Zildjian Kerope Cymbal Review at DRUM! Magazine

Last year, I was lucky enough to spend a few weeks with Zildjian’s new Kerope cymbal line. I put together a full review for DRUM! Magazine which you can read here: Zildjian Kerope Cymbals. And check out the video: Subscribe to DRUM!

Gifts Under $200: Dream 14″ Libor Hadrava Signature Stack

We’re back! We’ll be sharing a load of new reviews in the coming weeks, and we’re focusing primarily on gear that retails for under $200 to best benefit your gift giving (and receiving, duh) needs. Stay tuned. Today, I’m (finally) finishing up our look at Libor Hadrava’s Signature Stacks from Dream Cymbals. We test drove […]

Aquarian Power Trio Demo

Quick update: Not a review, but I put this brief demo together for the good people at Aquarian Drumheads. I checked out the Triple Threat snare batter, Force 10 clear tom batters, and Superkick 10 clear bass drum batter. Big sounds!

Promark Simon Phillips, Mike Portnoy and Joey Jordison Autograph Series Sticks

To me, trying a new drumstick is an exercise I find both enjoyable and very beneficial. I think drumstick design has a real impact on the way I play, and test driving different options always gives me a little more insight into what works for my hand and what doesn’t – or even what works […]

Dream Cymbals 10″ Stack Review and Giveaway!

First things first: click an ad! These great companies are keeping this site afloat. Help them out, get to know their products, and click! Alright. Great news! I’m finally running another giveaway! I don’t get to offer up great gear to you guys super often, so I’d like to extend a very special thank you […]

Silken Cymbals Sebring Sampler

And we’re back! Today we’re checking out a great selection of bronze from Chinese-based Silken Cymbals (distributed in the U.S. by Eastwest Cymbals). Let’s get to it. Silken Sebring Cymbals Prices 8” Splash – $33.00 17” Crash – $89.25 20” Custom Ride – $204.00 A Little History Boutique cymbals are most often associated with Turkish […]

Rigged: Daru Jones

Daru Jones is a busy man. Between performing and recording with iconic artists like Jack White, Talib Kweli, Black Milk, Jon B and many more, the infinitely versatile Jones also leads his own band, THE RUFF PACK, and produces and releases records through his RUSIC label. One listen to a record or performance with Jones at the […]

Hendrix Drums’ Sleeved Washers Review

We’re back again with a new review from our man Josh V. This week, we’re checking out Sleeved Washers from Hendrix Drums. Josh put together a great look at this very effective and affordable accessory, so please take a moment to read the full write-up. One thing I’d like to add is that Sleeved Washers […]

Carolina Drumworks Solid Walnut 14×6.5 Snare Drum

Welcome back! I’m really excited to share this review. The Carolina Drumworks snare drum featured in today’s piece is unlike most everything I’ve played before, and I really hope you all take the time to watch the video and read the full write-up. We get to check out a lot of great instruments here, but […]

Alesis PercPad Review

As the shape of modern music continues to evolve, incorporating electronic sampling instruments into traditionally acoustic settings is becoming more and more common – and that’s no less true among drum set players. Unfortunately, investing in effective sampling units is incredibly expensive, making it difficult for most average working drummers to take the plunge. Thankfully, […]