Buying a hardware pack is a great way to complete a drum set or upgrade your current gear. Many people buy their hardware piece by piece, but a pack can save you money and ensure your stands match. The thing is, that doesn’t make every hardware pack a great buy. Some packs have a component […]

Most drummers need their snare stands to do a few simple things: hold their snare drum securely, position the drum at the correct height and angle, and handle the normal wear and tear of playing live shows. There are plenty of super-expensive stands that do those things well, but what about models in a more […]

Hi-hat stands can be an overlooked part of a drum set. Even among experienced drummers, these stands don’t get much love. When players get a new snare drum or pedal, they’ll pridefully show it off to their friends and bandmates. They don’t typically show off their new hi-hat stand with so much glee! Well, it’s […]

Drummers shopping for a double bass drum pedal might be surprised by some of the prices these days. Standard professional models typically start at over $500. Super-sophisticated models can go for over $1000. Well, the good news is those pedals are typically second or third pedals professional players buy. Most drummers don’t need to spend […]

Bass drum pedals have come a long way over the past few decades, with more features, models, and price ranges available than ever before. That hasn’t only made high-end pedals better, but it’s also led to better pedals in the more affordable price range. Those are the pedals we’ll talk about here – the best […]

Cymbal boom stands may not be the most exciting part of a drum set, but they can be essential to a drummer’s performance. The extra reach a boom arm provides can position cymbals in places a straight stand often can’t. If you want to play comfortably, you probably need a boom stand or two in […]