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Sabian AAX
Sabian AAX Cymbals | The ultimate drummer's guide
Sabian AAX cymbals have become a staple of many professional drummers setups. They look incredible, have a great tone and there is a big selection to
Metal
Aquiles Priester | An icon of power metal drumming
If you are interested in metal drumming it is highly likely that at some point you will have come across Aquiles Priester. His playing is flawless and he
Roland V-Drums
Roland TD-50X Series | Brand new flagship electronic drums for 2021
Roland has just announced their brand new flagship electronic drums. The Roland TD-50X Series. Roland hasn't released a new flagship since the launch of
All Our Buying Guides
Mesh head guide for drummers | What's best for your budget?
Mesh heads have become the go-to drum head type for electronic drum kits and are also a great option when you want that real kit feel at a lower volume.
Metal
Chris Turner | The inhuman metal drumming machine
Chris Turner of Oceans Ate Alaska plays metal with terrifying accuracy and no triggers. His story, his DW and Sabian setup, and the latest Chris Turner news.
Pearl Drums
Matt Halpern Signature Snare drum from Pearl Drums | New for 2021
Pearl drums have just released the brand new Matt Halpern Signature Snare drum. This is part of the Pearl Signature Series Snare line. Matt Halpern is a
Tama Drums
Tama S.L.P. Snare Drums | Brand new additions for 2021
The Tama S.L.P. snare drums have become a staple for many modern drummers. The Tama S.L.P. range has a diverse selection of different types of snare drums
Free Drum Lessons
How to drum faster in 4 easy steps
At some stage in your drumming journey, you are going to wonder about how to drum faster. Even if speed isn't your game, it is likely something you'll
Metal
Arin Ilejay | Filling some of the biggest shoes in metal drumming history
Arin Ilejay has been on a rollercoaster ride in his drumming career so far. From breakout scene band Confide to globe touring giants Avenged Sevenfold and
Meinl Cymbals
Chris Coleman Signature Ride Cymbal - Meinl C Squared - Byzance Vintage
The Meinl C Squared Ride is the new signature cymbal of the drummer Chris Coleman. The Chris Coleman signature ride cymbal is part of the Meinl Byzance
Buying guides
Floor snare drums | The floor tom and snare crossover you didn't know you needed
One of the latest trends in drumming is floor snare drums. Often called a "Snom drum" or a "Baritone Snare drum". It is both a floor tom or a snare at the
Metal
Raja Meissner | Breaking boundaries with kick-ass metal drumming
Raja Meissner has exploded on social media over the past year or so. Originally discovered from her Slipknot drum covers Raja has shown she is a future