I have nothing to say but good words about the Pearl "Competitor" Marching Basses. I have played on all of the bass drums, and couldn’t love them more. Pearl always creates great drums for any marching band, both the "Competitor" and the "Championship" series are great. Many of my friends would recommend you get the "Championship" drums, but I don’t believe that’s necessary. If you have the money, order the "Championship" series drums. They are a higher quality, how ever. The competitor drums are just as good, just a lower quality. Either are a great buy for your Band, or Personal use.