Joining a drum circle is an incredible experience that will offer you a fun time along with other benefits like stress relief and connection with others. The best thing about drum circles is that you don’t need to have any prior musical knowledge before joining one. Some drum circles require you to bring your own…
If you’re looking to get drum microphones, the most important ones to get first are your overheads. These mics will pick up the overall sound of your drums, and they’ll set the tone for what your drum mix will sound like. Choosing overheads can be a bit daunting with so many options available, so here’s…
If you just started playing the drums, a common thought that you’ll most likely have is whether you’re holding the drumsticks properly. Drumming is all about utilizing correct techniques to your advantage, and the way you hold your sticks can make or break that. There are various ways to hold drumsticks, with all of them…
Tambourines are an essential percussion instrument in almost every musical setting. The sound of jingles rattling is so iconic, and it goes back decades in popular music. If you’re looking to buy a new tambourine, you should check out all the different options available. Some are good as standalone instruments, while others are designed to…
With your feet being so involved when you play the drums, it’s vital to have a good pair of shoes that feel comfortable when playing. Some shoes are incredibly restricting, while others will feel like a breeze. It’s good to know which shoes work the best so that you can put those on whenever you…
With the drum kit being relatively new compared to other instruments in the world, we’ve seen so many players shape the way drums are played. From the early jazz era to the modern music era, these drummers have turned heads and dominated stages. Here’s a list of all the best drummers ever. We’ve made sections…
If you want to buy a new drum set, you may be wondering how much a good one will cost. The prices vary drastically, so the easiest way of understanding prices is to break kits down into categories. Kids’ drum sets typically cost between $100 and $600. Full-sized beginner kits normally cost between $300 and…
Hi-hat mics allow you to get a crispy clear sound from your hi-hats at live gigs and in the studio. While the overhead mics do a great job of picking those sounds up, a dedicated hi-hat mic adds a bit more definition and depth. If you already have overhead mics and you’re looking for something…
Small drum sets are ideal to have if you play gigs often and need to fit your kit on a small stage. They make traveling to and from gigs a lot easier than if you were to use a full-sized kit. So, having a compact drum kit as a secondary option is something that all…
Your hi-hats are arguably the most important set of cymbals in a drum kit setup. You play them the most, and they have some of the most versatile sounds out of any cymbal type. If you want to have a fantastic drum sound, a lot of quality will need to come from the hats. So,…
With your hi-hats being one of the most important aspects of your drum set, it’s important to have a solid stand for them to rest on. Hi-hat stands come in a few variations, and getting one that caters to your playing style will give you the most playability. In this guide, we’ll look at the…
Headphones are an essential tool to go along with electronic drum kits. They allow you to practice quietly so that you don’t bother anyone with loud drumming, but you also need to use them if you don’t have an amp to connect your kit to. Getting a good pair to use is important as you’ll…
The topic of drumming gloves doesn’t come up too often in the drumming community. However, drum gloves work well for drummers who have sores on their hands or need a bit of extra grip during a lengthy tour. Since they’re not that popular, drum brands don’t produce many of them. There are a few fantastic…
Picking a good electronic drum kit can be a difficult thing to do. There are so many kits available with different specs, prices, and sizes. This guide is here to serve as your ultimate reference point. I’ve compiled a large list of electronic drum kits that I’d happily suggest to different drummers. Make sure to…
Drum kits are large instruments with many parts. It’s important to learn what each part of the drum kit is called so that learning to play becomes easier. It’s also good to know your kit’s layout so that you understand how everything works together; with multiple years of experience playing drum, I’m confident I’m the…