5 Best Amps for Electronic Drums
Recently, electronic drums have reigned supreme among drummers who need a low-volume solution while practicing at home. As most kits come with a... Read more »
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Ozzy Osbourne – Anything BUT an Ordinary Man
Just as it hit countless others, the tragic news of Ozzy’s passing hit me like that proverbial ton of bricks. Not only was he the pride of... Read more »
Jul 12, 2025, 11:00 AM
How Between the Buried and Me Get Their Stage Sound
Sweetwater caught up with the progressive metalcore band Between the Buried and Me to chat about their rig, which includes a Korg keyboard, a... Read more »
Drum Kits: The Complete Guide
As the drummer, taking control of your music’s pulse — whether in a group or solo setting — is an incredibly powerful and rewarding... Read more »
Jun 21, 2025, 11:00 AM
Neon Trees | Artist Spotlight
We caught up with the band Neon Trees to talk about what got them into music, their inspirations, and more. Read more »
Jun 19, 2025, 3:00 PM
Elevation Worship Drummer Dom Geralds Interview
Drummer Dom Geralds stops by Sweetwater HQ to talk about his roots in music, his main inspirations, getting started with Elevation Worship, and... Read more »
Jun 16, 2025, 3:00 PM
Clap Cymbals Compared | Sabian, Turkish Cymbals, and MORE!
With clap cymbals, you can achieve the retro clap sound found on classic drum machines, such as the Roland 808, on your acoustic drum kit. Watch... Read more »
Jun 14, 2025, 11:00 AM
Mike Mangini Performs “Its Noise” Live at Sweetwater Studios
Iconic drummer Mike Mangini stops by Sweetwater Studios to perform his song “Its Noise.” Read more »
Jun 9, 2025, 3:00 PM
The History of Schlagwerk | World-class Percussion Instruments Made in Germany
Schlagwerk makes top-of-the-line percussion instruments that are handmade in Germany. From cajons to shakers and more, Schlagwerk has everything... Read more »
Jun 7, 2025, 3:00 PM
Drummer Eric Moore Performs “In a Sense” & “Killing Game” at Sweetwater Studios
Eric Moore stopped by Sweetwater Studios to perform “In a Sense” and “Killing Game” on his DW drum set. Check it out! Read more »