Drum Gear & Endorsements
2025 SJC Legacy Series Custom
Nick’s 2025 SJC Legacy Custom kit is built to deliver modern punch with classic character. Featuring M5 maple toms and an M7 maple kick with sharp 45° edges, the setup (12″ rack, 16″ floor, 22″ kick, and a 6.5×14 BNoB snare) offers a tight, articulate response that records beautifully while still hitting hard on stage. The Ghost White Satin Stain with Aged White Pearl inlays and SJC Shield lugs gives it a clean, vintage-inspired aesthetic, complemented by chrome hardware on the kit and black nickel on the snare. Outfitted with a 3″ extended reso hoop, chop block, and the Randall May internal kick monorail system, this kit brings added control and consistency. Its overall voice: punchy, articulate, and studio-friendly—with the live power Nick is known for.
Soultone Cymbals - Custom Live & Studio Setup
A dynamic Soultone Cymbals setup designed for power, precision, and musical versatility — equally at home on stage or in the studio. Each cymbal delivers balanced tone, cutting presence, and expressive control across every dynamic.
Setup:
- 21” Extreme Ride
- 20” Classic Custom Ride
- 19” Extreme Crash
- 19” Classic Custom Brilliant Crash
- 18” Classic Custom Brilliant Crash
- 16” Explosion Brilliant China
- 14” Classic Custom Hi-Hats
- 10” Classic Custom Splash
A blend of dark complexity and brilliant attack, this collection captures Nick’s trademark mix of clarity, aggression, and feel — a true reflection of the Reckless sound.
Vater Percussion - Custom Fusion Wood Tip
For Nick, drumsticks are an extension of personality and performance — a connection point between intent and impact. His go-to choice is the Vater Percussion Fusion Wood Tip, customized with exclusive printed badges for each project he plays with, from Hidden In Plain View and The Dangerous Summer to Royden and beyond.
Blending the control of a 5A with the reach of a 5B, the Fusion Wood Tip provides the perfect balance of speed, articulation, and durability — ideal for the mix of finesse and force in Nick’s playing style. Its medium taper and responsive feel allow effortless transitions between dynamic studio takes and explosive live performances.
Precision-engineered and road-tested, Vater’s craftsmanship mirrors Nick’s philosophy: “Adapt. Adopt. Improve.” Each stick carries not just his name, but the story of the song, the stage, and the sound.
