Dennis Chambers (born May 9, 1959) is an American drummer who has recorded and performed with John Scofield, George Duke,Brecker Brothers, Santana, Parliament/Funkadelic, John McLaughlin, Niacin, Mike Stern, CAB, Greg Howe, and many others. Despite a lack of formal training, Chambers has become well known among drummers for his technique and speed.[citation needed]Chambers is particularly regarded for his ability to play "in the pocket" but can also stretch very far out of the pocket which is also a hallmark of his technique.[citation needed] Chambers exhibits a powerful style that is technically proficient, yet highly musical and groove-oriented.[citation needed] He can play in a wide variety of musical genres, but is perhaps most notable for his jazz-fusion, funk, and Latin music playing. He is mostly known for his fast hands and triplets on the bass drum. He has helped many young drummers, the most prominent being Tony Royster, Jr.

In 2007, just before Led Zeppelin were scheduled to play at the O2 Arena in London, John Bonham's son Jason was asked in an interview that if he himself were to pass up the opportunity, which drummer would he recommend to fill the coveted drum throne. His reply was 'If I were to choose, I would probably want a jazz drummer with a strong swing feel. You know what - Dennis Chambers. I think he would "get it", whereas other rock drummers wouldn't.'

In an interview by Bonedo in 2011 Dennis Chambers was asked who some of his influences and favorite drummers were and he mentioned Clyde Stubblefield, Al Jackson Jr.,Steve Gadd, Vinnie Colaiuta, Gary Husband, Jack Dejohnette, Billy Cobham, Buddy Rich, Elvin Jones, Roy Haynes, and Tony Williams.

He performed on the critically acclaimed Maceo Parker live album "Roots and Grooves" album with long time friend Rodney "Skeet" Curtis (bass) and the WDR Big Band. He has toured extensively with Carlos Santana and makes appearances with his band Niacin.

He plays and endorses Pearl drums, pedals, hardware & racks, Zildjian cymbals, Zildjian drumsticks & general accessories and Evans drumheads.

Chambers began drumming at the age of four years, and was gigging in Baltimore-area nightclubs by the age of six. He was recruited in 1981 by the Sugar Hill Label to be their "house drummer." Dennis plays on many Sugar Hill releases .  In 1978 (at 18 years old) he joined Parliament/Funkadelic, and stayed with them until 1985. In 1986 he joined the John Scofield band. Since then he has played with most of the major figures in jazz fusion music.

On August 26, 2011 Chambers appeared as a featured drummer on the Late Show with David Letterman's Drum Solo Week II, alongside other such notable players as Tony Royster, Jr., Gavin Harrison, Neil Peart and Stewart Copeland.

EQUIPMENT CONFIGURATION

Crystal Beat Series
Custom Yellow finish
22x16 bass drum
10x7 tom
12x8 tom
13x9 tom
14x13 floor tom
16x15 floor tom
18x16 floor tom
14x6.5 Dennis Chambers Signature Snare Drum 

DR501 ICON front rack
PCX100 clamp x 4
B1000 boom stand x 4
S2000 snare stand
P2002C double pedal
H2000 hi hat stand
TH2000S tom holder x 3
D1000 drum throne
CLH100 closed hi hat holder
AX25L adapter

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Reference Series 
Yellow Sparkle 
2005 Santana tour kit 

22x16 bass drum
10x8 tom
12x8 tom
13x9 tom
14x14 floor tom
16x16 floor tom
18x16 floor tom
20x14 gong bass drum
14x6.5 Dennis Chambers Signature Snare Drum 

DR501 ICON front rack
PCX100 clamp x 4
B1000 boom stand x 4
S2000 snare stand
P2002C double pedal
H2000 hi hat stand
TH2000S tom holder x 3
D1000 drum throne
CLH100 closed hi hat holder
AX25L adapter

CIMBALS :

And now you have the chance to listen and try his cymbal setup:
K0909 -  14' K Series Mastersound Hi-Hat - VP CHF 699.-
K0982 -  16' K Custom Series Fast Crash - VP CHF 450.-
K0983 -  17' K Custom Series Fast Crash - VP CHF 494.-
K0984 -  18' K Custom Series Fast Crash - VP CHF 526.-
K20890 - 22' K Custom Ride - VP CHF 699.-
A0616 -  16' Oriental China Trash - VP CHF 375.-
A0621 -  21' Oriental Crash of Doom - VP CHF 483.-

https://www.dennischambers.com