Posted: 22 Mar 2003 7:47 am
David, ever checked out a really good drummer's throne like a Roc-n-Soc? IMO, they have loads of advantages over pack-type seats. First of all, they offer seat bases which are shaped, not flat, and very comfortable. The seat can be allowed to swivel or be locked. They are available with a three-legged base. If you find yourself on an uneven floor, a three-legged base remains stable while a four-legged seat can drive you crazy with the constant wobbling. Best of all, IMO, these thrones have a screw-adjustment base. We all have different length arms, legs and of course, different ideas of what feels "right". With a "steel" seat, you pick a height and you're stuck with it. On the other hand, the screw adjuster on a good throne allows you to play with the seat height and adjust it exactly to suit. An added plus, thrones are cheaper than many steel seats. With the extra money (am I crazy - they stopped printing "extra" money a long time ago 
) you can buy a case to carry your seat and extras - again, the right size case for you, not the case that comes along with the seat - and still come out bucks ahead.
) you can buy a case to carry your seat and extras - again, the right size case for you, not the case that comes along with the seat - and still come out bucks ahead.