Our most successful method off dealing with this was a personal monitor right in the drummers ear. Often times, it was the same size, and power of the mains. I've also played in a horn section with a band that used sequences for every song. We simply played our parts over top of the arrangement. Added sizzle, and class, and we had great on -stage monitors - essential to this approach.

In fact, even in my solo endeavors - a good, personalized monitor mix is PARAMOUNT for me. I set the room for what is correct for the room ... that sometimes, is not what I choose to hear for my own comfort level.