Nice to hear a positive review from a technician. Most of them complain that the metal is soft. My guy was more moderate and said that my being a grown up player who takes care of the instrument, I would not experience problems. Mine is just as fast as my YanagisawaTWO20. But the Cannon Ball is heavy. But it is fun to play! My guy did remove the G# anti stick spring. In his opinion it was mor difficult to keep in adjustment and he knows I clean my pads on a daily basis or put a coffee filter under the pad while in the case.
