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Meinl Cymbals
Meinl Pure Alloy Cymbals | Drummer's guide (2026)
Meinl Pure Alloy cymbals sit between Byzance and Classics Custom. Here's the 2026 line-up, from the medium models to Extra Hammered, with sound and prices.
Metal
George Kollias | Pushing the boundaries of death metal drumming
If you are into death metal you have likely heard of George Kollias. His drumming is pushing the boundaries of blast beats and double kick to new levels
Bass drum pedals
Axis Pedals | The ultimate drummer's guide (2026)
Axis pedals are famous for speed. Here is what you get in 2026: footboards, cams, springs, beaters, signature pedals, triggers and rough prices.
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 | Is it still the flagship in 2026?
The Roland TD-50X was the V-Drums flagship in 2021. It has since been replaced by the V71 and 7 Series. What changed, and is a used one worth it in 2026?
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
Pearl Matt Halpern Signature Snare | Still worth it in 2026?
Pearl's Matt Halpern signature snare launched in 2021 and is still in production. What you get in 2026: the brass shell, specs, sound and prices.
Tama Drums
Tama S.L.P. Snare Drums | The full range (2026)
Tama's Sound Lab Project snares in 2026: what happened to the 2021 drums, the newer Bubinga, hammered steel and burl models, and what they cost.
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