As Stryper's "Visual Timekeeper (VTK)" Robert Sweet's rock solid and bombastic style has inspired millions of drummers all over the world for decades. Robert needed drums and hardware that were sonically and durability wise perfect. The choice for Robert was Yamaha. Robert will be playing Live Custom Drums along with Yamaha's new RLS-1470 14X7 Recording Custom Stainless Steel snare. Robert will also be using Yamaha mega 900 series cymbal stands. In the fall of 2016 Robert and Stryper hit the road supporting the 30th Anniversary of their multi-platinum release "To Hell With The Devil".