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…
While drums are mostly a male-dominated instrument, there are plenty of women who are highly accomplished behind the kit. Whether they’ve been band leaders, social media stars, or highly regarded session players, these women have been kicking butt for years. Here’s a list of the greatest female drummers of all time.
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…
One of the most important parts of any beat is the foundation, namely, the drum samples. Getting this part right ensures that all other elements you add sit nicely in the mix, while giving your bass frequencies the punch and power modern genres require. Here we’ll be looking at the best free drum kits. Most…
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…
What’s better than a good drum solo within a song? It adds energy, elevating the song to new levels of excitement. There are dozens of popular songs with amazing drum solos, so here is a list of the best.
When playing electronic drums, your two options for hearing the drums are using headphones or an amp. Headphones won’t allow other people to hear what you’re playing. So, you’ll need an amp for performances or when you want to jam with other musicians. Some electronic drum kit packages come with an amp, but most of…
Handpans are an amazing instrument, and their popularity is constantly increasing around the world. They’re easy to play, and the tones they make create a meditative atmosphere, which is what makes so many people love them. While they’re some of the most limited expensive instruments available, getting a high-quality handpan is a great investment. Here…
Modern recording typically involves a mix of hardware components and software solutions. But more and more producers are turning to “in the box” recording because it’s fun, and in many cases, you can achieve comparable results without all the expensive, heavy, and sometimes inconvenient hardware units. We’re not suggesting that the analog vs. digital debate…
You can’t expect to produce pristine, perfect sounding vocal tracks without setting up your effects chain. But what effects do you need to make your vocal tracks sound their very best? And how do you even choose from the many VST plugins that are out there? In this guide, we look at the best vocal…