Nov 8, 2010, 12:00 AM
Choke (Cymbal)
See "cymbal choke." Read more »
Drums News
Nov 5, 2010, 12:00 AM
Cocktail Kit
A compact drum kit, typically consisting of a 20-inch kick drum, a snare drum, a hi-hat cymbal, a ride and/or crash cymbal, and possibly various... Read more »
Nov 3, 2010, 12:00 AM
Drop Clutch
A device used on some hi-hat stands to release/drop the upper hi-hat cymbal so that it sits against the lower hi-hat cymbal, even when the... Read more »
Oct 26, 2010, 12:00 AM
Mic Cable Labels
Want to speed up set up time and sound check the next time you play a gig? (Or run a session in your studio, for that matter…) Dedicate a mic... Read more »
Oct 20, 2010, 12:00 AM
Cell
1. A single electric energy-producing element in a battery. A cell is a device containing an electrolyte and metal electrodes. A chemical... Read more »
Oct 15, 2010, 12:00 AM
Snare Throw Off
A lever on a snare drum that engages the drum's snares by moving them away from or up against the resonant head. Read more »
Oct 14, 2010, 12:00 AM
Cool Tool: Tama TW100 Tension Watch
Find yourself struggling to tune up drum sets on stage or in your studio? Then you need Tama’s TW100 Tension Watch! This handy gadget greatly... Read more »
Oct 12, 2010, 12:00 AM
Direct Drive (drum pedal)
A bass drum pedal mechanism where the beater is directly connected to the pedalboard. (As opposed to a belt or chain drive, where the beater is... Read more »
Oct 11, 2010, 8:00 AM
Great Deals from Roland!
Now through December 31, 2010, purchase a TD-4S drum kit and you will receive $200 back! Purchase a TD-4SX and you’ll get $100 back. Buy a... Read more »
Oct 11, 2010, 12:00 AM
Purchasing a Double Bass Pedal, #4
Tips on how to choose a double bass drum pedal, from Sweetwater’s own Derek Senestraro. There are lots of great double bass drum pedals on the... Read more »