Best Gifts for Musicians in 2026
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Drums News
Sep 15, 2026, 9:30 AM
Sep 14, 2026, 2:45 PM
The JBL BandBox Trio Will Change the Way You Practice & Perform
The NEW JBL BandBox Trio is here to take your band practices to the next level with a 4-channel mixer, individual stem separation, and enough... Read more »
Sep 14, 2026, 9:45 AM
Ludwig Total Percussion Multipad Demo & Overview
Ludwig, one of the most iconic acoustic drum companies in the world, just launched the Total Percussion Multipad! It makes the Ludwig Sound a... Read more »
Sep 13, 2026, 2:45 PM
Mr. Big “Colorado Bulldog” & “Price You Gotta Pay” Live at Sweetwater Studios
See iconic supergroup Mr. Big perform “Colorado Bulldog” and “Price You Gotta Pay” live at Sweetwater Studios! Check out... Read more »
Sep 13, 2026, 1:45 PM
How to Tune Drums
Good tuning is foundational to getting a good drum tone. As with any instrument, it can take years to develop an ear for what a properly tuned... Read more »
Sep 13, 2026, 9:45 AM
What Makes Sweetwater’s Gear Exchange Different?
With the recent launch of the new and improved Gear Exchange, music makers of all kinds have the reputation, expertise, and incomparable... Read more »
Sep 12, 2026, 4:15 PM
The Nashville Number System Demystified
The Nashville Number System is a quick and easy way to write chord charts to songs in a way that others (well, others who are familiar with the... Read more »
Sep 12, 2026, 4:15 PM
Ludwig Classic Maple Shells in Sable Black
The Ludwig Classic Maple shells are some of the most popular among drummers. Read more »
Sep 11, 2026, 10:30 AM
9 Drumming Tips from the Pros
No drummer is an island, entire of itself. It’s only in listening to and learning from our peers and idols that we’re able to reach our full... Read more »
Sep 10, 2026, 2:56 PM
Evanescence Sanctuary Live Rig Tour: Amy Lee, Emma Anzai, Troy McLawhorn, Tim McCord & Will Hunt
Evanescence gave Sweetwater an up-close look at the live rigs powering the band’s 2026 worldwide Sanctuary tour. Amy Lee, Emma Anzai, Troy... Read more »