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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 […]
Drummers have more bass drum head options than ever before. It seems every year manufacturers add heads with different thicknesses and design features, often appealing to drummers who play a specific genre of music. If you mainly play a certain style, there are probably a few heads tailored to your sound. A website like DrumheadSelector.com […]
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 […]
There are lots of ways to become a better drummer. Practicing consistently, playing with other musicians, learning multiple styles, and learning rudiments, for example. All of these will make you a better overall player. Well, there’s something else that can really give your drumming a boost – something that’s too-often ignored, even by experienced players. […]
Bottom drumheads play an important role in getting a great drum sound. While not struck, these heads resonate in tandem with batter heads and drum shells. That’s why bottom heads are also called ‘resonant’ heads or ‘reso’ heads. They provide much of the tone to toms and bass drums, and create articulation for snare drums. […]
Hauling gear around is one of the few downsides of being a drummer. The equipment is usually heavy and takes up a lot of space. Many times, you’ll break a sweat before the show even starts! That’s why lightweight drum hardware is such a benefit. It makes the worst part of playing gigs easier. This […]
If you’ve shopped for drumsticks lately, you’re probably well aware of just how many options there are. There’s been an explosion of products in the category over the past couple of decades. Drummers used to chose between a few stick sizes, but now there are many varieties of almost every size. Sticks are made with […]
Hi-hats and rock drumming go hand in hand. Many drummers in the genre play their hi-hats more than anything else on the drum kit, including kick and snare. Needless to say, hi-hat cymbals are an important part of a good rock sound. That’s what the list below is all about. They’re the hi-hats we think […]
Hoops often get overlooked when compared to other drum components. Shell materials, dimensions, and finishes come to the forefront of drummers’ minds, but hoops play a vital role in the sound and performance of any drum. A little hoop knowledge can go a long way helping drummers understand their instruments. That’s what we’ll get into […]
Compact drum sets have seen a recent resurgence in the drumming community. While previously seen largely in jazz club settings, small-sized setups are now used by a much wider range of drummers. Compact kits are great for transport and volume control. Plus, with modern drumhead technology, these drums can sound fantastic in a wide variety […]
