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Of all the heads on a drum set, the bottom snare drum head is the most challenging to change. Even if you’ve changed or tuned standard drumheads before, snare-side heads require a few unique steps that may be unfamiliar. This step-by-step guide is here to make the process easy, no matter what your experience level […]
If you’re a drummer who plays live shows, a good set of cases is crucial. Cases won’t only keep your drums looking great on stage, but also maintain their value if you end up selling. Cases can also make carrying your gear a lot easier, cutting down your setup and teardown times. Of course, there […]
Changing snare wires from time to time is part of what keeps a snare drum sounding great. Wires can bend, break, get stretched out, or just lose some of the vibrance they once had. Changing wires can also be a good way to switch up your snare sound. Maybe you’re happy with the drum’s heads, […]
Buying used can be a great way to get drum gear. You’ll save some money and may even find some products you can’t buy new anymore. Along with the upsides, however, buying used comes with a few extra risks. Sometimes items aren’t as advertised and you usually don’t know anything about the seller you’re buying […]
Referring to the famous adage “Practice makes perfect”, Vince Lombardi once said, “Practice doesn’t make perfect. Perfect practice makes perfect”. The legendary NFL coach was onto something. He understood a principle that can be applied to just about any sport, art, job, or hobby – that practice will help you get better, but practicing the […]
George Costanza once said “important things go in a case” in one popular episode of Seinfeld. “You got a skull for your brain, a plastic sleeve for your comb, and a wallet for your money”. Well, the same can be said of drum gear. Snare drums, in particular, are often expensive, while having fragile parts […]
If you haven’t done a live soundcheck before, the process may seem a little intimidating. What are you supposed to do? What shouldn’t you do? Why is it even necessary? Well, fret not! We’ll answer those questions in this introduction to drum soundchecks, so you can go on stage without feeling like you might screw […]
It’s that time of year again – time to buy a gift for the drummer in your life! What to do? You want to buy something that will be appreciated and gets used, of course, rather than thrown into the corner to collect dust. The problem is that most drum gear is specific to a […]
Cymbal cases are essential for any gigging drummer. Not only do these cases provide protection for expensive cymbals, they also make loading drum gear a whole lot easier. They even work great for storing extra cymbals that are lying around. Of course, that doesn’t mean all cymbal cases are good for the money, and that’s […]
Playing live music as a drummer usually requires a lot of gear – drums, hardware, cymbals, sticks, and more. That core equipment will usually be all you need to get through the gig. But as you may know, unforeseen problems can always arise at any live performance. So, along with your standard drum gear, bringing […]
