[LongLostSon]

love to hear the drum and if the Stanley players get encouragement from it then it's gotta stay. Being of rapidly advancing years I have to add that although, living down south now, I would love to stand shoulder to shoulder with the magnificent Ultras / fellow Accringtonians - tried it once and got a headache (from which I rarely suffer) after less than 5 minutes. So now I support from just to the side to lessen the drum's impact.If folks with more sensitive hearing still have problems from a distance, then earplugs are readily available in the shops - it wouldn't stop me watching my beloved Stanley.The previous 2 posts have valid points and I don't mind chucking a tenner in the kitty if our drummer has the time / inclination to hone his skills.