Vic Firth Passes
Everett “Vic” Firth, founder of the Vic Firth Company, passed away yesterday at the age of 85. Though well known for his namesake company, Firth... Read more »
Drums News
Jul 27, 2015, 7:25 PM
Jul 23, 2015, 11:06 AM
DW Collector’s Finish Ply 4-piece Drum Kit Review by Sweetwater
In this video I’m playing a DW Collector’s Finish Ply four-piece drum kit, in maple/mahogany with Peacock Oyster Wrap and chrome hardware. Hands... Read more »
Jul 20, 2015, 7:25 PM
Songwriters on Songwriting
If you’re looking for tips and professional insight on the art of songwriting, then you must check out the latest free guide from our friends at... Read more »
Jul 20, 2015, 2:35 AM
Summer NAMM 2015: Zildjian K Custom Dark Crash Cymbal Demo by Sweetwater
Tony from Zildjian presents the K Custom Dark Crash cymbals from the show floor of Summer NAMM 2015. See Sweetwater’s complete Summer NAMM 2015... Read more »
Jul 16, 2015, 7:37 PM
Do I need a Hole in my Kick Drum Head for the Mic?
Not necessarily. But it does give you more options. You can put a mic inside the hole to capture your kick from the inside. Or, place a mic... Read more »
Jul 15, 2015, 9:54 AM
Summer NAMM 2015: Zildjian Low Volume Series Cymbal Demo by Sweetwater
Mike from Zildjian presents the Low Volume series of cymbals at Summer NAMM 2015. These are genuine Zildjian cymbals that play at reduced volume... Read more »
Jul 14, 2015, 3:25 PM
IMSTA FESTA Comes to Chicago
The International Music Software Trade Association (IMSTA) is bringing their IMSTA FESTA to Chicago for the first time, on July 25, 2015. The... Read more »
Jul 9, 2015, 7:29 PM
Summer NAMM is Here!
Summer NAMM 2015 is in the history books! But that doesn’t mean that our coverage is finished. We’ve got our comprehensive show report online... Read more »
Jul 9, 2015, 11:00 AM
Summer NAMM 2015: Porter & Davies Gigster Drum Thrones
Porter & Davies drum thrones will change your drumming experience forever. When you’re performing and you can’t hear yourself, you play harder,... Read more »
Jul 9, 2015, 11:00 AM
Summer NAMM 2015: Zildjian Low Volume Cymbals
Crafted by Avedis Zildjian, Gen16 Low Volume cymbals are real cymbals that play at reduced volume – up to 80% less volume, thanks to a unique... Read more »