Getting your first drum kit can be very exciting, but there are so many options out there that it can also be a bit overwhelming. Your first big decision is to choose between getting an electronic set or an acoustic one. For now, we’ll just look at acoustic drum kits. I’ve compiled a list of…
While any decent drum kit will work well for playing jazz, there are certain sizes and setups that jazz drummers tend to prefer. Most of the jazz drumming you hear comes from setups like these, so it’s suggested that you get one if you’re looking to play jazz. I’ve compiled a comprehensive list of some…
Having a drum kit in worship adds an incredible sense of depth and energy to the room. While a drummer will keep the worship team in time, the parts he plays will also do an excellent job of raising the atmosphere of the room or venue. You need a good drum set to do this…
If you use an iPad or Android tablet within your music setup, the most useful way of mounting it is by using a tablet holder that mounts to a microphone stand. There are a few other methods, but I don’t think any of them work as well. There are some fantastic tablet holder options out…
In the digital age of everyone carrying a device around with them, developers have created apps for almost anything you could possibly think of. As drummers, there are dozens of useful apps that we can use to learn how to play, find songs to play with and use to improve. However, there are more bad…
A few decades ago, every drummer grew up playing to songs while mimicking the drum parts that were already recorded for them. It was the only possible way, and it often made it sound weird if your drum parts didn’t match. Technology has advanced to a point where we can remove drum parts now. It’s…
Drum machines are great tools to have with you in the writing process. If you have no drummers to play with you, you can use a drum machine to play beats while you work on songs. A lot of people think they only work well for hip-hop and electronic styles, but you can even make…
If you’re someone that sings in your band while playing drums, a good vocal microphone is essential. Things are a bit different for drummers, though, as we need to use mics that don’t get in the way of us playing around the drums. There are so many options out there, but your pool of choice…
Stick holders are fantastic pieces of gear for gigging drummers that need quick access to drumsticks while playing. They allow you to store a spare pair of sticks next to you for times when you drop a stick. They also allow you to place alternative stick types near you that are easy to reach. They…
If you’re looking for something to add a bit of visual spice to your drumming, a pair of glow-in-the-dark drumsticks is a great idea to consider. These sticks have various colors, and most of them light up when you strike a surface. There are a few different designs to consider, though. Here’s a short list…
If you have a window in your drum space, a lot of your drum sound may escape through and bother people around you. Windows have gaps that allow sound to escape, and those are bad news for drummers. We’re going to look through a few soundproof curtain options to keep the sound levels down. They’re…
Tom microphones are arguably the least important microphones to get for a drum kit, but they’re essential if you want as much control over your mix as possible. They bring your tom sounds to life, and they allow you to alter your drum kit sounds to suit your preferences. Here’s a list of the most…
Electronic drum kits are a good option for kids, as you can leave them to practice with a pair of headphones on, and you’ll be less likely to get noise complaints. The extensive module features also appeal more to kids than the single sounds from acoustic drums do. Here’s a comprehensive list of all the…
Metronomes are essential tools that every drummer should have. Practicing patterns and grooves at different speeds is vital in improving your drumming abilities. While it’s easy to use a metronome app on your phone, having a phone with you during practice sessions can lead to many distractions. So, physical metronomes are still amazing tools to…
If you’re looking for your first drum kit, it may come as a shock to you that most of them have high prices. Drum kits are large instruments with several components, so building one takes a bit of work from a manufacturer’s side. That naturally boosts the cost. However, most manufacturers offer affordable options for…