Zach Dubay

Gretsch Artist Since: 2025

Country: US

Band or Affiliations: Candid Antics, The Verve Pipe

Current Kit Setup:
USA Custom in Purple Marine Pearl finish
7x10 RT, 8x12 RT, 14x14 FT, 16x20 BD,
6.5x14 USA Chrome over Brass snare drum

Influences:
"My biggest influences are Carter Beauford, Ron Bruner, Marcus Gilmore, Vinnie Colaiuta, Neil Peart, John Bonham, Matt Garstka, Thomas Pridgen, Philly Joe Jones, Stewart Copeland, and Maison Guidry.”

We asked...Why Gretsch?:
“I first got my Catalina maple kit when I was 16, and even from an import kit, the sound quality has been stand out and professional! Gretsch has the warmest tones, greatest finishes, and a deep history and knowledge of drum making that always ensures the highest quality instruments available. My new USA custom is BY FAR the best looking AND sounding kit I’ve ever played!”

Advice to aspiring musicians?:
“Practice, gig, practice, and play more gigs! The best experience will come from playing with musicians better than you, and never becoming comfortable. Always be willing to learn and grow!“

Bio:
Zach Dubay is a Michigan based drummer/educator performing with the Verve Pipe, as well as his original group Candid Antics. Performing full time since 2018, Zach’s experience also includes performing with former WGI marching ensemble Genesis Percussion, as well as Crossmen Drum & Bugle Corps.

Zach frequently plays in groups in a wide variety of styles from fusion, jazz, country, rock, folk, and bluegrass. As well as performing, he also teaches privately in person and online.