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Ferit Odman

Gretsch Artist Since: 
2012
Country: 
Istanbul
Band or Affiliations: 
Ferit Odman Quintet - TRT Big Band
Current Kit Setup: 

USA Custom – Purple Satin with Gold Hardware
8x12” Rack Tom, 14x14” Floor Tom, 14x18” Bass Drum, 6.5x14” Snare Drum

Broadkaster – Antique Pearl (Vintage Built)
8x12” Rack Tom, 14x14” Floor Tom, 14x18” Bass Drum, 5.5x14” Snare Drum

Influences: 

Art Blakey, Max Roach, Tony Williams, Elvin Jones, Roy Haynes, Philly Joe Jones

We asked...Why Gretsch?: 

"My interest in Gretsch drums started in a very early age by hearing my idols; Art Blakey, Max Roach, Tony Williams, Elvin Jones & Philly Joe Jones. They were all playing Gretsch Drums. The sound of the hard-bop drumming is definitely characterized by the Gretsch Company and I cannot think of any other drum company that can produce and project that true sound which is essential for my current projects."

Advice to Aspiring Musicians: 

"Do what you love and you’ll never work another day in your life."