Your home for everything drums — drummer features, gear reviews and guides.https://drumfaster.com/https://drumfaster.com/news/yamaha-ead20/https://drumfaster.com/news/yamaha-ead20/Yamaha's new EAD20 puts the flagship EAD50's SWX100 sound engine in an $899 box. What it does, what it drops, and which EAD is right for you.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 11:15:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/alesis-zildjian-a-family-k-custom-dark/https://drumfaster.com/news/alesis-zildjian-a-family-k-custom-dark/Alesis has quietly finished its Zildjian line-up. A Family and K Custom Dark are live for Strata and BFD at £29 each, seven Artist Vault cymbals apiece.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/anika-nilles-modern-drummer-cover-story/https://drumfaster.com/news/anika-nilles-modern-drummer-cover-story/Anika Nilles has the cover of Modern Drummer's September issue — 14 pages and an hour of video on how she learned Neil Peart's parts.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/sabian-aa-mantaray-chinese/https://drumfaster.com/news/sabian-aa-mantaray-chinese/Sabian has quietly added a 21in AA MantaRay Chinese, built with Korn's Ray Luzier. No press release, no price yet — here is what we know.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 13:30:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drummers/ray-luzier/https://drumfaster.com/drummers/ray-luzier/Ray Luzier spent eight years with David Lee Roth before taking one of metal's hardest gigs. His story, his playing, his Pearl and Sabian rig, and the MantaRay.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/millenium-mps-1500-hybrid-x/https://drumfaster.com/news/millenium-mps-1500-hybrid-x/Thomann's house brand has a new flagship e-kit — eight wood-shelled pads, an 18in triple-zone ride and 3,622 sounds for £1,219. Here is what you get.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/tama-2026-new-finishes-limited-editions/https://drumfaster.com/news/tama-2026-new-finishes-limited-editions/Three new Starclassic sparkles, a blacked-out Performer, a burl-topped S.L.P. snare and a £1,000-plus STAR Reserve. Everything else Tama just dropped.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/chris-slade-retirement/https://drumfaster.com/news/chris-slade-retirement/Chris Slade has retired from drumming at 79, after a stroke seven years ago slowly worsened. The AC/DC and Firm drummer says he has had a good innings.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:30:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/tama-spartan-hardware-kit/https://drumfaster.com/news/tama-spartan-hardware-kit/Tama's Spartan hardware line is finished. A two-leg hi-hat stand, a snare stand and a four-stand kit where nothing weighs more than 5.1lb.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:30:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/tama-erskine-nilles-signature-snares/https://drumfaster.com/news/tama-erskine-nilles-signature-snares/Tama has built signature snares for Peter Erskine and Rush's Anika Nilles. A 10-inch spruce jazz drum and a deep aluminium one with a muffler dial.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drummers/chris-slade/https://drumfaster.com/drummers/chris-slade/Chris Slade drummed for Tom Jones, Manfred Mann, The Firm and AC/DC across sixty-three years. His story, his playing, his gear, and his 2026 retirement.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/zak-starkey-back-in-the-who/https://drumfaster.com/news/zak-starkey-back-in-the-who/Zak Starkey has rehearsed with The Who again, sixteen months after the firing, rehiring and second firing that made 2025 so messy. Here is how it ended.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 08:30:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drummers/zak-starkey/https://drumfaster.com/drummers/zak-starkey/Zak Starkey drummed for The Who for nearly thirty years, was fired twice, and is back. His story, his gear, the Oasis years, and the latest news.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/premier-artist-octobans/https://drumfaster.com/news/premier-artist-octobans/Premier's new Artist Octobans come in two pairs — a bright 10in/12in set and, more unusually, a low-pitched 16in/18in set. No price announced yet.Sat, 29 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drum-lessons/free-drum-lessons/drum-rudiments-guide/https://drumfaster.com/drum-lessons/free-drum-lessons/drum-rudiments-guide/Rudiments are the drummer's vocabulary, and 400 years in the making. Here is why they matter, the five to learn first, and how to actually practise them.Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/advice-for-drummers/buying-guides/beginner-drum-kit-buying-guide/https://drumfaster.com/advice-for-drummers/buying-guides/beginner-drum-kit-buying-guide/Everything you need to buy your first drum kit with confidence — what's in the box, what the sizes mean, and the kits we'd actually spend money on.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/advice-for-drummers/buying-guides/cymbal-buying-guide/https://drumfaster.com/advice-for-drummers/buying-guides/cymbal-buying-guide/Packs vs individual cymbals, brass vs B8 vs B20, the sizes that matter and the cymbal sets we'd actually buy at every budget.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/advice-for-drummers/buying-guides/drum-head-buying-guide/https://drumfaster.com/advice-for-drummers/buying-guides/drum-head-buying-guide/Single vs double ply, coated vs clear, Remo vs Evans vs Aquarian — how to choose drum heads, and the setups that actually work.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/advice-for-drummers/buying-guides/electronic-drum-kit-buying-guide/https://drumfaster.com/advice-for-drummers/buying-guides/electronic-drum-kit-buying-guide/Mesh vs rubber, why the module matters more than the pads, and the electronic drum kits we'd actually buy at every budget in 2026.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/advice-for-drummers/buying-guides/snare-drum-buying-guide/https://drumfaster.com/advice-for-drummers/buying-guides/snare-drum-buying-guide/How to choose a snare drum — sizes, shell materials, hoops and wires explained, plus the snares we'd buy at every budget from £150 upwards.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/66samus-drum-tec-signature-snare/https://drumfaster.com/news/66samus-drum-tec-signature-snare/drum-tec has built 66Samus a 13x7 signature snare in birch, maple and mappa burl — available as an acoustic drum or a fully triggered electronic one.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/chris-turner-drumeo-paul-simon/https://drumfaster.com/news/chris-turner-drumeo-paul-simon/Drumeo handed Oceans Ate Alaska's Chris Turner a Paul Simon track with the drums stripped out. What one of metal's most precise drummers did with it.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drummers/dave-grohl/https://drumfaster.com/drummers/dave-grohl/Dave Grohl drummed Nevermind, then fronted the Foo Fighters. His story, what makes his drumming hit so hard, his gear, and the latest Dave Grohl news.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/foo-fighters-your-favorite-toy-ilan-rubin/https://drumfaster.com/news/foo-fighters-your-favorite-toy-ilan-rubin/Foo Fighters' twelfth album is the first with Ilan Rubin drumming. He and Dave Grohl cut the rhythm tracks live with no click — and it shows.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drummers/phil-collins/https://drumfaster.com/drummers/phil-collins/Phil Collins invented the 1980s drum sound and played the fill everyone knows. His story, the gated reverb, his gear, and the latest Phil Collins news.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/phil-collins-health-update-2026/https://drumfaster.com/news/phil-collins-health-update-2026/Phil Collins says he is healthier than he has been in years after five knee operations, has two years of sobriety, and is thinking about new music.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/phil-collins-rock-hall-2026/https://drumfaster.com/news/phil-collins-rock-hall-2026/Phil Collins is in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's class of 2026 as a solo artist, sixteen years after going in with Genesis. The ceremony is 14 November.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drummers/tommy-lee/https://drumfaster.com/drummers/tommy-lee/Tommy Lee is the most-searched drummer on the planet. His story, why the simple parts work, the flying drum kits, his gear, and the latest Tommy Lee news.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/tommy-lee-show-played-snare-cowbell/https://drumfaster.com/news/tommy-lee-show-played-snare-cowbell/For the first time, Tommy Lee is selling show-played snares and cowbells off the Carnival of Sins stage — two snares and one cowbell per night.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/tommy-lee-tommyland-rides-again/https://drumfaster.com/news/tommy-lee-tommyland-rides-again/Tommy Lee has reimagined his 2005 solo record Tommyland: The Ride as Tommyland Rides Again, released 22 May 2026 with guests including Butch Walker.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/yamaha-ead50/https://drumfaster.com/news/yamaha-ead50/Yamaha's EAD50 takes the EAD10 formula — one sensor, instant great drum sound — and rebuilds it for stage and studio. What is new, and what it costs.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/blink-182-new-album-travis-barker/https://drumfaster.com/news/blink-182-new-album-travis-barker/Travis Barker says blink-182 are working on their tenth album this year, and he is producing and drumming on the next Alkaline Trio record too.Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/cretin-family-ramones-50th-anniversary/https://drumfaster.com/news/cretin-family-ramones-50th-anniversary/Travis Barker joins Billie Joe Armstrong, Tim Armstrong and CJ Ramone as Cretin Family for the Ramones 50th anniversary show on 30 August.Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drummers/travis-barker/https://drumfaster.com/drummers/travis-barker/Travis Barker turned marching-band chops into pop-punk's defining drum sound. His story, his technique, his kits, and the latest Travis Barker news.Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/travis-barker-louder-than-fear-documentary/https://drumfaster.com/news/travis-barker-louder-than-fear-documentary/Travis Barker's documentary Louder Than Fear is streaming on Hulu and Disney+. Ten years in the making, and far heavier than the trailer lets on.Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/advice-for-drummers/buying-guides/buying-used-drums-online/https://drumfaster.com/advice-for-drummers/buying-guides/buying-used-drums-online/Where to buy used drum kits, cymbals and hardware online, what to check before you pay, and how to spot the gear that only looks fine in photos.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/drummergeddon-2026-new-drummers/https://drumfaster.com/news/drummergeddon-2026-new-drummers/Foo Fighters, Nine Inch Nails, Pearl Jam, Rush, the Who, Oasis, Iron Maiden and more have all changed drummer. Here is the scorecard and what it means.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/ebenor-aaron-sterling-signature-snare/https://drumfaster.com/news/ebenor-aaron-sterling-signature-snare/A 14x5 brass snare with bronze hoops and an antique patina finish, handmade in Quebec and serialised. Here is what is in Aaron Sterling's signature Ebenor.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/eric-moore-joins-gretsch-drums/https://drumfaster.com/news/eric-moore-joins-gretsch-drums/Eric Moore has left DW after years on the roster and joined Gretsch Drums, debuting a Renown kit in Champagne Sparkle. Here is what the switch means.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/evans-hybrid-sensory-percussion-cymbals/https://drumfaster.com/news/evans-hybrid-sensory-percussion-cymbals/Evans and Sunhouse have built cymbal and hi-hat sensors that trigger from real low-volume bronze. Proper rebound, 80% quieter, and no rubber pad in sight.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/everything-yes-tour-zackgrooves/https://drumfaster.com/news/everything-yes-tour-zackgrooves/ZackGrooves' jazz-fusion band Everything Yes hit the road across the US in September 2026, with Volume 3 on the way. Dates, line-up and what to expect.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/meinl-anika-nilles-lunar-cymbals/https://drumfaster.com/news/meinl-anika-nilles-lunar-cymbals/Meinl's new Anika Nilles cymbals are a 22-inch extra heavy Lunar Ride and 14-inch Lunar Hats, engraved with her own artwork. Here is what they do.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/modern-drummer-planet-archive/https://drumfaster.com/news/modern-drummer-planet-archive/Modern Drummer Planet puts nearly fifty years of drumming journalism online, browsable by year. Here is how to actually get something out of it.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/pearl-elimin8r-bass-drum-pedals/https://drumfaster.com/news/pearl-elimin8r-bass-drum-pedals/Pearl's new Elimin8R brings the Eliminator's swappable cams and a full base plate down to $139.99 single and $349.99 double. Here is who it is really for.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/pearl-jam-mystery-drummer/https://drumfaster.com/news/pearl-jam-mystery-drummer/Pearl Jam have picked a replacement for Matt Cameron and refuse to say who until 27 September. Here is what is confirmed, and our guesses.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/rdavidr-rototom-drum-kit-build/https://drumfaster.com/news/rdavidr-rototom-drum-kit-build/David Raouf has built the biggest kit of his YouTube career — 11 Weiss roto-toms and a pair of custom 16-inch hi-hats. Here is what he made and how it sounds.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/rush-toronto-anika-nilles-reviews/https://drumfaster.com/news/rush-toronto-anika-nilles-reviews/Rush played four sold-out hometown shows with Anika Nilles behind the kit. Here is what the critics who were actually in the room made of her.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/terry-bozzio-returns-drum-vault/https://drumfaster.com/news/terry-bozzio-returns-drum-vault/Terry Bozzio returns to the stage after eight years for a 40-date tour with BEAT, whilst his historic drum collection goes on sale at the Drum Vault.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/zildjian-alesis-expansion-packs-update/https://drumfaster.com/news/zildjian-alesis-expansion-packs-update/Two more Zildjian sound packs are due for Alesis Strata and BFD in late August. Here is exactly what has been confirmed, and what has not.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/alesis-zildjian-cymbal-sounds/https://drumfaster.com/news/alesis-zildjian-cymbal-sounds/Alesis has partnered with Zildjian to put Artist Vault cymbal sounds on Strata kits and BFD. Session Mix Vol 1 is out now at £39 in a launch offer.Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/benny-greb-getgood-drums-signature-pack/https://drumfaster.com/news/benny-greb-getgood-drums-signature-pack/GetGood Drums has released the Benny Greb Signature Pack — Benny's warm, characterful kit sound, ready to load straight into your DAW.Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/benny-greb-moving-parts-tour-2026/https://drumfaster.com/news/benny-greb-moving-parts-tour-2026/Moving Parts are on the road through 2025 and 2026, Benny has been demoing new Meinl cymbals, and his Effective Practicing platform now has its own EPM Practice Journal.Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/news/sonor-benny-greb-signature-snare-2-0/https://drumfaster.com/news/sonor-benny-greb-signature-snare-2-0/Sonor has brought back the Benny Greb Signature Snare as the 2.0 — same magic 13" x 5.75" size, new Scandinavian birch outer and the clever Twin MonoRail dampening system.Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drummers/joey-jordison/https://drumfaster.com/drummers/joey-jordison/Joey Jordison was an icon in the music industry, known for his incredible drumming skills and unique style. As the drummer of Slipknot, he helped pioneerWed, 15 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drummers/mikaela-swan-drummer/https://drumfaster.com/drummers/mikaela-swan-drummer/Welcome to the very first Rising Star feature here at Drum Faster! Mikaela Swan is a perfect example and we are so happy for her to be our first feature.Tue, 07 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drummers/benny-greb/https://drumfaster.com/drummers/benny-greb/Benny Greb is a prolific drummer but he is more than that. He is an artist at the kit who can make you feel like most drummers can't. His playing oozesWed, 28 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drummer-feature-submission/https://drumfaster.com/drummer-feature-submission/Want to be featured on Drum Faster? Rising stars are now crowned automatically: make your free drummer profile, share it, and the most-viewed profile each month takes the crown.Tue, 27 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/acoustic-drums/pearl-session-studio-select/https://drumfaster.com/acoustic-drums/pearl-session-studio-select/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 hardwareWed, 21 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/hardware/pearl-curved-boom-arm-stand/https://drumfaster.com/hardware/pearl-curved-boom-arm-stand/Brand new for 2021 is the Pearl Curved Boom Arm Stand. This is much like a regular boom cymbal stand but with a unique curved arm. Let's find out why youWed, 30 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drummers/greyson-nekrutman/https://drumfaster.com/drummers/greyson-nekrutman/Greyson Nekrutman is a drummer who has exploded in popularity during 2020. His determination and passion ooze out of every drum performance. It is clearThu, 24 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drumsticks/drumstick-size-guide/https://drumfaster.com/drumsticks/drumstick-size-guide/Drumsticks are extremely personal to every drummer. We all have a feel we want to have from the sticks and a sound we want to get from them. AlthoughWed, 16 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/cymbals/sabian-hhx-series/https://drumfaster.com/cymbals/sabian-hhx-series/Sabian has always created beautiful and complex cymbals. The Sabian HHX cymbal line is the pinnacle of this. These cymbals are dark in sound, beautiful inMon, 14 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drummers/anika-nilles/https://drumfaster.com/drummers/anika-nilles/Anika Nilles has taken the drumming community by storm over the past 6 or so years. A true drumming powerhouse full of groove and chops no matter the timeMon, 07 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drumsticks/drumstick-wood-guide/https://drumfaster.com/drumsticks/drumstick-wood-guide/Drumsticks are made from a range of different woods and other materials. But why are different woods used? What is the best drumstick wood? In this guide,Tue, 01 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/acoustic-drums/tama-imperialstar/https://drumfaster.com/acoustic-drums/tama-imperialstar/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,Wed, 26 May 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drummers/gabe-helguera-drum-beats-online/https://drumfaster.com/drummers/gabe-helguera-drum-beats-online/Gabe Helguera has gone from creating a drumming fresh YouTube channel to launching the drum tuition website Drum Beats Online. This is no small feat.Thu, 20 May 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/hardware/bass-drum-cymbal-mount/https://drumfaster.com/hardware/bass-drum-cymbal-mount/There is now a great selection of bass drum cymbal mounts available. These are perfect if you are wanting to make the most out of the space available onMon, 17 May 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/cymbals/meinl-pure-alloy-cymbals/https://drumfaster.com/cymbals/meinl-pure-alloy-cymbals/The Meinl Pure Alloy Cymbals are a professional line of cymbals that sit between the Byzance and Classic Custom ranges. These cymbals have a clean soundWed, 12 May 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drummers/george-kollias/https://drumfaster.com/drummers/george-kollias/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 levelsThu, 06 May 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/hardware/axis-pedals/https://drumfaster.com/hardware/axis-pedals/Axis pedals have become hugely popular since their creation in the 1990s. They are known for their speed and quick reaction times underfoot becomingThu, 29 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/cymbals/sabian-aax-series/https://drumfaster.com/cymbals/sabian-aax-series/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 toSun, 25 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drummers/aquiles-priester/https://drumfaster.com/drummers/aquiles-priester/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 heTue, 20 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/electric-drums/roland-td-50x-series-v-drums/https://drumfaster.com/electric-drums/roland-td-50x-series-v-drums/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 ofThu, 15 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/advice-for-drummers/buying-guides/mesh-head-buying-guide/https://drumfaster.com/advice-for-drummers/buying-guides/mesh-head-buying-guide/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.Wed, 14 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drummers/chris-turner-drummer/https://drumfaster.com/drummers/chris-turner-drummer/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.Thu, 08 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/acoustic-drums/matt-haplern-signature-snare-drum/https://drumfaster.com/acoustic-drums/matt-haplern-signature-snare-drum/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 aTue, 06 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/acoustic-drums/tama-slp-snare-drums/https://drumfaster.com/acoustic-drums/tama-slp-snare-drums/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 drumsThu, 01 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drum-lessons/free-drum-lessons/how-to-drum-faster/https://drumfaster.com/drum-lessons/free-drum-lessons/how-to-drum-faster/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'llTue, 30 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drummers/arin-ilejay/https://drumfaster.com/drummers/arin-ilejay/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 andSat, 27 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/cymbals/chris-coleman-signature-ride-cymbal-meinl-c-squared/https://drumfaster.com/cymbals/chris-coleman-signature-ride-cymbal-meinl-c-squared/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 ByzanceTue, 23 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/advice-for-drummers/buying-guides/floor-snare-drums/https://drumfaster.com/advice-for-drummers/buying-guides/floor-snare-drums/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 theThu, 18 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drummers/raja-meissner/https://drumfaster.com/drummers/raja-meissner/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 futureTue, 16 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/hardware/dw-9000-pedal/https://drumfaster.com/hardware/dw-9000-pedal/The DW 9000 Pedal has become a favourite bass drum pedal amongst drummers. They are known for being highly adjustable and reliable. Let's find out moreThu, 11 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drummers/66samus-samus-paulicelli/https://drumfaster.com/drummers/66samus-samus-paulicelli/Samus Paulicelli, AKA 66Samus, turned blast beats and daft jokes into a million-subscriber channel. His story, his triggered kit and the latest 66Samus news.Tue, 09 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/acoustic-drums/dw-design-series-drum-kits/https://drumfaster.com/acoustic-drums/dw-design-series-drum-kits/DW Design Series Shell finish optionsSun, 07 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drummers/thomas-lang-drummer/https://drumfaster.com/drummers/thomas-lang-drummer/If you have been a drummer for a couple of years you have likely come across the name Thomas Lang. He is a household name in the drumming community. ThatTue, 02 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drumsticks/vic-firth-american-concept-freestyle-drumsticks/https://drumfaster.com/drumsticks/vic-firth-american-concept-freestyle-drumsticks/Vic Firth American Concept Freestyle Drumsticks have been designed to meet the needs of the modern drummer. Drummers are after sticks that can be flexibleThu, 25 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/cymbals/sabian-aa-holy-china/https://drumfaster.com/cymbals/sabian-aa-holy-china/The Sabian AA Holy China has become a favourite amongst drummers. Holy China is a beast of a cymbal that has a distinct sound and unique look. Since itsWed, 24 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drummers/luke-holland-drummer/https://drumfaster.com/drummers/luke-holland-drummer/Luke Holland is arguably one of the biggest success stories of a drummer uploading videos to YouTube to becoming a full time professional. His journey hasMon, 22 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/advice-for-drummers/buying-guides/direct-drive-bass-drum-pedals/https://drumfaster.com/advice-for-drummers/buying-guides/direct-drive-bass-drum-pedals/Direct drive bass drum pedals have become increasingly more popular amongst drummers in the past 10 years. Originally adopted by metal drummers they areThu, 18 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/acoustic-drums/dw-purplecore-drum-shell-technology/https://drumfaster.com/acoustic-drums/dw-purplecore-drum-shell-technology/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 consistentlyMon, 15 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drummers/siros-vaziri-drummer/https://drumfaster.com/drummers/siros-vaziri-drummer/Siros Vaziri is a drummer who has gained a strong online following. Once you see one of his videos you will understand why. He is a great player who isMon, 15 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/electric-drums/electronic-splash-cymbal-pad/https://drumfaster.com/electric-drums/electronic-splash-cymbal-pad/Electronic drum kit splash cymbal pads are slowly starting to enter the market. As electronic drums have grown in popularity drummers are becomingThu, 11 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/cymbals/meinl-classic-custom-dark-18-heavy-big-bell-ride/https://drumfaster.com/cymbals/meinl-classic-custom-dark-18-heavy-big-bell-ride/The Meinl Classic Custom Dark 18" Heavy Big Bell Ride is brand new for 2021. For a long time, I've wanted cymbal manufacturers to produce a smaller rideWed, 10 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drummers/el-estepario-siberiano-drummer/https://drumfaster.com/drummers/el-estepario-siberiano-drummer/El Estepario Siberiano is blowing up online. It is easy to see why with his incredible drumming and charisma. Let's find out more about this incredibleMon, 08 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/electric-drums/roland-td-07kv-v-drums-electronic-drum-kit/https://drumfaster.com/electric-drums/roland-td-07kv-v-drums-electronic-drum-kit/There is no doubt about it, Roland is the leader in electronic drum kits and has been for quite a while. The Roland TD-07KV is no exception to this rule.Mon, 08 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drummers/alex-rudinger-drummer/https://drumfaster.com/drummers/alex-rudinger-drummer/Alex Rüdinger is a powerhouse in metal drumming. You rarely come across drummers with such power, accuracy and technical ability but Alex Rüdinger has itTue, 02 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/acoustic-drums/pearl-export-drum-kit/https://drumfaster.com/acoustic-drums/pearl-export-drum-kit/The Pearl Export is still the best-selling drum kit ever made. Here is what you get in 2026: shells, hardware, cymbals, configurations, finishes and prices.Mon, 01 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drumsticks/jay-weinberg-908-signature-drumsticks/https://drumfaster.com/drumsticks/jay-weinberg-908-signature-drumsticks/The Jay Weinberg 908 Signature drumsticks from Vater are here! Being the drummer for a band as influential and globe dominating as Slipknot, you wouldTue, 26 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/cymbals/low-volume-cymbals/https://drumfaster.com/cymbals/low-volume-cymbals/Low volume cymbals are fast becoming a favourite amongst drummers looking for that natural cymbal feel whilst practising at lower volumes. It is easy toMon, 25 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drummers/anup-sastry-drummer/https://drumfaster.com/drummers/anup-sastry-drummer/Anup Sastry is a powerhouse of a drummer making complicated progressive metal songs seem effortless. The feel, incredible sound and songwriting prowessSat, 23 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/acoustic-drums/tama-starclassic-performer-drum-kits/https://drumfaster.com/acoustic-drums/tama-starclassic-performer-drum-kits/The Tama Starclassic Performer drum kit has become a favourite amongst drummers in the past ten or so years. It is easy to see why. You are getting aThu, 21 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/about-drum-faster/https://drumfaster.com/about-drum-faster/Drum Faster is made by drummers for drummers. We create content about everything we love about drums. - The amazing gear - Incredible drummers - ReviewsTue, 19 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/electric-drums/yamaha-ead10-drum-module/https://drumfaster.com/electric-drums/yamaha-ead10-drum-module/For years drummers have wanted to record themselves playing the drums. Recording video has gotten easier as phones have improved but the audio has alwaysTue, 19 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drummers/zackgrooves-zack-graybeal-drummer/https://drumfaster.com/drummers/zackgrooves-zack-graybeal-drummer/Zack Graybeal, aka ZackGrooves, has turned 440,000 subscribers and a jazz degree into a real band. His story, his Dixon and Meinl rig, and the latest news.Sun, 17 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drumsticks/luke-holland-signature-drumsticks/https://drumfaster.com/drumsticks/luke-holland-signature-drumsticks/Luke Holland has gone from being a YouTube drumming child prodigy to a professional drummer known globally. Surprisingly he didn't have his signatureFri, 15 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/cymbals/meinl-byzance-trash-crash/https://drumfaster.com/cymbals/meinl-byzance-trash-crash/Meinl Cymbals can often be seen leading the way with cymbal innovation. In 2021 they show no signs of slowing down with the new Meinl Byzance Trash CrashThu, 14 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/electric-drums/electronic-drum-kit-china-cymbal-pads/https://drumfaster.com/electric-drums/electronic-drum-kit-china-cymbal-pads/Electronic drum kits are becoming more sophisticated and closer to acoustic drum kits every year. This is great news for drummers wanting to get in someTue, 12 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drummers/rdavidr-david-raouf/https://drumfaster.com/drummers/rdavidr-david-raouf/David Raouf, better known as rdavidr, builds, hacks and repurposes drum gear for 380,000 subscribers. His story, his kit and the latest rdavidr news.Tue, 12 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drumsticks/vic-firth-doubleglaze-drumsticks/https://drumfaster.com/drumsticks/vic-firth-doubleglaze-drumsticks/One issue drummers often come across is being able to hold onto drumsticks. Although this is more of an issue for beginners, it can also be an issue forSun, 10 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/cookie-policy/https://drumfaster.com/cookie-policy/About this cookie policy This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are and how we use them, the types of cookies we use i.e, the information we collectFri, 08 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/disclaimer/https://drumfaster.com/disclaimer/Many of the links you see across the website will be affiliate links. These links are connected to certain merchants like Gear4music, Guitar Center,Fri, 08 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/terms-and-conditions/https://drumfaster.com/terms-and-conditions/\data-custom-class='body'\, \data-custom-class='body'\ \ { background: transparent !important; } \data-custom-class='title'\, \data-custom-class='title'\Fri, 08 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drum-lessons/free-drum-lessons/heel-toe-kick-drum-technique-drum-lesson/https://drumfaster.com/drum-lessons/free-drum-lessons/heel-toe-kick-drum-technique-drum-lesson/In this heel-toe kick drum technique lesson, you will learn the technique as well as exercises to improve consistency, speed and power. The heel-toe kickThu, 07 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/advice-for-drummers/buying-guides/drum-lessons-online-benefits-disadvantages-free-vs-paid/https://drumfaster.com/advice-for-drummers/buying-guides/drum-lessons-online-benefits-disadvantages-free-vs-paid/Taking drum lessons online has become commonplace in the drumming community. In the digital age where people want things on demand, it is no surprise. WhyTue, 05 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/drummers/eric-moore-chops-power-groove/https://drumfaster.com/drummers/eric-moore-chops-power-groove/Eric Moore is the drummer you need to know — Gospel Chops pioneer, Drum-Off champion, clinician and now a Gretsch artist. His story, his gear and his news.Tue, 05 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/cymbals/sabian-frx-cymbals-the-new-must-have-cymbals-for-small-gigs/https://drumfaster.com/cymbals/sabian-frx-cymbals-the-new-must-have-cymbals-for-small-gigs/It is great to see companies pushing the boundaries of what a cymbal has traditionally been. Today we are looking at the FRX offering from Sabian. WeMon, 04 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/advice-for-drummers/how-to-get-a-drum-endorsement-cymbals-heads-sticks-and-more/https://drumfaster.com/advice-for-drummers/how-to-get-a-drum-endorsement-cymbals-heads-sticks-and-more/At every point in a drummers career, you are more than likely going to think “Damn I want a drum endorsement, I would love loads of free cymbals etc etc”.Sun, 03 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://drumfaster.com/privacy-policy/https://drumfaster.com/privacy-policy/Who we are Our website address is: https://drumfaster.com/. 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