Your observations were spot on Spritebat. I've been using a drum kit from Ableton called ,"Vintage British Lite Stick". I like most of the features of this kit. It is quite versitile and fits with most arrangements. However , a reggae mix requires a strong kick drum that should not be overwelmed by the cymbals. It was simple enough to remix the drum kit.
Fixing a drum mix is easy / finding an honest ear upon whom one can depend...priceless. Thanks Travis!
-All the Best,Teddy