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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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
There are several advantages to having a port hole in your bass drum. It’s easier to use microphones, easier to adjust internal dampening, and it can tighten up your bass drum sound. Some bass drum heads come with the option pre-installed, but not all. In those cases, you’ll need to know how to cut a […]
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 […]
Today’s drummers have more bass drum beater options than ever before. There are designs made for specific sounds and playing styles, others made to be versatile, and still others made with price in mind. Well, we whittled down the available models to our absolute favorites in some popular sub-categories. They’re our picks for the best […]
