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Acoustic Drums
Acoustic drum kits are the heart of what makes drumming amazing! They sound incredible, look amazing and most importantly of all, so much fun to play.
Electric Drums
Electronic drum kits are now incredibly popular among drummers. Originally seen as a novelty, they have become a key part of almost every drummer's setup.
Cymbals
Cymbals are a fundamental part of the drum kit. Cymbals are often what gives a drummer their unique sound and style.
Hardware
Pedals, stands, racks and thrones — the hardware that holds your kit together, reviewed and compared.
Drumsticks
Drumsticks are a key part of every drummer's setup. Well...
Drum Heads
Drum heads shape your sound before anything else — coated, clear, single and double-ply, compared and explained.
Latest gear reads
Acoustic Drums
Pearl Session Studio Select | Ultimate drummers guide
The Pearl Session Studio Select is a drum kit that aims to give you a professional sound at a great price point. The sound is punchy with sturdy hardware
Acoustic Drums
Tama Imperialstar | The ultimate drummer's guide (2021)
The Tama Imperialstar is seen as one of the best starter drum kits available. For a budget drum kit, it sounds good and is of great value. In this guide,
Acoustic 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
Acoustic 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
Acoustic Drums
DW Design Series | Premium DW Drums at an affordable cost
DW Design Series Shell finish options
Acoustic Drums
DW PurpleCore™ Drums | New shell technology for 2021
DW has just introduced its new PurpleCore™ drum shell technology. DW Drums are some of the best you can buy. The quality is outstanding and consistently
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