What is Groove? If you asked 10 different experts, you’d probably receive 10 different answers to this question. Groove is not an objective skill, it can’t really be quantified or precisely measured like speed or accuracy. Simply put, a drum beat that grooves is a beat that perfectly complements and even emphasizes the energy, feel …
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There are plenty of reasons to pick up an electronic drum kit. If you’re in an apartment building and don’t want to annoy your neighbors, you can simply plug in a pair of headphones and everyone is happy. They’re great for quickly recording decent quality drum sounds, and some of the higher end kits …
The Pearl Roadshow is a fantastic beginner level drum set. You get a 4 or 5 piece kit with cymbals, hardware and extras included, a deep & smooth sound, and a guarantee of Pearl quality all for a relatively low price. If you’re a beginner rock or jazz drummer looking for great value from your …
Pearl introduced their president series back in 1966, with the main selling point being their hermetically pressurized phenolic shells. This revolutionary design was said to increase clarity and allow sound to cut through the mix. As part of Pearl’s 75th anniversary, they’ve reintroduced the set as limited edition. In this article we will talk cover …
If you’ve started looking at snares and are a bit worried about the price tags you’re seeing, we’re here to let you know that you can absolutely find a quality snare drum cheap. There are plenty of budget options for different sounds and playstyles when it comes to snare drums. In this article we will …
With technology advancing at an alarming rate, it’s no surprise how many useful (and not so useful) apps there are for drummers. Sorting through these can be extremely time consuming, which is why we’ve broken down the best drum apps (both paid and free) for different categories such as the best drum app for lessons, …
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Music isn’t just a young person’s game anymore. There is more support than ever for musicians looking to enter the game late at both the hobby and even professional level. Or maybe you’ve been playing for awhile and are closer to the intermediate or advanced level. Whatever the case, we’ve laid out the key factors …
The Ludwig NeuSonic is a High tier intermediate level drum set at a great price. The drums themselves are manufactured in the US using the same high quality American maple found in Ludwig’s more expensive classic maple kits. This set’s durability and overall build is phenomenal given the price range. The 3 piece …
After the frustration of having to find a good drummer whenever I needed to record, I decided to make my own drum tracks with drum VST plugin. A drum VST (Virtual Studio Technology) plugin allows you to easily and quickly make realistic sounding drum tracks with the aid of samples and grooves performed by experienced …
If you’re looking to mic up your kick-drum for live performances, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve reviewed some of the multitudinous mic options out there and have some recommendations to help you choose the one that’s right for you. With so many choices, finding the right kick drum mic for live performances can …
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