The Best Black Friday Drum Deals at Sweetwater
Handpicked drum sets, cymbals, hardware, and accessories from our biggest sale of the year — updated as new deals go live! With thousands of... Read more »
Drums News
Nov 10, 2026, 2:12 PM
Oct 30, 2026, 3:00 PM
Eloy Casagrande Drum Lesson: How to Apply Ghost Notes with Double Bass
For this drum lesson, Eloy Casagrande teaches you how to apply ghost notes to double bass grooves to elevate the creativity, expression, and... Read more »
Oct 27, 2026, 10:00 AM
Ultra-Portable Drum Recording? The Alesis Kitstream is Here!
Are you looking for an easy and affordable way to record your drums? The Alesis Kitstream is an all-in-one solution that makes recording drum... Read more »
Drum Gear Buying Guide
Whether you’re a beginning timekeeper or a seasoned vet skimming the checklist of your dream setup, getting properly outfitted with everything... Read more »
Oct 17, 2026, 11:00 PM
Building a Track from Scratch: Victor Wooten, Carl Verheyen, and Nick D’Virgilio Take the SSL EVO for a Spin
How Sweetwater, SSL, Mark Hornsby, and three world-class musicians turned a console demo into a real recording session — and what it took to... Read more »
Oct 6, 2026, 3:00 PM
“This Is Our Victory Moment” — Evanescence on Artistry, Gear & Bringing Sanctuary to Life
For this Evanescence interview, the band discusses Sanctuary’s artistic roots, their favorite gear, bringing the album to life on tour, and what... Read more »
Sep 28, 2026, 3:00 PM
The Ludwig Bronze Beauty Got an Upgrade
The legendary Ludwig Black Beauty has a sibling that may just steal the spotlight. In today’s video, Casey dives deep into the Ludwig Bronze... Read more »
Sep 26, 2026, 10:15 AM
Best Gifts for Young Musicians in 2026
At Sweetwater, we work with the world’s best music and audio equipment every day. That makes every day feels like a holiday! It also gives us a... Read more »
Sep 25, 2026, 2:30 PM
Best Snare Drums in 2026
Choosing the right snare is critical for any style of music. Can you imagine Bill Gibson playing “The Power of Love” on a piccolo? Or Chad Smith... Read more »
Sep 22, 2026, 3:00 PM
Luke Combs Full Band Rig Tour — My Kinda Saturday Night
Luke Combs’ band gives a full rig tour with Sweetwater, during their 2026 My Kinda Saturday Night tour, diving deep on the gear that brings... Read more »