All the drummers I've talked to that play small gigs just take a 4-piece with them. Personally I want to have a large setup at any gigs I do. I know it takes more work and room to set up, but people notice you playing. Not trying to be arrogant or anything like that, but I just like to put on a show. I'm really entertained watching a great drummer play on a large kit, but for me it gets boring watching anybody on a 4-piece.
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