Best Mics for Singing Drummers
Nick D’Virgilio demonstrates eight microphones that are perfect for singing drummers. After the video, check out the mics in depth at the links... Read more »
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Aug 28, 2022, 10:05 AM
Aug 28, 2022, 8:00 AM
Best Stage Monitors for Drummers
This will probably not surprise you, but rock bands are LOUD! Stand next to a couple of dimed 100-watt amp stacks if you’re a skeptic. But... Read more »
Aug 27, 2022, 6:00 PM
Ludwig Universal Snare Drums | Full Series Demo
Sweetwater’s Nick D’Virgilio takes a look at the stunning new re-release of the Universal snare series from Ludwig. This historic line of snare... Read more »
Aug 24, 2022, 1:14 PM
What Are Dynamic Markings in Sheet Music?
Sweetwater’s Jacob Dupre presents his primer on dynamic markings in written music. Why are dynamics important? What are the common dynamic... Read more »
Aug 21, 2022, 10:00 AM
Sweetwater Studios Super Jam: Lisa Bella Donna, Tim Pierce, Pete Thorn, Nick D’Virgilio, Jacob Dupre
What happens when you gather famous YouTubers, session guitarists, synth savants, and Sweetwater experts in one state-of-the-art studio? You’ll... Read more »
Aug 20, 2022, 2:00 PM
Evans dB One Low Volume Cymbals and Mesh Drumheads
Roommates and drummers alike are raving about Evans’s new dB One Low Volume cymbals and drumheads! Sweetwater’s Nick D’Virgilio walks us through... Read more »
Aug 20, 2022, 12:00 PM
Rig Tour: Rival Sons Drummer, Mike Miley
California rockers Rival Sons recently performed at the Clyde Theatre in Fort Wayne just down the road from Sweetwater HQ. Drummer Mike Miley... Read more »
Aug 20, 2022, 9:28 AM
Best Drumheads for Rock
Are you searching for the ideal drumheads for heavier music like rock, metal, and hardcore but not sure where to begin? No worries! We surveyed... Read more »
Aug 18, 2022, 10:30 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 »
Aug 17, 2022, 3:41 PM
The Black Moods — “Saturday Night” | Live at Sweetwater
Rising Arizona rock stars the Black Moods drop by Sweetwater for a performance of their latest weekend anthem “Saturday Night.” The harmonies... Read more »