hardware, especially the stands which are fantastic! I was extremely pleased to see the stands you sent are the same as the stands with your three-tom sets. While having one type of stand for both types of sets is probably easier for you, I have to tell you that having a stand with a third mount (for another tom, or cymbal, or whatever!) is GREAT! You really should advertise the third mount with your two-tom sets. As you know, clamps and hardware are very/too expensive and having that extra mount/clamp is just so GREAT! (Dave H)
GREAT SET OF DRUMS THANKS AAA (Chase)
Wonderful Drums!! ....Fast Delivery!! Thanks (Kelly)
BUY FROM SURF CITY. THESE PEOPLE STAND BEHIND THEIR EXC. PRODUCTS 110%- (Don)
fast shipping, very helpful, son loves the drums! (pdwack)
Nice drums! I couldn't find a better value or nicer folks to do business with! (mumzer)
excellent drums..great shipping..friendly people to deal with..recommended.thanx (Mr. Gennessee)
Great seller and Great drums; arrived exactly when they said it would (nate fletch)
my daughter LOVES her new drums, fast transaction, THANKS (a.seeker)
great drumset, 5 times less than name brand, look out another drummer loose ;)
Awesome drums, exactly as described, great commnication and fast shipping
EXTRAORDINAY SERVICE, DRUM SET & SHIPPING!
The most fun I've ever had with my clothes on! buy this drum kit, you will love it!!
Fantastic Drum Set !!!! Incredible Price Beautiful sound ..Pro all the way !!!
califcpl-NICE DRUMS ----- FAST SHIPPING
Son loves the drums. Arrived in great shape (sputz)
big drums, small price, good shipper (nikogeorgiadis)
great drums and great service!!!! These guys care! (baquilina)
great set thanks again (a-1tracto)
Cymbals worth the price. Quick delivery (dunkenmike)
HB is THE BEST!! Great deal, arrived SO FAST too ( psychtaygar)
Quick Shipment!! Highly Recommend!!Great Item!! (simpleminded530)
Fantastic!!! Great Drums Good heads nice hardware (ezmny1)
Good Drums A++++ (beckyintenn)
AMAZING KIT!!! GREAT SERVICE, FAST, FAST (froggiebear)
Shipped fast, toms sound great (clynnrhoades)
ABSOLUTELY AWESOME!!! (2jaws95)
Best Price !!! VERY cool people to deal with. Very helpfull !!! (ek000)
very good seller and drums are first rate AAA (holycrap2003)
Awesome kit! Great seller! Fast shipment!! Thanks!! (letloverule831)