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Porter & Davies is a British company that has revolutionised the way drummers monitor themselves on stage, creating the world's first tactile drum monitoring system — a drum throne that transmits the bass frequencies of the kick drum directly through the seat, allowing drummers to feel their bass drum with extraordinary clarity even in the loudest live environments. Used by some of the world's most celebrated professional drummers, Porter & Davies systems have become an essential tool for any serious gigging or touring drummer.

At Into Music we stock the full Porter & Davies range, including the flagship BC2, the BC-X, the BC Gigster and the compact Gigster. We also offer a hire option for the BC Gigster, allowing you to try before you buy.

How Porter & Davies Works

A Porter & Davies system replaces your existing drum throne with a specially designed seat containing a transducer — a device that converts audio signals into physical vibration. The kick drum signal is fed from the mixing desk or a dedicated feed into the Porter & Davies unit, which then transmits those bass frequencies directly through the throne seat. The result is an immediate, physical sensation of every kick drum stroke that is completely independent of the stage volume, monitor mix or in-ear system — giving you a direct, tactile connection to your bass drum that no other monitoring solution can replicate.

The Porter & Davies Range

  • BC2 — the professional flagship system, offering the most powerful and refined tactile response in the range. The BC2 is the choice of touring professionals who demand the highest level of performance
  • BC-X — a premium system with enhanced features and connectivity, designed for drummers who want the full Porter & Davies experience with additional flexibility
  • BC Gigster — a more compact and portable version of the BC system, designed for gigging drummers who need professional-quality tactile monitoring in a more transportable package
  • Gigster — the most accessible entry point into the Porter & Davies system, offering the core tactile monitoring experience at a more approachable price point

Try Before You Buy

Not sure if a Porter & Davies system is right for you? We offer a hire option for the BC Gigster, allowing you to experience tactile monitoring at your own gigs before committing to a purchase.

Want to know more? Visit us in our Horncastle showroom or call us on 01507 526517 for expert advice, or order online with UK next day delivery available.

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About Porter & Davies

Porter & Davies was founded in the UK by Neil Porter and Gordy Davies, two musicians who understood the fundamental problem that drummers face on stage: in loud live environments, it is often impossible to hear the kick drum clearly in the monitor mix, leading to inconsistent timing, fatigue and a disconnected feel between the drummer and the rest of the band. Traditional solutions — louder monitors, more kick drum in the in-ear mix — address the symptom rather than the cause, and can contribute to hearing damage over time.

Porter & Davies approached the problem differently. Rather than trying to make the kick drum louder in the audio mix, they developed a system that bypasses the ears entirely and delivers the bass drum signal directly to the body through the drum throne. The transducer in the throne seat converts the audio signal into physical vibration, giving the drummer an immediate, tactile sensation of every kick drum stroke that is completely independent of the stage volume or monitor mix.

The effect is transformative. Drummers who use Porter & Davies systems consistently report that they feel more locked in with the bass player, more confident in their timing and less fatigued after long sets. Because the tactile signal is direct and immediate, it provides a more reliable timing reference than an audio signal that may be affected by room acoustics, monitor placement or mix decisions.

Porter & Davies systems are used by some of the world's most celebrated professional drummers and are trusted on the biggest stages in live music. At Into Music Store, we stock the full range and offer a hire option for the BC Gigster, allowing you to experience the system at your own gigs before committing to a purchase. Visit our showroom in Horncastle, Lincolnshire, or shop online with free UK shipping on orders over £175.

Frequently Asked Questions

A Porter & Davies tactile monitoring system is a drum throne that transmits the bass frequencies of the kick drum directly through the seat as physical vibration, using a built-in transducer. This gives the drummer an immediate, tactile sensation of every kick drum stroke that is completely independent of the stage volume or monitor mix — allowing them to feel their bass drum clearly even in the loudest live environments.
The kick drum signal is fed from the mixing desk, a dedicated DI output or a drum trigger into the Porter & Davies unit, which processes and amplifies the signal before sending it to the transducer in the throne seat. The system is straightforward to set up and can be integrated into any live sound setup with a standard audio connection.
The BC2 is the professional flagship, offering the most powerful and refined tactile response for touring professionals. The BC-X offers enhanced features and connectivity. The BC Gigster is a more compact and portable version designed for gigging drummers. The Gigster is the most accessible entry point into the system. All models deliver the core Porter & Davies tactile monitoring experience.
Yes — Into Music Store offers a hire option for the Porter & Davies BC Gigster, allowing you to experience tactile monitoring at your own gigs before committing to a purchase. This is an excellent way to discover whether a Porter & Davies system is right for your playing and setup.
Yes — you can visit Into Music Store in Horncastle, Lincolnshire to see the Porter & Davies range and get expert advice from our team. We're one of the UK's dedicated drum stores and authorised Porter & Davies stockists. We also offer free UK shipping on orders over £175 and next day delivery options.