I remember watching the pit from Blue Knights in 2002 set up in different formations throughout the show, eventually ending up on the front sideline. Interesting concept, pre-mics.
I really don't think the general public cares if they sound clean or not, and i'm pretty sure the drummers don't either. Though it is a talent show, don't these guys have a new "act" to go with their violin playing every time?
Impulse sponsors 'Pulse Percussion' an Ind. World WGI line.
Velvet Knights has 'Full Force Percussion' in Ind. A
San Diego Alliance sponsors 'Alternative Percussion' in Ind. Open