Much better. LOL.. the shaker/hi-hat combination works. it's in the mix far enough that you don't hear it unless you listen for it (which is where I think a hi-hat ought to be for this style music). It is an interesting sounds and does the job.

The rest of the kit now has a "softened edge" to it. The toms have a bit more reverb to them than is "my taste", but that is subjective - I prefer the kit to be a tad "sharper" across the board (a bit more "snap" to the snare - the stick a little "clickier") - again, subjective and depends on the song.

And they are definitely not too loud. They could come up some if you wanted... (again...my taste...)